An American in Cologne

In this episode of Seriously?, I sit down with my longtime friend Hiram, who left the United States for a new life in Cologne, Germany.

Our conversation moves through love, friendship, personal responsibility and the importance of respecting boundaries, before turning to race, identity, freedom of speech and Hiram's experiences as a Black American living between two cultures.

We also discuss Palestine, the shifting political consciousness about, censorship, activism and the responsibility of public figures to speak out against injustice and gen&side.

Later, we explore Michael Jackson's legacy, the darker side of the entertainment industry, and the theories and controversies that continue to surround his life and death, including discussions about powerful interests, exploitation and Epstein.

Above all, this is an honest conversation between two old friends who are willing to challenge one another, disagree openly and still meet with respect, humour and affection.