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Music is Ronny’s weapon of choice
Music is Ronny’s weapon of choice
Music is Ronny’s weapon of choice
Tuesday 6th August 2024
Join Ronny as he shares how music became his weapon of choice in the fight for West Papua's freedom. An inspiring tale of resilience and hope.
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Episode Overview
- Music as a tool for resistance and cultural preservation.
- Arnold Ap's influence on Ronny and the freedom movement.
- Ronny's family's escape from military crackdowns.
- The ongoing struggle for West Papua's independence.
- Sorong Samarai's role in inspiring unity and resistance.
What I dream for is what I wait for. There's nothing else, only freedom
Ever wondered how music can be a powerful tool for resistance? In this gripping episode of 'Days Like These — True Stories', you'll meet Ronny, a second-generation freedom fighter from West Papua. Inspired by the songs of Arnold Ap, a slain freedom fighter and musician, Ronny takes up music as his weapon of choice to strengthen his people's movement for freedom.
The episode is hosted by Hal Latukefu and brings you into the heart of the struggle for West Papua's independence. Arnold Ap's music, smuggled out of prison cells and echoing through generations, has become a symbol of hope and resistance. Ronny shares his family's harrowing journey through jungles and refugee camps, their struggles for survival, and the unyielding spirit that kept them going.
From escaping military crackdowns to finding refuge in Australia, Ronny's story is a testament to resilience and the enduring power of culture and music. His band, Sorong Samarai, continues to inspire with songs that call for unity and freedom. This episode isn't just about history; it's about ongoing resistance and the dream of raising the Morning Star flag over a free West Papua. Tune in to understand how music can unite people and keep the flame of freedom alive.