What Now? with Trevor Noah Between the Seasons: Stories from a South African Childhood
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Aug 28, 2025 Take a nostalgic journey into the vibrant culture of South Africa through childhood stories. Explore the powerful role of prayer in building community and identity. Delve into the effects of colonization on indigenous spirituality and personal growth. Uncover unique perspectives on body image that challenge conventional norms. Discover the health benefits of colostrum alongside tips for affordable wireless options. Finally, learn how discord and diversity can ignite creativity in the hearts of children.
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Prayer As Identity And Power
- Trevor notes township prayers functioned as identity markers introduced by missionaries.
- Prayer included naming oneself and location to assert belonging and separate from non-believers.
Shoes Left To Preserve Dignity
- Trevor recalled coming home from school without his backpack and shoes because he left them to preserve the shoes' condition.
- His mother punished him severely despite his logical explanation that leaving items preserved them longer.
The Street As A Third Space
- Trevor argues communities create third spaces by claiming ordinary streets as shared public life.
- He suggests we already have third spaces outside our doors if we collectively reclaim them.