Michael Jackson's Dream Lives On An Academic Conversation

Michael Jackson's Dream Lives On An Academic Conversation


Latest Episodes

Episode 44 – Earth Song
February 21, 2021

In this episode, Karin and Elizabeth revisit Earth Song and they discuss its relevance today. The messages Michael Jackson always had in his songs, the power of this particular song and how we should take his messages very seriously and start action up...

Episode 43 – Past – Present – Future Book 4
January 14, 2021

Abstract: In this episode, Karin and Elizabeth, look back, tell where they are right now and look into the future of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu.

Episode 42 – Exploring Stevie Wonder & Michael Jackson
December 27, 2020

Abstract: In this episode, Karin and Elizabeth, explore Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson through the album Songs In The Key Of Life, and the works of Michael Jackson. They both encourage readers who are interested in researching and writing about Stev...

Episode 41 – Leaving Neverland & The Real Michael Jackson
November 14, 2020

Abstract: In this episode, Karin and Elizabeth, finally decided that the documentaries Leaving Neverland and The Real Michael Jackson needed to be discussed. It took them quite a while to watch the documentaries and they are uneasy topics to discuss.

Episode 40 - Moonwalker Episode 40 – Moonwalker
July 21, 2020

Abstract: In this episode, Karin and Elizabeth, discuss Michael Jackson's Moonwalker film and see if there is a narrative more than it is just an anthology. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu.

Episode 39 – MJ & Civil Rights
June 20, 2020

Abstract: In this Special episode, Karin and Elizabeth, discuss Michael Jackson and civil Rights and how he addressed institutional racism in his Art. NB: Unfortunately there is a disturbing noise in the last 5 minutes of the recording.

Episode 38 – The King of Pop & Queen Bey
June 10, 2020

Abstract: In this episode, Karin and Elizabeth, discuss Michael Jackson and Beyoncé also known as The King of Pop and Queen Bey, and how they fit into the archetype of Black Royalty. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu.

Episode 37 – Interview with Dr. Susan Rogers
July 21, 2018

Abstract: In this episode, Karin has Dr. Susan Rogers, sound engineer of Prince as quest. They discuss musicality, difference in recording style between Michael Jackson and Prince, and posthumous releases amongst other things. - REFERENCE AS: -

Episode 36 – Michael Jackson FAQ
June 25, 2018

Abstract: In the light of Michael Jackson's 9th Anniversary, Karin has Dr. Kit O'Toole as guest. They discuss O'Toole's book Michael Jackson FAQ: All That's Left To Know About The King Of Pop, a tribute to the greatest artist that moonwalked this earth...

Episode 35 – ‘A Good Artist Copies, and A Great Artist Steals’
March 06, 2018

Abstract: In this episode, Karin discusses how artists create, and take from life and experiences. What we perceive as 'new' and 'authentic', and how this has been looked at through history till today. - REFERENCE AS: - Merx, Karin.