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OBSIDIAN is a speculative fiction podcast based in Afrofuturism. Driven by a deep, untapped interest in science fiction, we desire to take hold of the narratives nearest to us. By Adetola Abdulkadir and Safiyah Cheatam

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S2 · E6
Dec 27, 2021 · 16 min
Phase 2: DNA Data Storage - The Rescue
The long journey comes to an end...Tariq finds himself in a bind and there appears to be no way out. Check out the thrilling conclusion to the DNA Data Storage phase!Written and produced by Safiyah Cheatam and Adetola Abdulkadir with Jason James...
S2 · E5
Apr 12, 2021 · 20 min
Phase 2: DNA Data Storage - The Chase
The search for Tariq continues on the road. But for how long can Alicia and Adam put up with each other on the way?Written and produced by Adetola Abdulkadir and Safiyah Cheatam with Jason James (aka Chocolate County) as the Sound Designer. This...
S2 · E4
Apr 4, 2021 · 21 min
Phase 2: DNA Data Storage - The Kidnapping
A brother calls on the assistance of a Private Investigator to find his missing sibling, a DNA data mule. Written and produced by Safiyah Cheatam and Adetola Abdulkadir with Jason James as the Sound Designer. This episode was narrated by Angum Check...
Apr 3, 2021 · 3 min
Episode 4 Recap
Previously on OBSIDIAN....Episode 5 is coming out this Monday, April 5th!
Nov 2, 2020 · 12 min
Kilamanjaro Collection: "They Ate the Sun" by Kosi Dunn
Killamanjaro Collection Story: "They Ate the Sun". Written and narrated by Kosi Dunn. “When the Brighteaters came and took away our lights, we ran inward and cried and wondered why.” Follow Kosi on instagram and twitter @notkosi. Our theme song was...
Jul 6, 2020 · 11 min
Kilamanjaro Collection: "Bodies of Matter" by M.C. Tapera
Killamanjaro Collection Story: "Bodies of Matter". Written and narrated by M.C. Tapera. Finding herself in amidst a crisis, Zora strives for something that causes her to look upwards, towards the stars.Follow Marisha on instagram @mcrituli. Our...
Jun 22, 2020 · 27 min
Kilamanjaro Collection: "When The Buildings Began To Bleed" by Vanessa Taylor
Killamanjaro Collection Story: "When The Buildings Began to Bleed". Written by Vanessa Taylor and narrated by Ellen Chamberlain. "At the end of the day, their mistake was simple: they sent her body to the masjid"Follow Vanessa on twitter @bacontribe...
May 12, 2020 · 2 min
Announcement: The Kilimanjaro Collection
Details on what the Kilimanjaro Collection is and how COVID-19 is affecting the show.
Jan 28, 2020 · 59 min
Phase 1 Wrap Up: Round Table Discussion
Join us as we discuss Phase 1 with three guests; Vanessa Taylor (@bacontribe) as a community commentator, Simone Ebongo-Bayehe (@SimonesFiasco) as an Episode 2 cast member, and Jason Charney (@jcharney) as the Episode 3 Sound Designer. We address some...
S1 · E3
Jan 6, 2020 · 28 min
Phase 1: Sunset, Sunrise
A young man is ostracized by his people for his ability to speak to...them. Written and produced by Adetola Abdulkadir and Safiyah Cheatam, with Jason Charney as the Sound Designer. This episode was narrated by Kosi Dunn as Seda, Tolani Abdulkadir...
S1 · E2
Nov 25, 2019 · 18 min
Phase 1: Off the Grid
A couple's nature getaway is sabotaged by traces of the past.Written and produced by Adetola Abdulkadir and Safiyah Cheatam, with Adam Droneburg as the Sound Designer. Narrated by Hilina Kibrom as Naki, Simone Ebongo Bayehe as Temi, and Marisha...
S1 · E1
Oct 28, 2019 · 18 min
Phase 1: 60 Minutes Through Space
Get to know the Walker family as they take a quick trip to the moon with Blue Orbit. Written and produced by Adetola Abdulkadir and Safiyah Cheatam, with Sadah Espii Proctor as the Sound Designer. Narrated by Nichole Marie as Atiena Walker, Radiance...

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