KORSI on Radio 674FM

KORSI was invited to Radio 674FM for a two-hour live show hosted by Monita Wagma. Combining conversation and music, the program focused on sound, cultural practice, and the creation of collective spaces. The discussion explored KORSI’s approach to community-based gatherings, the role of music in shaping shared experiences, and the importance of creating spaces rooted in connection and exchange. Alongside the conversation, the show featured musical selections and longer-form reflections beyond the format of a conventional interview.

The KORSI team was invited to Radio 674FM for a two-hour live radio show hosted by Monita Wagma. The program combined conversation and music, focusing on sound, cultural practice, and collective spaces.

The discussion covered KORSI’s work as a cultural collective, approaches to community-based gatherings, and the role of music in shaping shared experiences. The format allowed for longer conversations, musical selections, and contextual reflections, rather than short interview segments.

About the show “Cup of Tea“

Monita Wagma is an Islamic studies scholar, radio host, and DJ. Her show brings together music and conversation, usually with one guest, creating space to present personal and cultural musical collections.

As a radio host and DJ, Monita Wagma approaches music as a form of research into sound and storytelling. In addition to radio work, she plays DJ sets in awareness-oriented spaces, focusing on hypnotic and electronic soundscapes.

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