Riding the (blue) wave of recent USA elections, this month's episode leans heavy into music of resistance and persistence.  Guests include Mike James Kirkland and Telemakus - Both have amazing stories behind them. Kirkland, who just turned 80, released a brand new album that's as soulful and poignant (on the socio-political front) as any of his classic records including "Hang On In There". Telemakus is an LA-based musician whose new album features an insane guest list: Sparklmami, Flying Lotus, Miguel Atwood Ferguson, Karreim Riggins, Liv.e, and others. For the past few years he's suffered from a condition that meant at times he could not even use his hands to brush his teeth or hold a pencil - so it's a miracle he was able to make the album at all. He talks candidly about how his struggles have colored this new album. Also in the mix, new faves and recent discoveries from West Africa to Detroit, Milan to Melbourne. Tune in!