The Daily Special Episode: An Interplanetary Jazz Legend, a Cosmic Vegetable and a Psychic Prodigy
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May 27, 2023 
Nikita Richardson, a Senior staff editor at the New York Times food section, shares her culinary insights and media recommendations. She delves into a love letter to the versatile eggplant, highlighting its flavors and recipes. The discussion also pays tribute to jazz legend Sun Ra and his cosmic influence on music. Nikita offers weekend picks for dining in NYC and reflects on compelling themes in popular media, including agency and representation in contemporary culture.
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Discovering Sun Ra
- Marcus Moore was introduced to Sun Ra's music in 2010.
- He was immediately captivated by the unique and challenging sound of "Space is the Place."
Sun Ra's Sound
- Sun Ra's music blends atonal screeching, raucous drums, and a repeating mantra.
- This creates a captivating and challenging experience for the listener.
Sun Ra's Cosmic Beliefs
- Sun Ra, born Herman Blunt, had an out-of-body experience where he believed aliens took over his body.
- This experience led him to incorporate cosmic elements into his music and advocate for Black liberation beyond Earth.
