Hip Hop Can Save America

Hip Hop Can Save America

"Hip Hop Can Save America!" explores the innovative, inspiring, and often surprising ways Hip Hop music, culture, and sensibilities are improving society in areas such as education, science/technology, health/wellness and more. Hosted by award-winning Hip Hop journalist Manny Faces.
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Hip Hop News That Isn't About Dumb Sh*t - Week of Dec. 9, 2024
December 10, 202436:07

Hip Hop News That Isn't About Dumb Sh*t - Week of Dec. 9, 2024

Here's something a little different to celebrate 100 episodes! This is a a recap of inspirational, innovative, and insightful Hip Hop news shared in the Hip Hop Can Save America! newsletter , taken from the Hip Hop Can Save America! weekly livestream show . I think you'll like it. Email manny@manny...

Inside Loyola's Hip Hop Bachelor's Program with Prof. Raney Antoine Jr.
December 04, 202440:18

Inside Loyola's Hip Hop Bachelor's Program with Prof. Raney Antoine Jr.

Discover how Loyola University is revolutionizing music education with the nation's first Bachelor's degree in Hip Hop & R&B! Join Manny Faces for an in-depth conversation with Professor Raney Antoine Jr., a musician and educator shaping the future of Hip Hop studies. Get an inside look at:...

Hip Hop at Howard: Hip Hop Studies Conference and Minor Program
November 10, 202439:48

Hip Hop at Howard: Hip Hop Studies Conference and Minor Program

Discover how Howard University is helping revolutionize Hip Hop education! Join Manny Faces for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Msia Kibona Clark and Dr. Roger Caruth about Howard's new Hip Hop Studies minor program and 2024 Hip Hop Studies conference. In this discussion, learn about: Howard'...

"We Have The Tools To Heal Within Our Community" - Hip Hop AS mental health therapy with Dr. James Norris
October 31, 202442:46

"We Have The Tools To Heal Within Our Community" - Hip Hop AS mental health therapy with Dr. James Norris

In this eye-opening interview, Manny Faces sits down with Dr. James Norris, the "other Dr. J," to explore the groundbreaking Rhythms of Healing initiative. Learn how this innovative program is: - Using Hip Hop as a powerful tool for adult mental health - Bridging the gap between traditional therapy...

EXCLUSIVE: DatPiff Hip Hop Mixtape Archive DISAPPEARS Overnight! Is It Gone Forever?
October 01, 202442:24

EXCLUSIVE: DatPiff Hip Hop Mixtape Archive DISAPPEARS Overnight! Is It Gone Forever?

DatPiff.com was the premier online home for Hip Hop mixtapes, hosting upwards of 600,000+ uploaded rap compilations from DJs, superstars, and bedroom artists. In late 2023, however, the site was failing, leaving the future of its enormous musical and cultural collection in doubt. The site made head...

Youth Empowerment with Ozay Moore of All Of The Above Hip Hop Academy
September 28, 202449:10

Youth Empowerment with Ozay Moore of All Of The Above Hip Hop Academy

In this insightful interview, Manny Face s talks with Ozay Moore , founder of the All of the Above Hip Hop Academy in Lansing, Michigan. Learn how this innovative nonprofit is: Using Hip Hop to mentor youth and support artistic expression Bridging generational gaps through music and culture Creatin...

DJ Notation / Turntablist Transcription Methodology with DJ Raedawn
September 19, 202436:32

DJ Notation / Turntablist Transcription Methodology with DJ Raedawn

Dive deep into the world of turntablism and Hip Hop education with DJ Raedawn, as he describes the Turntablist Transcription Methodology (TTM). In this exclusive interview, discover: The groundbreaking TTM system for notating DJ techniques How TTM is revolutionizing Hip Hop education globally The i...

Breaking in the Olympics: An Important Thing to Remember Now That It's Over
August 19, 202412:43

Breaking in the Olympics: An Important Thing to Remember Now That It's Over

After Paris, breaking needs to be remembered (and not just for THAT). No matter how you feel about its Olympics debut, the breaking community and the culture need support -- not just ridicule -- and not just now. --- Hip-Hop Can Save America! with Manny Faces is a Manny Faces Media production, in a...