Episode 3. Selema Masekela: Surf, Solidarity And Speaking Out
We literally laughed and cried speaking with Selema Mabena Masekela about racism in surfing; his journey building a career in a historically white, male and monied environment; and while swapping stories from childhoods in New England. It was a gift to hear about his legendary father, musician Hugh Ramapolo Masekela, and how his example helped Selema find his voice as an activist.
Links from this episode:
The Board Sports Non-Profit: Stoked
Video from the 2020 Encinitas Paddle Out in Response to the killing of George Floyd
Selema’s Podcast: What Shapes Us Pod, Check out The Textured Waves Surf Community.
Listen to Selema’s Band: Alekesam and follow @Selema on Instagram