Women's History Month, Sähköpaimen and Wadjda

Weekend Passport 03.05

Passport 03.05

Weekend Passport is Stranger's Guide's weekly subscribers-only newsletter curated by Deputy Publisher, Ambia Elias. Each week we bring you globally-inspired recommendations for your weekend activities from the team and friends of Stranger’s Guide.

Read: From My Grandmother’s Hands

This article, “From My Grandmother’s Hands” takes readers on a deeply personal journey through the lens of author Clarence Bajkowski as she reflects on the significance of cooking in Black households and her grandmother’s wealth of cultural and culinary knowledge passed down through generations. As we transition from Black History Month into Women’s History Month this March (happy International Women’s Day!), Bajkowski’s essay offers a heartfelt window into the intersections of race and gender, highlighting the importance of recognizing and celebrating the resilience and traditions of the Black women in her life.

Listen: Sähköpaimen

Sähköpaimen is a Finnish trio whose name means "electric shepherd," and that kind of embodies their music's essence. Intertwining wind instruments, mouth harps, and untamed vocals with electronics, they create a captivating blend of modern and rustic elements. Their album "twilight" mirrors the transition from day to night, where folklore and tradition shape their music. Tracks like "Jyrinpäivä" feature growling undertones, while unrestrained moments of wildness, including cattle calls and intense screams, showcase their power. The allure of Sähköpaimen's music is a fascinating infusion worth exploring. You can check out their music on Spotify and Apple Music.