The podcast episodes explore the complex legacy of Haile Selassie, the longtime emperor of Ethiopia, and his significance within the Rastafarian religious movement.
In "Test Brat Special", Lily Allen discusses her growing interest in Rastafarianism and its emphasis on peace, love, and unity, while acknowledging some misogynistic and homophobic elements within the religion.
The "Haile Selassie: Statesman, Colonizer, God?" episode delves into Selassie's efforts at modernization, his harsh rule, and the reverence for him among Rastafarians, particularly in Jamaica.