Imagine pulling water out of thin air. It’s actually not that far fetched. Have you ever seen condensation on a cold bottle on a hot day? Well, what you’re seeing isn’t coming from the cold beverage. It’s the warm moisture in the air interacting cold surface and creating water. That’s a crude and basic version of what Moses West, of the Moses West foundation, and his Atmospheric Water Generation (AWG) technology are doing. West, a former army ranger turned water innovator, is revolutionizing water access. His groundbreaking technology pulls pure clean water directly from the air, offering a sustainable solution to water scarcity in communities plagued by contaminated groundwater. In this episode of Systemic, I sit down with Mr. West and hear stories from Puerto Rico, Texas, and Flint Michigan. In each, we learn how the AWG technology can produce thousands of gallons of clean water daily, powered entirely by solar energy. Making it a profitable and sustainable solution for many communities. Beyond the AWG technology, we look further and discuss how systemic racism, environmental injustice, and infrastructure have historically disenfranchised marginalized communities of color worldwide.

West shares his personal journey from military service to water innovation, highlighting the critical need for educational outreach and technological solutions to address global water challenges. His vision extends beyond his invention, it's about empowering communities and creating sustainable pathways for survival in an increasingly hostile environments. While born in the US, West, as he says, was “raised across continents” and this global perspective, coupled with his early exposure to global inequality and human resilience have shaped his humanitarian mission.

Moses West Foundation - http://www.moseswestfoundation.com/ Email - apollo@moseswestfoundation.org Instagram - @MosesWestFoundation BlueSky - @awgwater.bsky.social

In this episode of Systemic, our host Dan Kimbrough welcomes back guest Brittany Friedman, professor and now author of the forthcoming book "Carceral Apartheid: How lies and white supremacist run our prisons.” In the book, professor Friedman's research exposes the parallel systems of control that operate both outside and inside the prison walls - what she calls a "carceral apartheid." Through her research, analysis, and touching personal narratives, she shows how the dehumanization of marginalized communities has been maintained, institutionalized, and manufactured over generations. From police corruption to the suppression of black militant movements, our conversation exposes the insidious ways in which white supremacy evolved, finding new ways to divide and conquer. Though, through all the misinformation, corruption and violence, at the center of professor Friedman's work and research lies a profound invitation - to dream of a different future and narrative, one grounded in community, healing, and the uncompromising pursuit of true justice. This is an episode for anyone seeking to understand history and ongoing reality of systemic racism in America, specifically our prison system. Her work shows a parallel between how curropt authorities operate inside and outside of our prisons and the effects they have. Prepare to be challenged, enlightened, and inspired to wake up and be part transformative anti-racist change. Find Professor Friedman online at instagram.com/curlyprofessor https://x.com/curlyprofessor Buy the book https://uncpress.org/book/9781469683409/carceral-apartheid/ https://www.amazon.com/Carceral-Apartheid-Supremacists-Prisons-Politics/dp/1469683407

When you think about Aunt Jemima and Uncle Ben, what comes to mind? Beloved American food mascots or the caricatures of racist stereotypes for African Americans?

In this episode of systemic, our host Dan Kimbrough sits down with Dr. David Pilgrim, founder and director of the Jim Crow Museum of Racist Imagery. We discuss the toxic legacy of the Jim Crow era - a dark chapter in American history marked by systemic oppression, dehumanizing propaganda, and the weaponization of racist imagery.

Dr. Pilgrim shares his personal journey of collecting these objects of intolerance over the past four decades, and the devastating realizations that fueled his life's work. We'll explore how these hurtful caricatures and stereotypes were used to uphold a horrific racial hierarchy, and discover the lasting impact they continue to have on our society.

But this is no mere history lesson. Dr. Pilgrim outlines his bold plan to expand the museum, using the power of witness, understanding, and healing to confront America's painful past and inspire lasting change. We'll hear about the museum's mission to elevate the stories of African American achievement and resistance, and challenge visitors to consider their own role in building a more just and equitable future.

This is an unnerving conversation that will stay with you long after the episode ends. Join us as we reckon with the ugly truths of our history, and find the courage to create the change we wish to see in the world.

Museum Website - https://jimcrowmuseum.ferris.edu/