On a recent episode of Hard Knock Radio, we had the privilege of sitting down with Boots Riley, the renowned rap artist, organizer, activist, and now filmmaker of The Coup. Our conversation centered around his latest TV project, “I Am a Virgo,” and delved into his experiences with television compared to his previous film, “Sorry […]
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Professor Tina Bell Wright: The Steps One Must Take for True Black Self Determination
Professor Tina Bell Wright, renowned author of the book “360 Degrees: The Blueprint for Black Self-Determination,” joined us once again on Hard Knock Radio. This time, our focus was on her recent thought-provoking article titled “Priorities …from Theory (RBG) to Practice (RBH).” Inspired by her observations at the “National Conference on the Black Cooperative Agenda,” […]
Amiri Baraka: A Revolutionary Poet and Champion of Social Change
Introduction Amiri Baraka, a prominent figure in the Black Arts Movement, was an influential poet, playwright, and political activist. His work focused on addressing social injustices and advocating for African American empowerment. In this article, we revisit our insightful interview with Baraka from 2012, shedding light on his accomplishments and the significance of his contributions […]
A Conversation w/ South African Hip Hop Artist Emile YX.. From Apartheid til Now
HKR (06-15-23) On a recent episode of Hard Knock Radio, we had the pleasure of hosting Emile YX, a remarkable artist and cultural ambassador, as part of our series “Hip Hop is 50.” Emile YX, hailing from Cape Town, South Africa, has made significant contributions to the world of hip hop as a rapper and […]
Allyssa Victory Breaks Down the Political Landscape of California and Oakland
During our insightful conversation with Alyssa Victory, former Oakland Mayoral candidate, we gained a comprehensive understanding of the political landscape within Oakland and throughout the state
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