ZedWiki Podcast

ZedWiki Podcast – S2, E5: Navigating the Digital Age of Information

From Labour Day history to the digital frontlines of open knowledge, ZedWiki Podcast Season 2 Episode 5 takes you on a powerful journey through time, culture, and information. This episode explores major events from May 1st across history, the rise of labour movements, the legacy of Zambia’s second president Frederick Chiluba, and the living cultural heritage of Mongu in Western Zambia. We also return with fan-favorite segment Weird Finds of Wikipedia, uncovering some of the internet’s most bizarre yet true stories—from dancing plagues to impossible appetites. Plus, get the latest Wikimedia News, Tech & Tools updates, including the future of digital knowledge, Wikipedia innovation, and Chalo Chatu’s growing role in preserving Zambian heritage online. 🌍 Theme: Knowledge Without Borders📚 History. Culture. Labour. Digital Truth. Join Joy on the mic as ZedWiki continues connecting Zambia ku Chalo one story at a time. Links: Today in History: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Selected_anniversaries/May_1 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Selected_anniversaries/May_1 ] Article Spotlight: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frederick_Chiluba [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frederick_Chiluba] My Town: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mongu [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mongu]

ZedWiki Podcast – S2, E4: Why Knowing Your History Is Important

What does history really mean… and why should we care? In this episode of the ZedWiki Podcast, Joy takes you on a journey across time — from global events that happened on April 1st, to the powerful and often overlooked story of Chuma and Susi, the men who preserved the legacy of David Livingstone. We then bring it closer to home in our “My Town” segment, exploring Kitwe — the heart of the Copperbelt — its mining roots, vibrant culture, and the legacy behind Nkana Football Club, the famous “Red Devils.” Plus, we introduce a brand new segment: “Weird Finds of Wikipedia” — where curiosity takes over and things get a little unexpected. To wrap it all up, we dive into the latest Wikimedia News, Tech & Tools updates — showing how you can be part of preserving knowledge in the digital age. This episode is all about one powerful idea: History is not just the past — it’s our identity, our story, and our future. Links:Today in History (April 1 Events) [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Selected_anniversaries/April_1] April Fools’ Day → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/April_Fools%27_Day [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/April_Fools%27_Day] Iranian Islamic Republic Day → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iranian_Islamic_Republic_Day [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iranian_Islamic_Republic_Day] Niels Ebbesen → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niels_Ebbesen [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niels_Ebbesen] Royal Air Force → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_Air_Force [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_Air_Force] Hainan Island Incident (2001 collision) → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hainan_Island_incident [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hainan_Island_incident] Weird Finds of Wikipedia (Your New Segment) Immortal Jellyfish → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turritopsis_dohrnii [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turritopsis_dohrnii] Busby Stoop Chair → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Busby_Stoop_Chair [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Busby_Stoop_Chair] Great Emu War → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emu_War [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emu_War]Core Articles (Your Main Story Segments) Chuma and Susi → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chuma_and_Susi [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chuma_and_Susi] and on Chalo Chatu https://www.chalochatu.org/Chuma_and_Susi [https://www.chalochatu.org/Chuma_and_Susi] Kitwe → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kitwe [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kitwe] Nkana Football Club → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nkana_F.C.

ZedWiki Podcast – S2, E3: What Makes Us Stand Out

In this episode of the ZedWiki Podcast, Joy takes listeners on a journey through history, culture, and open knowledge. We begin with Today in History, exploring notable events that happened on March 10, including the legacy of Harriet Tubman and major global milestones. Our Article Spotlight shines on the 1935 Copperbelt Strike, a significant moment in Zambia’s history that helped inspire labour movements and African nationalism. We also introduce a brand-new segment called “My Town,” where we explore the history and culture of the places we come from. In this first feature, we travel to Zambezi Town in North-Western Province, discovering its traditions, people, and fascinating landmarks. Finally, we wrap up with Wikimedia News, Tech and Tools Updates, covering Wikipedia’s 25th anniversary celebrations, new language Wikipedias, and the latest innovations shaping the Wikimedia movement. This episode highlights what makes open knowledge stand out—connecting local stories from Zambia to a global audience through platforms like Wikipedia and Chalo Chatu. Theme: Knowledge Without Borders Music: * Bust It Baby (Instrumental) — Plies * Lose Control (Instrumental) — Keri Hilson ft. Nelly Links: * Article Spotlight: 1935 Copperbelt strike [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1935_Copperbelt_strike] * Wikimedia News: Wikimedia Diff Blog [https://diff.wikimedia.org/] * Today in History: March 10 Anniversaries [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Selected_anniversaries/March_10] Production Team: * Producer: Isaac Chabota Kanguya (User:Icem4k) * Sound Engineer: Louis Kanguya (User:Revention24) * Writer: Isaac Chabota Kanguya and Grace Nalungwe (User:ChaloNiZambia) * Host: Joy Chikonde

ZedWiki Podcast:Celebrating Zambian Heritage and Culture

Join Joy Chikonde on this special episode of the ZedWiki Podcast as we explore Zambian heritage, culture, and the power of knowledge sharing. We kick off with Today in History for February 1st, from Imbolc and National Freedom Day to Black History Month, and reflect on how history is shaped and preserved. In our Article Spotlight, we dive into the Nc’wala Ceremony of the Ngoni people—its rituals, drumming, and cultural significance—as documented on Chalo Chatu. Our Wikimedia Tech & Tools Update covers Wikipedia’s 25th anniversary, AI partnerships, infrastructure improvements, and global traffic insights—showing how Wikimedia continues to make knowledge open, accessible, and sustainable for everyone, everywhere. 🎉 Plus, Wiki Loves Folklore 2026 has officially started! From February 1st to March 31st, everyone is invited to take part by uploading photos, writing articles, or sharing videos that highlight Zambian culture and heritage. Produced by Isaac (User: Icem4k) and engineered by Louis (User: Revention24), Host: Joy Chikonde, this episode celebrates Knowledge Without Borders and the stories that connect communities locally and globally. Listen, learn, and contribute to preserving Zambia’s rich cultural legacy. Music: * Bust It Baby (Instrumental) — Plies * Lose Control (Instrumental) — Keri Hilson ft. Nelly Links: Nc'wala Ceremony http://www.chalochatu.org/Nc%27wala_CeremonyWikimedia Community User Group Zambia https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Community_User_Group_Zambia * Wikimedia News: Diff [https://diff.wikimedia.org/] | Meta-Wiki [https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page] * Today in History: February 1 Anniversaries [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Selected_anniversaries/February_1]

ZedWiki Podcast, Wikipedia @ 25: History, Heritage, and Knowledge Without Borders

Welcome to the Season Two premiere of the ZedWiki Podcast. This season, we go beyond the edit button to explore the intersection of history, heritage, and the digital documenting of Zambia. * Today in History: We journey back to January 1, exploring independence milestones and public domain transitions that have shaped our global and local records. * Wikipedia @ 25: A reflection on two and a half decades of a global experiment. We discuss how Wikipedia became humanity’s most powerful knowledge platform and its specific impact on the Zambian community. * Heritage Spotlight – Mosi-oa-Tunya: We dive into the documentation of Victoria Falls. Connecting oral history with digital archives, we discuss why preserving Zambia’s stories through Wikipedia and Chalo Chatu is vital for our cultural memory. * Wikimedia News (Tech & Tools): An update on movement governance, emerging technologies, and a look ahead at Wikimedia Zambia’s 2026 roadmap, including Wiki Loves Folklore and the Knowledge Without Borders Project. * Community Contributors: Paulson Tembo, Isaac Chisaka, Trust Hamuntili, James Nyemba, Abraham Kalimbwe, James Fanina, Charity Mwengu, Dora Chivwindi, Themba Mbewe, Edward Phiri, Mengo Simuziya, Levy Syanseke and Thandi * Producer: Isaac C. Kanguya (User:Icem4k) * Sound Engineer: Louis Kanguya (User:Revention24) * Writers: Edward Phiri, Isaac Kanguya * Researchers: Grace Nalungwe, Jason Mulikita, Isaac C. Kanguya * Host: Blueprint (AI Voice) * Bust It Baby (Instrumental) — Plies * Lose Control (Let Me Down) — Keri Hilson ft. Nelly * Wikimedia News: Diff [https://diff.wikimedia.org/] | Meta-Wiki [https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page] * Today in History: January 1 Anniversaries [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Selected_anniversaries/January_1] * Chalo Chatu Archive: Victoria Falls / Mosi-oa-Tunya [http://www.chalochatu.org/Victoria_Falls] License: Content available under CC BY-SA 4.0.