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Podcast Episode: Arts & Commerce from Africa to Lanesboro
July 30 - August 21
Earlier this month, Global Minnesota welcomed a delegation of emerging African leaders for a professional exchange focused on the economic impact of arts and culture. From exploring Lanesboro’s vibrant arts scene to engaging with cultural institutions in the Twin Cities, the group saw firsthand how creative industries can drive local revitalization.
In this episode, hear from two participants: Lesedi Job, an award-winning theater director and producer from South Africa, and Lution Mzwandile Nxumalo, director and sound engineer at XLR Media in Eswatini. They share insights from their experience and reflections on cultural exchange in action.
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Links
Global Minnesota Professional Exchanges
International Visitor Leadership Program
Global Ties U.S. Action Center
Bio & Works from Lesedi Job
https://www.osmtalent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Lesedi-Job-CV-Mar-2024-2.pdf
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=v9zsOwaL7d0
https://mikevangraan.co.za/plays/when-swallows-cry
https://barrymorisse.com/blog/bitter-winter
https://weekendspecial.co.za/bitter-winter-review-at-the-baxter/
This interview was recorded on July 23, 2025.