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It is a sad day in America. This week we discuss the life and legacy of civil right icons Congressman John Lewis & Rev. C.T. Vivian who both passed away on July 17. We honor them with a moment of silence and explore their impact on civil rights movements of today. During the “Pass the Aux Cord” segment, we review the pair of records released by DJ Khaled featuring Drake. We offer some funny takes on the debate of which is better: rapping Drake of singing Drake? We end the episode into a full blown debate on Megan Thee Stallion being shot in the foot and try to decipher fact vs fiction as to what involvement artist Tory Lanez had in the whole thing. We do know he was arrested for having a concealed gun and letting off shots, but we ask: was he actually shooting a Hot Girl Meg. This is another hilarious yet informative episode of The Connex Podcast featuring funnyman Dwain Watts, culture critic Kirs, and our Congressional insider KP. Be sure to tune in every Saturday at 10:30 am EST to catch THE CONNEX PODCAST: Where Hip-Hop & Politics Meet. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hippolitics/support

This week’s guest has been named to EBONY Magazine’s “Power 100” list of influential African Americans and PRWeek’s “40 Under 40” list, Alencia Johnson sits at the intersection of social justice and culture change. She is a social impact, brand engagement and communications strategist that recently served as the National Director of Public Engagement for Senator Elizabeth Warren’s presidential campaign. Alencia talked with Hip-Politics about her journey and how she has become one of the nation’s leading voices and champions for Black women. Alencia also discusses her latest venture, the founding of 1063 West Broad, a social impact agency specializing in the intersection of culture, impact and purpose. Be sure to subscribe to the Hip-Politics Podcast and leave a comment on how you felt about this episode.

This week's guest has been named to EBONY Magazine's “Power 100” list of influential African Americans and PRWeek's “40 Under 40” list, Alencia Johnson sits at the intersection of social justice and culture change. She is a social impact, brand engagement and communications strategist that recently served as the National Director of Public Engagement for Senator Elizabeth Warren's presidential campaign. Alencia talked with Hip-Politics about her journey and how she has become one of the nation's leading voices and champions for Black women. Alencia also discusses her latest venture, the founding of 1063 West Broad, a social impact agency specializing in the intersection of culture, impact and purpose. Be sure to subscribe to the Hip-Politics Podcast and leave a comment on how you felt about this episode. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hippolitics/support

Tune in every week to The Connex Podcast featuring hilarious comedian Dwain Watts, culture commentator Kirs and Congressional insider KP. They tackle the top news in the world of Hip-Hop and Politics, review the latest songs and point out the biggest WTF? moments of the week.

“The 1st language of America has always been violence.” Charles Coleman - National civil rights attorney & Founder Black Superhero Project / Black Brilliance 360 @Cfc40Official joined the @HipPoliticsPodcast and spoke on the history of protests in this country and why progress has always come through some sort of conflict or violent demonstrations. Hear the full podcast episode under “Hip-Politics” on all podcast platforms. Full video debuts Friday 6/26 https://youtu.be/Plf5v52Yo6E

“America's first language is VIOLENCE"– says Civil Rights Attorney and Founder of CFCAO, Black Superhero Project Charles Coleman. Hip-Politics tackles the recent events consuming the American psyche – systemic racism in America. The present moment is a defining one in this nation's long arc toward justice. From that small patch of Minnesota pavement, George Floyd's dying breath has become a wind of change, pushing so many Americans to bend the establishment and the public's imagination toward true equality for all Americans. We are not only asking what needs to be done to create true justice, but also how equality and justice have eluded this country for so long. How do we reckon with and dismantle the systemic racism that has been at the foundation of this country? Join Hip-Politics as we have a candid yet raw conversation regarding the changing times in our country.” HipPolitics – where Hip Hop and Politics come together as one to explain some of the toughest issues facing our communities today. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hippolitics/support

We talked about the state of Black Fatherhood in the turbulent times of 2020 for this week's #HipPoliticsHappyHour. With a panel of #BlackFathers from around the country, we discussed the challenges of raising Black children amid the heightened racial tensions of this year and how Black Fathers reclaim their narrative. This podcast was cohosted by Herline Mathieu, a congressional insider and VP of the Congressional Black Associates and Cameron Trimble, political communications strategist and founder of Hip-Politics Inc. This episode featured special guests: Dr. L. Trenton Marsh, assistant professor of urban education in the Department of Learning Sciences and Educational Research at the University of Central Florida Dwain Watts - popular comedian and cohost of The Connex podcast on the Hip-Politics network Rasheem Rooke - Director of Workforce Development at DC Central Kitchen Russel Drake - VP of the Florida Democratic Caucus Donnell Boyer - Ohio Youth Baseball Coach and Trainer

We talked about the state of Black Fatherhood in the turbulent times of 2020 for this week's #HipPoliticsHappyHour. With a panel of #BlackFathers from around the country, we discussed the challenges of raising Black children amid the heightened racial tensions of this year and how Black Fathers reclaim their narrative. This podcast was cohosted by Herline Mathieu, a congressional insider and VP of the Congressional Black Associates and Cameron Trimble, political communications strategist and founder of Hip-Politics Inc. This episode featured special guests: Dr. L. Trenton Marsh, assistant professor of urban education in the Department of Learning Sciences and Educational Research at the University of Central Florida Dwain Watts - popular comedian and cohost of The Connex podcast on the Hip-Politics network Rasheem Rooke - Director of Workforce Development at DC Central Kitchen Russel Drake - VP of the Florida Democratic Caucus Donnell Boyer - Ohio Youth Baseball Coach and Trainer --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hippolitics/support

The eyes of the nation have been focused on Minneapolis, Minnesota following the horrific murder of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer. Following the release of the amateur cell phone video that caught the killing on film, the city erupted in protests that turned ugly fast. These demonstrations turned to vandalism and looting that caused destruction to local businesses and neighborhoods throughout the twin cities. The week of protests left many families without a place to go and basic needs and small business owners wondering if they could ever recover. One local area man, our special guest Ayo Idowu, could not stand idly by and watch his town suffer so he decided to do something. Starting with just $200, he challenged his friends and family on social media to match his donations so he could go to the grocery store and get food for families that needed immediate help. Soon that $200 turned to almost $25,000 in less than 2 weeks. Tune into this episode to see how this ex-NFL player took his passion for his community and turned it into real action. Check out episode 49 “Boots on the Ground” and please like and share. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hippolitics/support

Our country is in a state of protest due to the unjust killing of George Floyd at the hands of a Minnesota police officer. There are protests and demonstrations in cities across America with no end in sight. This week we discussed this national unrest and examined why people are taking to the streets with activist and senior advisor to the chair of the Democratic National Committee, Waikinya Clanton.

The eyes of the nation have been focused on Minneapolis, Minnesota following the horrific murder of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer. Following the release of the amateur cell phone video that caught the killing on film, the city erupted in protests that turned ugly fast. These demonstrations turned to vandalism and looting that caused destruction to local businesses and neighborhoods throughout the twin cities. The week of protests left many families without a place to go and basic needs and small business owners wondering if they could ever recover. One local area man, our special guest Ayo Idowu, could not stand idly by and watch his town suffer so he decided to do something. Starting with just $200, he challenged his friends and family on social media to match his donations so he could go to the grocery store and get food for families that needed immediate help. Soon that $200 turned to almost $25,000 in less than 2 weeks. Tune into this episode to see how this ex-NFL player took his passion for his community and turned it into real action. Check out episode 49 “Boots on the Ground” and please like and share.

Our country is in a state of protest due to the unjust killing of George Floyd at the hands of a Minnesota police officer. There are protests and demonstrations in cities across America with no end in sight. This week we discussed this national unrest and examined why people are taking to the streets with activist and senior advisor to the chair of the Deomcratic National Committee, Waikinya Clanton. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hippolitics/support

This week Hip-Politics podcast sat down with Rep. Charles Booker of Kentucky's House of Representatives, and current candidate for U.S. Senate in Kentucky. Rep. Booker is running to unseat Senate majority leader Mitch McConnell and is in an intense primary race against Amy McGrath, his main challenger for the democratic nomination. We chopped it up with Charles on why he got into politics, why Kentucky keeps sending “Moscow Mitch” to the Senate, how his campaign is adjusting to the reality of the Covid-19 crisis, and of course we get his Top 5 Dead or Alive MCs. Another great conversation. Be sure to comment, share and like the episode. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hippolitics/support

Check out episode 44 of the Hip-Politics Podcast where we break down Joe Biden's comments on the Breakfast Club, former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick being released from jail due to Covid-19, and the cultural impact of the Verzuz instagram battle. Like, comment, and subscribe on Youtube and download the episode on all podcast platforms.

From Howard 2 Hollywood. This episode's guest turned hosting college parties at Howard University into a career as one of the top DJ's in the world. International Dj and music artist Jae Murphy chopped it up with the Hip-Politics Podcast. Jae talked about his rise from intern at a local DC radio station to his residency in one of LA's hottest nightclubs to Djing around the world for Jason Derulo. Jae shares some never heard before stories and breaks down his top 5 DJs and #Top5 Hip-Hop artists of all time. People always say “my life is a movie”, but in Jae's case his life is a big budget IMAX feature film. Enjoy this conversation and be sure to download and subscribe to the Hip-Politics Podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hippolitics/support

From Howard 2 Hollywood. This episode’s guest turned hosting college parties at Howard University into a career as one of the top DJ’s in the world. International Dj and music artist Jae Murphy chopped it up with the Hip-Politics Podcast. Jae talked about his rise from intern at a local DC radio station to his residency in one of LA’s hottest nightclubs to Djing around the world for Jason Derulo. Jae shares some never heard before stories and breaks down his top 5 DJs and #Top5 Hip-Hop artists of all time. People always say “my life is a movie”, but in Jae’s case his life is a big budget IMAX feature film. Enjoy this conversation and be sure to download and subscribe to the Hip-Politics Podcast.

Epi. 42 “Managing a Presidential Campaign” w/ Abdul Henderson Ever wonder what it's like to help a billionaire run for president? In this episode we sat down with Abdul Henderson, the deputy Campaign for Tom Steyer's 2020 presidential campaign. Abdul is a Marine that turned a surprise speech on Capitol Hinto a role in the biggest documentary of all-time Fahrenheit 9/11. Abdul tells the story of how a kid from Los Angeles took his protest of the Iraq war and crafted a career that has taken him to the heights of national politics. Tune in and follow the Hip-Politics Podcast. Share with your friends. Be sure to check out limited edition Hip-Politics gear at www.HipPoliticsPodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hippolitics/support

Ever wonder what it's like to help a billionaire run for president? In this episode we sat down with Abdul Henderson, the deputy Campaign for Tom Steyer’s 2020 presidential campaign. Abdul is a Marine that turned a surprise speech on capitol hill into a role in the biggest documentary of all-time Fahrenheit 9/11. Abdul tells the story of how a kid from Los Angeles took his protest of the Iraq war and crafted a career that has taken him to the heights of politics. Tune in and follow the Hip-Politics Podcast. Share with your friends. Be sure to check out limited edition Hip-Politics gear at www.HipPoliticsPodcast.com

You hear a lot of inside stories after a decade of political reporting in the nation's capital. Episode 41 of the Hip-Politics Podcast features veteran political reporter Darren Sands. This week's guest has covered some of the biggest political stories of the last several years for Buzzfeed News. Darren shares his journey into journalism and the challenges he faced as one the few senior Black reporters in DC politics. This was our last in studio interview before the quarantine. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hippolitics/support

You hear a lot of inside stories after a decade of political reporting in the nation’s capital. Episode 41 of the Hip-Politics Podcast features veteran political reporter Darren Sands. This week’s guest has covered some of the biggest political stories of the last several years for Buzzfeed News. Darren shares his journey into journalism and the challenges he faced as one the few senior Black reporters in DC politics. This was our last in-studio interview before the quarantine.

Episode 40 South Carolina 2 Senate Blue w/ US Senate Candidate Jaime Harrison No state in America has ever had two Black Senators at the same time. This fall, our podcast guest is looking to break that barrier and make history. The Hip-Politics Podcast sat down with Jaime Harrison, the Democratic candidate for U.S. Sensate for South Carolina. Facing off against the very famous Senator Lindsey Graham in one of the most high profile races this election cycle, Jaime has become a lightning rod for Democrats across the country. We discussed Jaime's very humble beginnings from extreme poverty to an ivy league education to becoming the first Black floor director in the House of Representatives. This interview was personal for hosts Cam & Mike, as they have both worked with Jaime during their tenures in Congress. Jaime talks about how he has adjusted his campaign amidst the corona crisis and gives his top 5 favorite Hip-Hop artists of all time. Tune in for another great conversation behind the curtain of national politics. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hippolitics/support

No state in America has ever had two Black Senators at the same time. This fall, our podcast guest is looking to break that barrier and make history. The Hip-Politics Podcast sat down with Jaime Harrison, the Democratic candidate for U.S. Sensate for South Carolina. Facing off against the very famous Senator Lindsey Graham in one of the most high profile races this election cycle, Jaime has become a lightning rod for Democrats across the country. We discussed Jaime's very humble beginnings from extreme poverty to an ivy league education to becoming the first Black floor director in the House of Representatives. This interview was personal for hosts Cam & Mike, as they have both worked with Jaime during their tenures in Congress. Jaime talks about how he has adjusted his campaign amidst the corona crisis and gives his top 5 favorite Hip-Hop artists of all time. Tune in for another great conversation behind the curtain of national politics.

When music royalty has joined the podcast this week! TJ Jackson, global r&b star and member of the infamous Jackson family (Tito is his daddy) sat down Hip-Politics Podcast hosts Cameron Calvin and Mike McQuerry as he releases his new EP “Obsession” TJ discusses his journey thru music from his time with his uncle Michael, to he & his brothers rise as the global sensation boy band 3T, to his time as custodian of Michael Jackson’s children, to his new adventure as an independent musician. TJ even shares some never before stories about his life and growing up under the spotlight of the Jackson family. Cameron & Mike are both huge Jackson fans and the energy of the interview shows it. Listen on all platforms or tune in Thursdays to watch the full episode on Youtube.

The Coronavirus pandemic has the world in lockdown mode. With millions in America being told to stay home and practice social distancing, people are understandably scared and confused. The Hip-Politics Podcast looks to help get to the truth about this outbreak and what you can do to stay safe. We had a conversation with Dr. Tiffany Turner, one of the physician partners of RoweDocs, a popular telemedicine network of Doctors around the country that treats patients through a virtual portal. Dr. Turner gives us some do’s and don'ts during this lockdown, some insight on how the hospitals and healthcare system are holding up under this pressure, and what you should do if you have symptoms of COVID-19. Get in contact with a doctor via virtual check-up at www.RoweDocs.com or call 888-258-3734

EMERGENCY PODCAST ALERT !!! - With Corona Virus the global pandemic being the only thing anyone is talking about or concerned with the @HipPoliticsPodcast wanted to make sure we brought our listeners accurate information and help to dispel some of the myths that are floating around. On this live podcast we break down the Corona Virus outbreak with noted Epidemiologist Dr. Adana Llanos of Rutgers University.

4 guests in one episode !!!!! The Hip-Politics Podcast partnered with America Votes Partner Diversity Coalition (PDC) for a live audience podcast taping at the America Votes State Summit 2020. This candid conversation featured people of color who lead organizations that are imperative to the success of the progressive movement as it pertains to power building, training, and electoral/issues campaigns. We spoke with Rahna Epting - Executive Director of Move On, Chris Melody Fields Executive Director of Ballot Initiative Strategy Center, Justin Myers - CEO of For Our Future & For Our Future Action Fund & Karundi Williams - Executive Director, re:power

This week's episode we went to Nevada for the 9th Democratic presidential debate of the 2020 election season. Nevada is the second caucus contest of the election season. We sat down with a Nevada political insider, Yindra Dixon to understand the caucus process and why Nevada voters are so important.

This was another whirlwind week in the world of politics and Hip-Hop and we talk about it all. Trump was officially acquitted by the US Senate, so it feels like impeachment was flop. Meanwhile the Iowa caucus had cheap app meltdown and the results took days to be verified. Yet we ended the week on a high note when Lil Wayne dropped his long anticipated 'FUNERAL' album. Enjoy the episode and tell your friends.

Before we had Superman, Wonder Woman, Captain Marvel, the Flash or even the Avengers America had a real-life superhero that rescued hundreds of people from death and slavery and inspired countless others to do their part. Harriet Tubman is an American icon that is talked about in every history book in this country. Until now, her life story had not been captured for the big screen. Acclaimed director, and this week’s guest, Kasi Lemmons decided to tackle this weighty responsibility and bring one of the patron saints of African-American history and culture to the silver screen. Not only was the movie great, it even garnered a Best Actress nomination for Cynthia Erivo, the actress that portrayed Harriet. This week’s episode is a bit different in set-up. I will explain at the beginning. We do get to chop it up with Kasi and get into some of her motivation and inspiration for bringing such a pivotal story to the screen. Subscribe and share the podcast ay @HipPoliticsPodcast on Instagram and @ HipPoliticsPod on twitter. Please follow hosts Cameron Calvin Trimble (@MrCameronCalvin) & Michael McQuerry (@DcNupe90) on twitter and Instagram.

How do you like your Black? We like ours straight up, no chaser. That is the energy this week’s guest carries with him 24/7 ! For episode 29 of the Hip-Politics Podcast, we sat down with a talented marketing mind, a national political organizer, and a DC local celebrity of sorts, Mr. Cirlio Manego III. Cirilo brings years of experience organizing political and social justice movements around the country. He currently serves as the Chief Advocacy and Strategic Partnerships Officer of Black With No Chaser Inc. This innovative media company focuses on bringing you the news and telling culturally relevant stories from an authentic Black lens. We discuss the media landscape and the portrayal of the Black community, debate presidential candidate agendas, and of course, we force Cirilo to narrow down his #Top5DeadOrAlive Subscribe and share the podcast and please follow cohosts Cameron Calvin Trimble (@MrCameronCalvin) & Michael McQuerry (DcNupe90) on twitter and Instagram

This week we got deep deep with veteran political organizer and co-founder of the most influential Black political action committee, Stefanie Brown James. Stefanie is the VP of Organizing and Training for Emily’s List and the cofounder of The Collective PAC. Stefanie has been leading national movements since she was teenager with experiences in the national commentator on THIS WEEK on ABC, NAACP, Obama 2012 campaign, Brown Girls LEAD, former Howard University Trustee, and so much more. We dive into her journey and discuss ways to mobilize the political power of the Black community. Listen and share. Episode 28 “How Do We Build Black Political Power?”- Hip-Politics Podcast hosted by Cameron Calvin Trimble @MrCameronCalvin & Michael McQuerry @DCNupe90

We are back with another great episode. This week we sat down with the congressional representative from the U.S. Virgin Islands, Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett. We discussed her inspirational professional journey from a striving student to the congressional representative for the US territory of the Virgin Islands. She discusses her long history in public service, the support the Virgin Islands needs from the mainland, and of course, she gives her top 5 Hip-Hop artists. Check out this cool conversation and hear the Congresswoman in a new light, unlike any interview she has done before. Subscribe to the Hip-Politics Podcast >> “Politics and Culture for the Hip-Hop Generation”

Season 2 of the Hip-Politics podcast is finally here! We kicked off this season of political debates and interviews with a certified triple OG Legend of Hip-Hop. This man created a sound and musical identify for a whole region! We had the honor of talking with super producer, artist, and DJ Mannie Fresh. . . Mannie is best known for being the in-house producer for Cash Money Records and the mastermind what created the classic songs “Back That Ass Up” , “Go DJ”, “Still FLy” and so many more. The ever youthful Mannie Fresh is also a global superstar DJ. We talked about how he got into music, some of his inspirations, where he thinks Hip-Hop is going today and he shares never before heard stories. Tune in and subscribe! @hippoliticspodcast @mrcameroncalvin @dcnupe90

Coming live and direct from the rooftop of the Donovan Hotel in downtown Washington D.C. the Hip-Politics podcast welcomed a Houston legend and a Hip-Hop artist with one of the most distinct voices in the game, Trae Tha Truth. Trae was an honoree at the inaugural Hip-Politics Awards Reception during the 2019 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference. We talked about Trae’s new album “Exhale” which is his first record that has no features. We also dive into Trae’s extensive work in the community through his Angel By Nature charity and his #ReliefGang efforts where he provides on the ground support, rides, assistance and supplies to those displaced by the massive floods caused by hurricanes and tropical storms that have hit not only Texas but states throughout the South in recent years. This is an enlightening discussion with one of the most respected artists in the rap game. Check it out.

We recap the inaugural Hip-Politics Award Reception during the 2019 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's annual legislative conference.... better known as the Black Politics All-Star Weekend.

This week we sit down with one of the most influential Black political fundraisers and the former Congressional Black Caucus PAC Executive Director, Ben Branch. We discuss his journey from a small country town in Virginia to becoming the youngest ever Executive Director of one of the most influential PACs in politics. As the 2019 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's Annual Legislative Conference aka CBC Week kicks off, we talk with Ben about the importance of ALC and explore how he became one of the architects of the best annual political party in Washington D.C. Enjoy this insightful conversation with a man whose moves behind the scenes to make so many things run for some of the biggest politicians in our country.

For episode 21 we took the show on the road. We recorded live from Miami at the National Association of Black Journalists National Convention. It is the Superbowl weekend of Black media, journalists, and faces behind and in front of the camera. We took the opportunity to talk to one of the most tapped in brothers in the national political scene right now. We sat down and dived into the career of Brandon Gassaway, the current National Press Secretary for the Democratic National Committee. He leads on press and media relations for the national Democratic Party. Brandon and co-host Cameron trimble explore his journey, his displacement from his native New Orleans post Katrina, to his tips for navigating the halls of power in the nation’s capital. We discussed the assault on the right to vote, and how Hip-Hop can turn the tide in 2020. Of course we also get his #TOP5 in the books .Listen up, subscribe, and share the podcast.

Hip-Politics Podcast - Epi. 20: Conspiracy Theorist-in-Chief In this week’s conversation, co-hosts Cameron Calvin & Mayor Mike touch on Mayor Pete Buttigieg declaring that systematic racism is White problem, the hard but not impossible path to flipping the U.S. Senate for Democrats, President Trump using Twitter to promote conspiracy theories, reflections on the DC Political Insiders presidential debate watch parties and the NCAA’s new “Rich Paul Rule.” We are back with more political banter, Hip-Hop commentary, and informed spicy takes on today’s political and Hip-Hop news. Tune in! Subscribe! Share and comment.

This week we sit down with the founder of BEAT Global, James Kim. BEAT stands for: Bridging Education & Art Together. They area New York city based organization that is using beatboxing and b-boying to empower our youth and communities through creative expression We talk about his history in hip-hop and how James has brought some of the most legendary bboys, beatboxers and breakdancers all around the world and back to uplift various youth, and bring together communities across the globe.

We are back with "The Appearance of Authenticity" another insightful episode of the Hip-Politics Podcast with your co-hosts DC political insiders: Cameron Trimble & Michael McQuerry. We dive into the inner workings of the digital campaign war with former Obama White House associate director David Hudson. We explored the strategy and uncovered the big money being spent on social media campaigning by and for Trump. David discusses how the Hip-Hop community and other influencers can counteract the million$ being spent online for targeted social media and digital ads to get Trump re-elected. We also touch on our love for Megan Thee Stallion and her "Hot Girl Summer" Tune in and follow us instagram, twitter and youtube @HipPoliticsPodcast @HipPoliticsNews

What are Black millennials saying about the 2020 race? Is Joe Biden to old and out of touch? Does mayor Pete know my struggle? Senator Amy who? Is Kamala Harris still the feds? We ask these questions and more as we dive deep with Maya J Boddie, the senior political reporter for the leading Black millennial media outlet, Blavity. And of course we got Maya on record with her top 5 dead or alive.

In episode 14, we dive into the historic congressional hearings on reparations. Will this mean anything or is this the start of a process that is going lead to Black folks getting a check. We also celebrate and explore hip hop legend, Scarface aka Brad Jordan, and his run for city council in Houston.

We sat down with the Maryland Democratic Party Communication Director Arinze Ifekauche to talk 2020 cycle and what candidates need to do to match the authentic energy of the electorate. We also get into a heated debate over which Outkast album was the best and most important. This week's conversation and guest was so good, we gave you an extra 30 minutes!

We titled this weeks episode after the seminal album by one of the most legendary groups in Hip Hop - The Geto Boys. We discuss the farewell tour of the Southern Hip Hop pioneers 'The Geto Boys' along with diving into the proposed legalization of recreational marijuana in Washington DC. We give our 2020 presidential election update and review Logic's new album and collaboration with Will Smith. #LevelUp

Hip-Politics podcast is back with a special guest, veteran millennial political strategist and top political advisor - Waikinya Clanton. Waikinya is the newly appointed senior advisor to the chair of the Democratic National Committee (DNC). We explore how the Democratic party is defining and spreading their message in the age of Trump. Wakinya also discusses how the Hip Hop community can engage with the political process and she even gives her top 5. We honor the life and legacy of the 1st Hip Hop Hollywood director, John Singleton.

This week we discuss: High drama in the 1ST 100 days of Congress.... The world stopped for the NIPSEY HUSSLE Memorial We finally agree on something... the 2020 Democratic SLEEPER PICK And guess what???? >>>>> ANDERSON .PAAK ALBUM IS FIYYYAAAHHH!!!!!

Episode 8 of Hip-Politics podcast. We discuss the life, impact, and tragic passing of Grammy Nominated Hip-Hop artist Nipsey Hussle. We also discuss if 2020 presidential candidates were pandering to Black folks and Al Sharpton at the 2019 National Action Network (NAN) Conference.