From Congo to Glasgow // with filmmaker Etienne Kubwabo

Blethered · 2021-04-05

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Etienne Kubwabo was born in Congo and had to flee to Uganda, by foot, with his family to escape when the country was being ravaged by war.

On the way to Uganda, he was split up from his family and ended up fighting to survive on his own. They were eventually reunited, as a result of a moment of pure luck, having not known for years whether Etienne was dead or alive.

Etienne came to join his family in Glasgow aged 19, we talk about what it was like arrive a completely alien environment, and the obstacles and challenges he overcame.

We discuss Beats of War, Etienne’s comic book creation and Scotland’s first black superhero, being Glaswegian, facing challenges with a positive mindset, and much more

Beats of War: https://mileawayfilms.com/product/beats-of-war-comic-book/

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Glasgow & Barcelona based podcast, hosted by Sean McDonald. Sean interviews people from various segments of society, discussing serious topics with Scottish humour. From life stories, to social commentary and discussion on current topics, modern culture and more. Contact at [email protected]

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