Obamas' Higher Ground to Release Fela Kuti Podcast

Former President Barack Obama and his Higher Ground company are releasing a podcast called "Fela Kuti: Fear No Man".

It's about Fela Kuti, a musician from Nigeria who created a new music style called Afrobeat and fought against the government.

The podcast is hosted by Jad Abumrad and will have interviews with Fela's family and famous musicians.

It will also explore how Kuti's music and actions challenged the authorities.

The series aims to show his impact and ask whether art can make a difference.

The podcast will first be available on Audible and then other platforms.