Episode #210: Irish Decolonial Solidarity, British Imperialism in Kenya, and Navigating White Privilege in Africa with Conor Walsh

Episode Summary

In Part 2 of this interview, Conor Walsh talks about how his nomad journey helped him learn about the extent of Irish solidarity with other decolonial movements and struggles against oppression around the world.  He gives an overview of the history of British imperialism in Kenya and it’s legacy in present day Kenya.  Conor emphasizes the importance for travelers to understand the historical context of the places they are traveling.  He then reflects on the power dynamics of white privilege in Africa, including his experience dating local women, and he shares his tips for being a more thoughtful and conscious traveler and relationship partner.  Conor then talks about his “Digital Nomads in Africa” Facebook community, which aims to dispel problematic views about traveling in Africa.  He explains how it also aims to create a space where African digital nomads and other travelers from around the world can connect with local people in the countries where they are traveling.  Conor then shares his reflections on traveling to Palestine, partying in Ramallah, and getting teargassed by the Israeli military.  And, finally, he reflects on the impact that over a decade of nomading has had one him, and what travel means to him today.  FULL SHOW NOTES AVAILABLE AT: www.TheMaverickShow.com

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Conor Walsh

Conor Walsh is an SEO and Content Marketing expert and the founder of Banange Media, an East African based digital marketing agency and publisher.  Originally from County Cork in Ireland, he has been a nomad since 2011 and is currently based in Nairobi, Kenya.  He has been to over 40 countries, including spending over 3 years on the continent of Africa.  Conor is also the founder of the “Digital Nomads in Africa” community on Facebook which now has over 2,000 members.

What You'll Learn
  • The history and contemporary legacy of British Imperialism in Kenya
  • Tips for navigating white privilege in Africa and other former colonies
  • Tips for digital nomads on traveling more thoughtfully and responsibly in Africa
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[1:58] Irish Decolonial Solidarity Around the World

[12:02] British Colonialism in Kenya

[17:56] Navigating White Privilege in Africa

[22:41] Reflections on the Dynamics of Dating Local Women

[26:22] Conor’s “Digital Nomads in Africa” Facebook Community

[29:50] Conor’s Experience in Palestine

[35:11] What Travel Means to Conor

[38:40] Tips For Being a More Thoughtful and Conscious Traveler

[41:47] The Lightning Round

[50:09] Follow and Contact Conor