Impact Magazine: Krak Teet Corner
Krak Teet partnered with Sulfur Studio’s Impact Magazine to dedicate a few pages of each edition to share interviews of elders, artists, and/or healers. Magazines are sold locally in Savannah at Sulfur Studios, located on 2301 Bull Street, Savannah, GA 31401, or online here.
Vol 2, No 1 - Krak Teet x Michi Meko
Michi’s work is deeply rooted in his Southern Black identity and experiences. So much so that I related it to Big KRIT. He explores themes of navigation, the ocean/water, and confronting personal darkness. We discussed how he stepped back from social media to protect his mental health and creative process, and how he’s working on a project called “Black Navigation” to document the Black male experience in nature. Humor, coded language, and Southern cultural references are all up and through his art and this interview.
Vol 2, No 2 - Krak Teet x Hanif Shaka Zulu Haynes & Roosevelt Brownlee
Roosevelt Brownlee and Hanif Haynes discuss their organization, One Love, Inc., which aimed to promote cultural events in underserved neighborhoods, starting with grassroots initiatives like Kwanzaa celebrations. Hanif shares his journey into Rastafarianism while a student at Savannah State, and Roosevelt reflects on his world travels and culinary experiences, including cooking for Dizzie Gillespie and Nina Simone. Both highlight the importance of recognizing Black contributions to history and the unifying power of music, food, and storytelling across cultures.
Vol 3, No 1 - Krak Teet x Kamilah Kamaat
The conversation covers Kamilah’s childhood, spiritual journey beginning in Holiness church and transitioning to an all-encompassing path, and healing work. It explores themes of identity, cultural heritage, and the power of community. Kamilah shares insights on initiation, artistry, and the importance of embracing all aspects of oneself. The discussion emphasizes gratitude, presence, and trust in life’s unfolding moments.
Vol 3, No 2 - Krak Teet x Intergenerational Panel
In April, I hosted a panel at the Bull Street Library, featuring local elders Ike Carter and Freddie Gilyard alongside teenagers Hollyn Anderson and Justice Clark. Ike Carter, a Savannah native and former director of WHCJ radio, is an expert in African-American music history, while Freddie Gilyard is a retired educator and author of three books. Hollyn, a STEM Academy student with aspirations of becoming an oceanographer, and Justice, who also attends STEM Academy and dreams of being an attorney, represent the youth perspective. This interview captures highlights of their conversation about being young, gifted, and Geechee in Savannah.
