African-American culture

Was the shooting of Michael Brown an isolated incident or another chapter in America’s history of racial division? The events in Ferguson have brought that question back to the front of national news, and some people think it needs to stay there.

Joining us to talk about both the history and the future of Harlem’s political leadership is Chris Smith, a reporter for New York magazine Luther Smith, a Harlem resident and political analyst.

It may seem like just yesterday that you first heard The Sugar Hill Gang or Run DMC, but the hip hop business is pushing forty.

Ashekman (aa-SHAKE-mon) is a hip-hop duo that embraces all aspects of hip-hop, and, true to the tradition of the musical form, have added their own style, flare and message. The group consists of a pair of twins – Omar and Mohammad Kabbani – who were 18 years old when they started rapping and making graffiti art almost […]

In Rabat Morocco, there’s a new breakdancer on the scene who goes by the name B-Girl Scarf. While many are taking a note that she dances wearing a hijab, she hopes you’ll pay more attention to her hip hop moves. Producer Jake Warga brings us her story.In Rabat Morocco, there’s a new breakdancer on the scene who goes by the name B-Girl Scarf. While many are taking a note that she dances wearing a hijab, she hopes you’ll pay more attention to her hip hop moves. Producer Jake Warga brings us her story.