Muse 2 the Pharaoh
43 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsJoin host Darling Nisi and special guests as she discusses the life, work, legacy and impact of Prince, from a woman's perspective.
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Reclaiming the Black Body : Prince, Intellectual Property and the Rights of Publicity
August 19, 2021 23:11 - 1 hour - 104 MBWith the outcry about Prince's estate taking down unauthorized fan merch, commentary on what Prince should or shouldn’t have released, or even fiery opinions about “what he would have wanted”, there is important historical context that should be explored. With special guest Anjali Vats, we place Prince's crusade for the control of his own intellectual property in context with the historical struggle of Black people and their agency or lack thereof over their own bodies and bodies of work.
Planting Flags in the Funk : Prince, Black Exceptionalism and the Myth of the Magical Negro Part 2
November 18, 2020 15:57 - 1 hour - 114 MBIn this episode, we conclude this two part discussion this time examining three areas : "The Mandingo Factor", "The Cool Factor" and "The Tragic Figure". Guests : Kamillah Cummings, Erica Thompson and Tonya Pendleton.
Planting Flags in the Funk : Prince, Black Exceptionalism and the Myth of the Magical Negro Part 1
October 28, 2020 05:36 - 1 hour - 151 MBCommentary around Prince often notes his “magical” quality as he seemed to be someone who defied definition or even understanding. In this 2-part episode, we thread the connotation of the word “magic” through the trope of the “magical Negro” to weave a nuanced conversation exploring Prince’s embodiment of Black exceptionalism. Guests : Kamillah Cummings, Erica Thompson, Tonya Pendleton
Muse 2 the Pharaoh : The Sun, The Moon and Stars
August 31, 2020 21:56 - 43 minutes - 59.8 MBMuse 2 the Pharaoh returns with special guest Janelle Bellgrave of So Above. She is an astrologer, licensed acupuncturist, herbalist, clairvoyant intuitive, and meditation instructor. In this episode, we discuss Prince’s Natal (Birth) chart to explore what the stars have to say about the story of Prince’s life.
The Sun, The Moon and Stars
August 31, 2020 21:56 - 43 minutes - 59.8 MBMuse 2 the Pharaoh returns with special guest Janelle Bellgrave of So Above. She is an astrologer, licensed acupuncturist, herbalist, clairvoyant intuitive, and meditation instructor. In this episode, we discuss Prince’s Natal (Birth) chart to explore what the stars have to say about the story of Prince’s life.
The Fandoms of Legacy Artists
February 03, 2020 15:22 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBIt’s been about 4 years since we lost Prince and we’re still finding our way in how to navigate as a fandom without him. In this episode, we reach outside the purple bubble to connect with another fandom that has been dealing with this for over a decade now. With special guest MJFANGIRL, we discuss what it’s like to support the legacies of Prince and Michael Jackson.
Muse 2 the Pharaoh : The Fandoms of Legacy Artists
February 03, 2020 15:22 - 1 hour - 88.8 MBIt’s been about 4 years since we lost Prince and we’re still finding our way in how to navigate as a fandom without him. In this episode, we reach outside the purple bubble to connect with another fandom that has been dealing with this for over a decade now. With special guest MJFANGIRL, we discuss […]
Shockadelica : Examining Bias Against Women in the Purple World
October 16, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 149 MBWhat did you just feel? What is it about Prince that makes us so suspicious of the women in his life? Why are some ladies celebrated while others are disparaged? Why aren’t Prince’s later associates not also allowed to be multi-dimensional? We have a discussion about the prejudice against women in the purple world and explore the artistry of his later proteges, muses, and associates.
Muse 2 the Pharaoh : Shockadelica
October 16, 2019 05:35 - 1 hour - 149 MBWhat did you just feel? What is it about Prince that makes us so suspicious of the women in his life? Why are some ladies celebrated while others are disparaged? Why aren’t Prince’s later associated not also allowed to be multi-dimensional? We have a discussion about the prejudice against women in the purple world and […]
The Art of Princing and How It Can Work For You
July 04, 2019 22:00 - 52 minutes - 72.8 MBIn this special #LessonsFromTheProfessor episode, the ladies give advice about how to woo women, citing lessons from a one Professor Nelson.
Muse 2 the Pharaoh : The Art of Princing and How It Can Work For You
July 04, 2019 06:15 - 52 minutes - 72.8 MBIn this special #LessonsFromTheProfessor episode, the ladies give advice about how to woo women, citing lessons from a one Professor Nelson.
Planting Flags in the Funk : Dear White People
May 20, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 152 MBRacism is a system of advantage based on race and supported by institutions, policies and practices that benefit dominant groups and disadvantage subdominant groups. It is a social expression of power and privilege. Today on Muse, we discuss systemic racism, what that REALLY looks like, and how it is reflected in the purple fandom.
Muse 2 the Pharaoh : Dear White People
May 20, 2019 04:41 - 1 hour - 152 MBRacism is a system of advantage based on race and supported by institutions, policies and practices that benefit dominant groups and disadvantage subdominant groups. It is a social expression of power and privilege. Today on Muse, we discuss systemic racism, what that REALLY looks like, and how it is reflected in the purple fandom. References for […]
Reflections 3 Years Later
May 06, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 165 MBIt’s the one year anniversary of Muse 2 the Pharaoh! The ladies get together to talk Celebration and revisiting where they are in processing the loss of Prince, 3 years later. Questions to think about as we move into year 3 as discussed in this episode : 1. We are 3 years post “duckout” now. Has your consumption of Prince changed since he first transitioned? If so, how? 2. How engaged are you with the Prince fandom these days? 3. How do you feel the estate is doing with promoting him/rel...
Muse 2 the Pharaoh Reflections 3 Years Later
May 06, 2019 16:52 - 1 hour - 165 MBIt’s the one year anniversary of Muse 2 the Pharaoh! The ladies get together to talk Celebration and revisiting where they are in processing the loss of Prince, 3 years later. Questions to think about as we move into year 3 as discussed in this episode : 1. We are 3 years post “duckout” now. […]
Dr. Margena Christian
April 10, 2019 22:00 - 35 minutes - 49 MBDarling Nisi chats with Dr. Margena Christian, former Senior Editor and Senior Writer for Ebony magazine and former features editor for Jet magazine. She shares stories about her time at these publications promoting Prince, The Original 7ven (Formerly Known as The Time), and other tidbits about working for these historical publications. Jet Magazine : Prince Royal Rocker Still Reigns After 25 Years of Music Jet Magazine : Prince Continues His Purple Reign at 50 Holding Court : The Gift Pr...
Muse 2 the Pharaoh : Dr. Margena Christian
April 10, 2019 01:26 - 35 minutes - 49 MBDarling Nisi chats with Dr. Margena Christian, former Senior Editor and Senior Writer for Ebony magazine and former features editor for Jet magazine. She shares stories about her time at these publications promoting Prince, The Original 7ven (Formerly Known as The Time), and other tidbits about working for these historical publications. Jet Magazine : Prince […]
#Batdance30ATL Symposium
March 21, 2019 22:00 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MBBATDANCE, a 2-day Prince Batman Soundtrack Symposium, will celebrate the 30th anniversary of Prince’s 11th album, The Batman Soundtrack March 29 & 30th at Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia. We talk to De Angela Duff, organizer of the symposium about the event and how it came to be. Find out more about the event!
Muse 2 the Pharaoh – #Batdance30ATL
March 21, 2019 02:14 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MBBATDANCE, a 2-day Prince Batman Soundtrack Symposium, will celebrate the 30th anniversary of Prince’s 11th album, The Batman Soundtrack March 29 & 30th at Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia. We talk to De Angela Duff, organizer of the symposium about the event and how it came to be. Find out more about the event! Register […]
Planting Flags in the Funk: Unpacking Race in the Legacy of Prince
February 20, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 144 MBThere’s a common trope that Prince “transcended race” which is a tricky concept, mostly due to the fact that “race” is not something that can be overcome. Today Darling Nisi and guest Erica Thompson focus on the context of Prince as a Black man in America and how that may have influenced his decisions as an artist as he moved in his career.
Muse 2 the Pharaoh : Unpacking Race in the Legacy of Prince
February 20, 2019 03:53 - 1 hour - 144 MBThere’s a common trope that Prince “transcended race” which is a tricky concept, mostly due to the fact that “race” is not something that can be overcome. Today Darling Nisi and guest Erica Thompson focus on the context of Prince as a Black man in America and how that may have influenced his decisions as […]
Reflections on Young Women
January 16, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 151 MBThere has been an upswing of awareness about the purple one and his relationships with younger women due to recent developments in pop culture. The ladies consider cultural and personal bias in an honest, nuanced conversation in how they reconcile difficult discussions about their hero.
Muse 2 the Pharaoh – Reflections on Young Women
January 16, 2019 06:23 - 1 hour - 151 MBThere has been an upswing of awareness about the purple one and his relationships with younger women due to recent developments in pop culture. The ladies consider cultural and personal bias in an honest, nuanced conversation in how they reconcile difficult discussions about their hero.
Fans Fams and Fanatics : Hero Worship in the Purple Fandom
November 28, 2018 23:00 - 1 hour - 79.6 MB“My life changed when Prince died” that sounds…a little strange right? Why would that even the be case? Why does Prince have any sort of impact on the way I live my life? Are we fanatics? Obsessed? Is it hero worship? Is he our friend? What is this? The ladies discuss conscious and unconscious motivations in being a Prince fam.
Planting Flags in the Funk : The Aunties Part 2
November 20, 2018 23:00 - 56 minutes - 78.2 MBIn this special episode, the Muse ladies continue a series on Prince and race, Planting Flags in the Funk : The Aunties. The roundtable discusses post Purple Rain, Prince in Minneapolis, a special online encounter, and dealing with the loss of Prince.
Planting Flags in the Funk : The Aunties Part 1
October 29, 2018 22:00 - 55 minutes - 76.9 MBIn this special episode, the Muse ladies begin a series on Prince and race, Planting Flags in the Funk. They start with part one of a roundtable of “aunties” who were there from day 1, watching Prince grow as an artist through the lens of young Black girls, teens, and later women.
Planting Flags in the Funk
October 29, 2018 21:31 - 55 minutes - 76.9 MBIn this special episode, the Muse ladies begin a series on Prince and race, Planting Flags in the Funk. They start with part one of a roundtable of “aunties” who were there from day 1, watching Prince grow as an artist through the lens of young Black girls, teens, and later women.
Prince in the 90's
October 03, 2018 22:00 - 1 hour - 101 MBThe 90’s were a contentious time for The Professor and his fams alike! The ladies get into favorite albums, songs and moments and discuss the controversy around the music of this time.
Muse 2 The Pharaoh – Prince in the 90’s
October 03, 2018 06:20 - 1 hour - 101 MBThe 90’s were a contentious time for The Professor and his fams alike! The ladies get into favorite albums, songs and moments and discuss the controversy around the music of this time. JOIN OUR PATREON Please help support the site and join the New Podcast Generation, as little as $1/month! Or make a one-time donation, […]
Marilyn Mcnair WB Secretary in the Black Music Department
September 03, 2018 22:00 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MBDarling Nisi chats it up with Marilynn McNair as she shares stories from her time as a secretary in WB’s Black Music department in the 80’s.
Muse 2 The Pharaoh – Aunties Podcast
September 03, 2018 01:47 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MBDarling Nisi chats it up with Marilynn McNair as she shares stories from her time as a secretary in WB’s Black Music department in the 80’s. JOIN OUR PATREON Please help support the site and join the New Podcast Generation, as little as $1/month! Or make a one-time donation, help us WORK IT LIKE A […]
Mr. Goodnight
August 04, 2018 22:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBThe ladies get into why they enjoy Prince and discuss particularly inspiring moments and experiences in watching him work. Note : May not be appropriate for younger ears.
Women Empowerment, Intimacy & Prince
July 21, 2018 22:00 - 1 hour - 87.7 MBPaisley regular Samantha M and new PodcastJuice contributor Chloe Calvin share lessons and insights gleaned from their mentor, Prince.
Muse 2 the Pharaoh – Women Empowerment, Intimacy & Prince
July 21, 2018 14:30 - 1 hour - 87.7 MBPaisley regular Samantha M and new PodcastJuice contributor Chloe Calvin share lessons and insights gleaned from their mentor, Prince. JOIN OUR PATREON Please help support the site and join the New Podcast Generation, as little as $1/month! Or make a one-time donation, help us WORK IT LIKE A JOB!
Muse 2 The Pharaoh – In Defense of Tony M
June 27, 2018 23:03 - 54 minutes - 75.1 MBDarling Nisi and Erika make a case in support of Purple rap in the Prince discography. JOIN OUR PATREON Please help support the site and join the New Podcast Generation, as little as $1/month! Or make a one-time donation, help us WORK IT LIKE A JOB!
In Defense of Tony M...
June 27, 2018 22:00 - 54 minutes - 75.1 MBDarling Nisi and Erika make a case in support of Purple rap in the Prince discography.
The 80's Local Scene
June 10, 2018 22:00 - 51 minutes - 70.9 MBThe ladies are joined by “Aunties” Carmen, Trudy and Nanc as they reminisce about their days working at First Avenue and witnessing Prince coming up in Minneapolis.
Muse 2 the Pharaoh #3
June 10, 2018 14:25 - 51 minutes - 70.9 MBThe ladies are joined by “Aunties” Carmen, Trudy and Nanc as they reminisce about their days working at First Avenue and witnessing Prince coming up in Minneapolis. JOIN OUR PATREON Please help support the site and join the New Podcast Generation, as little as $1/month! Or make a one-time donation, help us WORK IT LIKE […]
Musicology Lessons : Bootleg Retrospective 2000-2016
May 23, 2018 22:00 - 1 hour - 145 MBThere’s much discussion about the classic boots we all know and love, but what about P’s more recent live work? The ladies get into favorite moments and boot collections sourced after the year 2000.
Muse 2 the Pharaoh #2
May 23, 2018 00:39 - 1 hour - 145 MBThere’s much discussion about the classic boots we all know and love, but what about P’s more recent live work? The ladies get into favorite moments and boot collections sourced after the year 2000. JOIN OUR PATREON Please help support the site and join the New Podcast Generation, as little as $1/month! Or make a […]
How Has Prince’s Transition Changed Your Life?
May 06, 2018 22:00 - 1 hour - 126 MBEpisode one of a women-centric podcast on the topic of Prince. We discuss his impact on our lives and different changes we have made through the study of his life and legacy.
Muse 2 the Pharaoh #1
May 06, 2018 06:13 - 1 hour - 126 MBEpisode one of a women-centric podcast on the topic of Prince. We discuss his impact on our lives and different changes we have made through the study of his life and legacy. Hosted by darlingnisi JOIN OUR PATREON Please help support the site and join the New Podcast Generation, as little as $1/month! Or make […]
Book Review – Got to Be Something Here : The Rise of the Minneapolis Sound
November 13, 2017 23:14In high school, I remember when we read Shakespeare or Twain or one of those European literature anthologies, we’d always start with learning about the historical context of the time. I always was a bit annoyed by that, like” can we just get to the book”, but as I went through college and later, I […]