Nikki Giovanni was a writer, poet, activist and educator who was one of the world’s best known African American poets. Her work expressed outspoken views on race, gender, violence and inequality. Shortly after her death last year, Davey D spoke with poets who knew her and were deeply influenced by her work.
This program also includes a 2020 interview with Cat Brooks, host of KPFA’s Law and Disorder (8AM Monday – Thursday), as well as a talk given at a KPFA event in 2013.