NKATA: Art and Processes

NKATA is an Igbo word from the language spoken by the Igbo people of Nigeria. It simply means "Conversation". Thus this podcast series will feature conversations with selected individuals (artists, cultural operators, and creatives) whose work I have known – some over many years and others, a little less so. What sets them apart is that I consider them and their works to be compelling, engaging and relevant to the time. The idea of this podcast is to have in-depth but also accessible conversations about who these individuals are, their life’s journeys and how this translates into their vocation as creative people. Conversations will depart from exploring the background of the artists' personal history while meandering through key themes, positions, and ideologies central to their works. Each episode will feature one conversation with a selected artist. Emeka Okereke (Host).

Host

Emeka Okereke

Emeka Okereke is a Nigerian artist, scholar, cultural producer, and host of the Nkata Podcast Station. His multidisciplinary work spans photography, filmmaking, writing, and performance, focusing on themes of identity, migration, and African urban experiences. Okereke co-founded the Invisible Borders Trans-African Organisation, which promotes trans-African dialogue and artistic exchange through initiatives like the "Trans-African Road Trip," fostering deeper engagement with Africa's diverse realities. He also founded the Nkata Podcast Station, a platform for critical conversations with artists, thinkers, and cultural producers. The podcast explores contemporary African art, philosophy, and culture, encouraging a broader understanding of African and Diasporic creations. In 2018, Okereke was honored as a Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French Ministry of Culture for his significant contributions to the arts and culture.

https://www.emekaokereke.com/