Welcome to Borderless Rhythm!
Welcome to the first Official Podcast of Borderless Rhythm!
July 27, 2024
Behind the Djembe
In this episode, I explored the sound, craft, and culture of West Africa’s most iconic drum.
September 19, 2024
Sacred Rhythms: Anthropology/Ethnomusicology Research Presentation
After over three months of extensive research, I’m excited to share that we are finalizing the final product. Stay tuned for the big reveal! But for now, here’s an overview of what my paper is about.
December 15, 2024
Post research presentation discussion + questions (continuation of the previous episode)
In this episode, Professor Kasey D. Morgan and I had a discussion reflecting on our research experience.
P.S., check out the research paper!
January 3, 2025
Drums of Therapy
In today’s episode, I will talk about 4 different drums that are used for therapy: Shamanic Drum, Ocean Drum, Tongue Drum, and the Handpan.
March 1, 2025
The Future of Drumming: Hybrid Kits
Today’s episode features discussions on the future of drumming, including Hybrid Kits. We’ll dive deeper into the functionality of these kits and what drumming could potentially look like in the years to come.
April 28, 2025
Roots & Ritual – June Playlist
Each month this summer, we’re creating a rhythm theme—June begins with Roots & Ritual, exploring sacred drumming traditions from around the world.
June 2, 2025
Linton Kwesi Johnson: An episode from Brown University
I’m currently at Brown University, taking a Language and Social Justice summer course where we explored how Linton Kwesi Johnson uses rhythm and patois to turn poetry into protest.
July 1, 2025
Hands of the People – July Playlist
Each month this summer, we’re creating a rhythm theme—July introduces Hands of the People, celebrating community and street rhythms.
July 2, 2025
Future Pulse – August Playlist
Each month this summer, we’re creating a rhythm theme—August introduces Future Pulse, which features futuristic and innovative drumming.
August 4, 2025
Beyond the Beat from the Royal BC Museum in Canada
This summer, I visited the Royal BC Museum in Victoria, British Columbia. There, I saw the exhibition for ‘Beyond the Beat.’
August 20, 2025
The AWỌ Drum Circle
This podcast episode comes from working alongside AWỌ and being part of three of their community drum drives. Learn more about AWỌ and their mission!
September 13, 2025
The Ocean Drum
The Ocean Drum mimics the sound of crashing waves, a sound many enjoy. This drum is a fascinating piece, and we will explore it in this episode!
October 10, 2025
Exploring Mayan Culture with Professor Kasey D. Morgan (Part 1)
Hi Everyone. This is Part 1 of our interview with Professor Kasey D. Morgan of Lehigh University. She was previously a PhD candidate in anthropology at UPenn. In this episode, we explore Mayan culture and their drums, specifically the Tunkul (also known as the Teponaztli).
November 12, 2025
Exploring Mayan Culture with Professor Kasey D. Morgan (Part 2)
Hi Everyone. This is Part 2 of our interview with Professor Kasey D. Morgan of Lehigh University. She was previously a PhD candidate in anthropology at UPenn. In this episode, we explore Mayan culture and their drums, specifically the Tunkul (also known as the Teponaztli).
November 15, 2025
Endangered Taiwanese Drumming Traditions (Featuring the Beiguan Practice)
In today’s podcast episode, we dive deep into endangered drumming traditions in Taiwan, specifically the Beiguan tradition, and explore both causes and efforts for preservation.
December 20, 2025
The Tools of Rhythm: Exploring Drum Sticks & Beaters
From heavy wooden beaters to padded mallets, this episode explores how cultures around the world shape rhythm through the tools they strike with.
January 23, 2026