HKR-(05-31-23) At the NCORE conference in Los Angeles, we had the privilege of encountering Olmeca, a prominent figure in the world of hip hop. As both a featured presenter and performer, he captivated the audience with his raw talent and thought-provoking insights. We delved into Olmeca’s fascinating career, which originated in the underground hip hop […]
Hip Hop is 50: A Conversation with Grandmaster Flash on the Meaning of Hip Hop
One of Hip Hop’s foremost pioneers is Joseph Saddler, also known as Grandmaster Flash. Back in the day, he epitomized what a DJ should be and led one of Hip Hop’s best and most enduring groups, The Furious Four, which later became The Furious Five. Flash assembled his superstar crew in 1976, and they went […]
A Tribute to Harry Belafonte: A Roundtable Discussion
Beloved Singer, Actor and Human Rights Activist Harry Belafonte Honored in Roundtable Discussion On April 27th, Hard Knock Radio paid tribute to the life and legacy of Harry Belafonte, a singer, actor, and human rights activist who passed away at the age of 96. The roundtable discussion included activists, artists, and organizers from across the […]
A Conversation w/ Mahmoud Abdul Rauf | We Pay Tribute to Harry Belafonte
Mahmoud Abdul Rauf, a former NBA player, who gained recognition not only for his skills on the basketball court but also for his activism and advocacy, joined us on Hard Knock Radio. He spoke about the current state of athletes and activism. He also talked about the role his Muslim faith had in shaping his […]
Political Prisoner Mumia Abu Jamal Turns 69- Professor Johanna Fernandez Updates Us
We recently celebrated the 69th birthday of Mumia Abu-Jamal, a long-time political prisoner. To provide crucial updates on his case, Professor and author, Johanna Fernandez appeared on Hard Knock Radio. For those who may not be aware, here is a brief summary based on what is written on the website Love Not Phear. Professor Fernandez […]
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