The Maverick Show with Matt Bowles
The Maverick Show with Matt Bowles
Matt Bowles
210: Irish Decolonial Solidarity, British Imperialism in Kenya, and Navigating White Privilege in Africa with Conor Walsh
53 minutes Posted Nov 18, 2022 at 4:28 am.
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In Part 2 of this interview, Conor Walsh talks about how his nomad journey helped him learn about the extent of Irish solidarity with other decolonial movements and struggles against oppression around the world.  He gives an overview of the history of British imperialism in Kenya and it’s legacy in present day Kenya.  Conor emphasizes the importance for travelers to understand the historical context of the places they are traveling.  He then reflects on the power dynamics of white privilege in Africa, including his experience dating local women, and he shares his tips for being a more thoughtful and conscious traveler and relationship partner.  Conor then talks about his “Digital Nomads in Africa” Facebook community, which aims to dispel problematic views about traveling in Africa.  He explains how it also aims to create a space where African digital nomads and other travelers from around the world can connect with local people in the countries where they are traveling.  Conor then shares his reflections on traveling to Palestine, partying in Ramallah, and getting teargassed by the Israeli military.  And, finally, he reflects on the impact that over a decade of nomading has had one him, and what travel means to him today.  FULL SHOW NOTES AVAILABLE AT: www.TheMaverickShow.com