Northampton, MA — June 20, 2026 — Self-Evident Education invites the public to a special evening featuring the premiere screening of the documentary short “Get a Mule, Forty Acres or So...” alongside a live recording of the podcast Remind My Soul on Friday, June 20, 4-6 PM at the Northampton Center for the Arts, 33 Hawley St, Northampton, MA.

The event will bring together history, storytelling, film, and live music in an immersive experience exploring the legacies of Black land ownership, freedom, and cultural memory. Hosted by filmmaker and educator Michael Lawrence-Riddell, the evening will feature a live taping of Remind My Soul with acclaimed hip-hop artist and educator Akrobatik. During the recording, Lawrence-Riddell will share a story from American history that Akrobatik has never heard before. Together, they will reflect on its meaning, resonance, and relevance today.

Following the conversation, Akrobatik will have just thirty minutes to compose an original verse inspired by the story and dialogue — culminating in a live performance of the newly written piece before the audience.