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Recording together for the first time in 27 years, Daddy O and Bobby Simmons from the legendary Hip Hop band #Stetsasonic stopped by Renegade Culture Podcast for a special LIVE edition and world premier of their new video "Now y'all giving up love". Joined by Special Guest co-host Brother J from #XClan this episode is one for the books... Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producers- David "Minister Server" Tavares and Jai Brown. Cover Art Provided by Mae B. *Episode 122 Produced by Mae B. | Intro Music by King Dakarai ...As always, parental discretion is advised... Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
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Malcolm X called him, "the Most Impressive Black Man ever to walk the African Continent". Today, On what would have been the 96th Birthday of Patrice Lumumba, we are joined by Maurice Carney, co-founder and executive director of Friends of the Congo. In this episode we discuss the life and brutal assassination of 36 year old Lumumba, the US and Belgium's role in the genocide that has lasted over a half century and has cost the loss of over 6 million people and the role of Africom and Barack Obama's involvement. This is a very important episode that should be shared with your family, friends and loved ones. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producers- David "Minister Server" Tavares and Jai Brown. Cover Art Provided by Mae B. ...As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on BLACK POWER MEDIA on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On the latest episode, Kamau rejoins the Renegades to discuss the born-again liberal love for the police, as Samaria Rice defends the legacy of Tamir against Shaun King and others; Derek Chauvin gets sentenced today; Blue on Blue Crime as Black undercover cop gets beat up by one of his own and how Lin-Manuel Miranda disappears Black Latino's from Washington Heights in his newest movie. Musical guests included- Question Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producers- David "Minister Server" Tavares and Jai Brown. Cover Art Provided by Mae B. ...As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on BLACK POWER MEDIA on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On the latest episodes Kalonji is joined by special guest co-host Dr. Jared Ball, while the rest of the Renegades are still on the road. Marcus Kline Co-founder and Director of Freedom Home Academy Int., is our guest. On this extra HEAVY special edition, the trio raps about everything from the connection between the Chicago Mob and electoral politics and Marcus' Afrikan Centered School. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producers- David "Minister Server" Tavares and Jai Brown. Cover Art Provided by Mae B. *Episode 118 Produced by Mae B. | Intro Music by King Dakarai ...As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on BLACK POWER MEDIA on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga Join the BPM channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCC6o... Follow BPM: WEBSITE - https://www.blackpowermedia.org/ TWITTER - https://twitter.com/BlackPowerMedi1 INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/black.power... FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/Blackpowermedia
On this episode Kalonji Changa holds it down for the other Renegades while they are on the road. Joined by special guest Balogun Ojetade, the two chop it up about Afrikan Martial Arts, Urban Survival and Preparedness and Afrikan Spirituality. Another powerful episode recommended for study. Balogun is an author, Master Instructor and Technical Director of the Afrikan Martial Arts Institute, (which has branches in the United States, England and Ghana, West Afrika) and he is Co-Chair of the Urban Survival Preparedness Institute. Balogun is also a co-founder of the Siafu Movement and a co-ordinator in the FTP Movement. * Music Videos in this episode: "Forward Motion"-Diaspora Blac feat Wise Intelligent https://youtu.be/BZ6mjt3n8jI "Wrath of Siafu"-FTP Movement https://youtu.be/2bVl6lHvupY Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producers- David "Minister Server" Tavares and Jai Brown. Cover Art Provided by Mae B. *Episode 117 Produced by Mae B. | Intro Music by King Dakarai ...As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on BLACK POWER MEDIA on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga #AfrikanMartialArts #UrbanSurvivalPreparedness #BalogunOjetade
On this exclusive episode the Renegades chop it up about the monumental groundbreaking of the Universal Hip Hop Museum. We are joined by Rocky Bucano, Executive Director of UHHM, Paradise Gray, who serves as Chief Curator and X Clan member along with Pete Nice, Co-curator and member of Hip Hop group 3rd Base. The guests rap with the Renegades about the museum and the history of the Hip Hop culture going back to the 1970's. Our own Minister Server (who also serves on the Education Committee for the Universal Hip Hop Museum) fills in as co-host for this historic episode. Musical guest: Rehaset Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producers- David "Minister Server" Tavares and Jai Brown. Cover Art Provided by Mae B. ...As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on BLACK POWER MEDIA on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On the latest episode, the Renegades chop it about Obama's "My Brother's Keeper" addressing George Floyd, Kwame Brown's clap backs and international artists speaking out against the Israeli genocide practices against the Palestinians. Musical guests included- Theresa Tha Songbird and Joe Stu. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producers- David "Minister Server" Tavares and Jai Brown. Cover Art Provided by Mae B. ...As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on BLACK POWER MEDIA on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On this episode the Renegades are joined by fellow BPM (BLACK POWER MEDIA) Comrade, Jared Ball to rap about Malcolm and the impact of Hip Hop and Spike Lee's movie.
On this episode the Renegades are joined by their Black Power Media (BPM) comrades Dr. Iyelli Ichile and Tierney Sheree in a Cypher on Revolution around how a revolutionary organized people operate. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producers- David "Minister Server" Tavares and Jai Brown. Cover Art Provided by Mae B. *Episode 113 Produced by Mae B. | Intro Music by King Dakarai ...As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on BLACK POWER MEDIA on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
Legendary Revolutionary Activist Mukasa Dada (Willie Ricks) a leading member of the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) who started the call for "Black Power" talks to the crew about the radical history of SNCC organizing, starting the Black Panther Party in Lowndes County, and not turning the other cheek. Music Guest; Redd Fidel Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producers- David "Minister Server" Tavares and Jai Brown. *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on BLACK POWER MEDIA on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
Activist/Sportscaster Joshua McCoy joins the Renegades to chat about professional and college athletes roles and responsibilities around social justice issues. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producers- David "Minister Server" Tavares and Jai Brown. *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on BLACK POWER MEDIA on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
In a stripped down version Kalonji and Kamau reflect with long-time organizer Hiram Rivera who has been active in political prisoner, New Afrikan Independence, and Puerto Rican Independence Movements on what it means to be the in-between generation who worked with veteran Panthers and now with millennials, how movement structures have shifted and changed and is it moving the idea of "liberation" forward. Rivera also gives an update on the new moves to make Puerto Rico a permanent colony. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producers- David "Minister Server" Tavares and Jai Brown. *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on BLACK POWER MEDIA on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Jared Ball, Jacquie and Baba L'uqman to dig deep into the corporate-led Black movement. From Jessie to Al to now, how Black organizers and organizations get paid while nothing changes for the masses. Also, has identity taken over from ideology. Special musical guest Rogue Dynamo. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producers- David "Minister Server" Tavares and Jai Brown. *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on BLACK POWER MEDIA on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On this episode, our three-year anniversary, the Renegades talk about the trial of Derek Chauvin and how the defense is putting George Floyd on trial and the "system" of policing will remain the same conviction or not. How performative activism destroys movements as it builds celebrity and well-paid activists. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producers- David "Minister Server" Tavares and Jai Brown. *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on BLACK POWER MEDIA on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On this episode we are joined by Azadeh Zohrabi, Director of Berkeley Underground Scholars on the Building of a Prison-to-University pipeline through recruitment, retention and advocacy. Zohrabi, who is an attorney an organizer also breaks down the deplorable conditions and cruel practices within the California prison system. We are also joined by musical guest Nia Waq'iah as we discuss her life and her role as an artist and cultural worker. Special Guest Co-host Taj Anwar joins the Renegades in Kamau's absence. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producers- David "Minister Server" Tavares and Jai Brown. *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on BLACK POWER MEDIA on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
We speak to the legendary singer and dancer Sandra Iszadore who introduced Fela Kuti to the ideas of Black Consciousness that became the beat and politics for a generation of Africans. Iszadore talks about the Nigerian government's attempt to destroy the Afrobeat movement because of its challenges to government corruption. We also rap with spoken word artist XPJ7guest about the art of poetry. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producer- David "Minister Server" Tavares and Jai Brown. *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on BLACK POWER MEDIA on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On the latest episode, we speak with Dr. Iyelli Ichile on the varied "roles" Black/Afrikan women have had in creating and maintaining community and fighting for liberation. From poising slave masters to using mothering instincts/strategies Dr. Ichile explores a women-centered Black resistance. We also rap with music guest "The Reminders" about their music, relationship and activism. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producer- David "Minister Server" Tavares and Jai Brown. *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on BLACK POWER MEDIA on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On the latest episode we rap with Marcus Kline, co-founder of Freedom Home Academy around the importance of an Afrikan centered education, Political Education and the forming of Ade Medical Clinic. We also rap with Marcus Coleman about the reopening of the #kendrickjohnson case. Marcus serves as the family spokesperson. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producer- David "Minister Server" Tavares and Jai Brown. *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on BLACK POWER MEDIA on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On this episode we are joined by activist-filmmaker and performance artist, K’Sisay Sadiki . K’Sisay is the daughter of Black Panther, Pamela Hanna and longtime Political Prisoner Kamau Sadiki. K'Sisay speaks about growing up a Panther cub, women in the movement, her father's case and current status. We are also joined by Activist-Attorney Mawuli Davis. Mawuli is former Atlanta co-chair of National Coalition of Blacks for Reparations in America (N’COBRA). He works on behalf of Activists and everyday people who's human and civil rights have been violated. Attorney Mawuli Davis speaks about activism, the current climate and his new book, "We Need You" Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producer- David "Minister Server" Tavares *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on BLACK POWER MEDIA on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On this episode of Renegade Culture, Chairman Fred Hampton, Jr. joins us to talk about the struggle to make sure the movie "Judas and the Black Messiah" represented his father Chairman Fred Hampton and did not redeem the infiltrator William O'Neil. Also, Dr. Mutulu Shakur's son Talib Shakur, Iras Levi and Mutulu's former cellmate Gotti joins us to discuss Mutulu's ongoing legacy, his health, and the story of Talib finding out only four years ago that Mutulu was his father. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producer- David "Minister Server" Tavares *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on BLACK POWER MEDIA on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On the 100th episode of Renegade Culture Jalil Muntaqim former political prisoner and veteran Black Panther Party Member gives his first podcast interview since his release. He talks about joining the Panther Party, the role of the Black underground, his 49 years in prison and where the Black Movement is today. Musical Guest: Ken the Misfit Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producer- David "Minister Server" Tavares *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
Dr. Mamyrah Prosper, Haitian historian, and activist joins Renegade Culture to explain the current unrest, the role of Haiti's misleadership class, and the ongoing US dominance and anger over Haiti's historical defeat of the racial capitalist world order. Musical Guest: Dead Prez DJ and Emcee Mike Flo talks about his latest musical project with Lex Boogie from the Bronx Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producer- David "Minister Server" Tavares *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
The Renegade Crew is joined by "The Last Dope Intellectual" Dr. Charisse Burden-Stelly who breaks down Racial Capitalism, why socialism is the answer and then proceeds to eviscerate the Black elite for supporting liberal politics and US hegemony. Musical Guest: Blu is Free stops thru for a live performance. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producer- David "Minister Server" Tavares *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
Hip-Hop historian, journalist and writer Davey D joins us to discuss the roots of Kamal Harris' political career in Oakland; California's Hollyweird obsession and what we can and cannot expect from Hip-Hop artists in the political arena. Musical Guest: Speech from Arrested Development joins us to talk about his new album, the relief of having "the orange man" Trump out of office and the new supergroup being formed with himself Chuck D, and Daddy O from Stetsonic. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producer- David "Minister Server" Tavares *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
New York State Assemblyman and Revolutionary Elected Official Charles Barron joins us to talk about how we can use an elected office as a revolutionary platform and how Black liberals have lined up against him. Also, Tierney "Afrikan Esquire TV" Sheree talks about her work creating a radical organization "We Charge Colonialism" and their platform to challenge white supremacy. Musical Guest: John Robinson of international Hip Hop group Scienz of Life Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producer- David "Minister Server" Tavares *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On this episode, the Renegades weigh in on Trump's hooligans and their right-wing assault on the US Capitol. We were also joined by Mike Africa Jr., who's film "40 Years a Prisoner" is currently being shown on HBO. The film highlights the August 8, 1978 Philadelphia Police assault and kidnapping of members of the MOVE Organization and how his parents and 7 others served over 40 years as political prisoners. We were also joined by producer Anthony R. Page and actresses Laketa Renee and Robin Antoinette from the new independent film "Mommas". Mommas is a drama centered around 4 mother's who's children were murdered by police and their decision to take justice in their own hands. Musical Guest: Def Poet Abyss Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producer- David "Minister Server" Tavares *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Renegade Culture is recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
Chuck "Jigsaw" Creekmur, co-founder and co-ceo of Allhiphop.com joined the Renegade Culture Crew to talk Hip Hop and politics. We chatted about everything from pioneering internet Hip Hop journalism, VLAD TV, Top 5 most inspirational Hip Hop artists and more. The Renegades were also joined by special guest Dj Rasyrious as she blessed the podcast with a few classic blends. This episode is dedicated to John "Ecstacy" Fletcher, Adolfo "Shabba Doo" Quiñones Joe Clark and MF Doom... *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Pandora, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media.
Mausiki Scales, composer, band leader, keyboardist and historian joins us to talk about everything from Fela Kuti to Afrikan Spirituality. Mausiki also talks about his new musical project "West West Africa". Special Guest Musical performance by Hip Hop artist Sir Gandi *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Amazon, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producer- David "Minister Server" Tavares Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
Felipe Luciano joins the Renegades for a whirlwind discussion on how his gang and prison history politicized him and ultimately led to him becoming co-founder of the Young Lords Party and joining the Last Poets. He describes the Young Lords as an Armed Socialist Revolutionary Force. Felipe talks about understanding his Blackness as a Puerto Rican and how his relationship with Jamil Al-Amin (H. Rap Brown) moved him toward his revolutionary life and what it all means for today's organizers. Guest performance by Yamin Semali *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Soundcloud, Apple, Amazon, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producer David "Minister Server" Tavares Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
The Renegade Crew talks about the new documentary the Un-American Dilemma: The Question of Black Loyalty in the 2020 Election” with organizer and filmmaker Omowale Afrika. We explore how Black liberal leadership checks Black ambition and self-determination movements Special musical guest jazz artist extraordinaire Tiffany Goode. *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producer- David "Minister Server" Tavares Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
Kalonji Returns to Renegade Culture after battling Covid. The crew debates future Covid vaccination; what Thankstaking means to the oppressed; with David Dinkins death a look at the '90s in New York, and 14 years after the killing of Sean Bell by the NYPD how state violence criminalizes all of us. Special musical guest "Ishues" Hip-Hop History Minute by Minister Server *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producer- David "Minister Server" Tavares Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
With "moderate" President-Elect Joe Biden set to take over the reins of the US global empire we ask our guests what this means for US and European world dominance, the use of Africom to control Africa, and the safety of billions of people and the planet. Our guest Ajamu Baraka and Kali Akuno lead a great discussion on the issue and the role of the left in challenging this hegemony. Minister Server joins as co-host, Kalonji's ten-speed bicycle got a flat on the highway, he did not make it. *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producer- David "Minister Server" Tavares Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
With Joe Biden on the verge of being the next President, there is Black joy amongst the Black liberal elite. Will this translate into a real agenda for the Black masses or just jobs for Black democrat leaders. Our guest Zakiya Sankara-Jabar, Jared Ball, and Diallo Kenyatta break down what this election means and doesn’t mean for Black material gain. A great discussion. Minister Server joins as co-host, Kalonji could not get his laundry done on time. Guest performance by King Malachi *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producer- David "Minister Server" Tavares Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
What happens when radical journalist(s) and freedom fighting voter advocates debate a conservative Trump supporter. We are joined by journalist-activist Anoa Changa and Ben Dixon, Black Voters Matter Legal Director April Albright, and Trump-supporting conservative radio host Shelley Wynter to discuss what the Presidential election means for Black People. It's a wild ride. Guest performance by Def Poet Tommy Bottoms Hip Hopstory courtesy of Minister Server *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Associate Producer- David "Minister Server" Tavares Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On this episode of Renegade Culture, journalist, writer, and social media influencer Torraine Walker joins us to discuss how liberal elite social media voices are setting up Black men to take the fall if Trump wins. We will also raise the controversial question of whether Black men are being isolated in non-profit social justice movements. Guest musical performance by Beloved Daud *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify, and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
Sa-Roc joined the Renegade Culture crew to discuss her soon to be classic project "The Sharecropper’s Daughter". The Sharecropper's Daughter boasts an all-star cast of guest appearances, which include Saul Williams, Styles P, Ledisi, Chronixx, and Black Thought. We also dabbled into politics and Hip Hop culture during the Covid pandemic and a few hot bars that she shared with the audience. In the WTF segment we chat about Ice Cube's political demands, Kanye believing fake news about him leading the polls in Kentucky and more... We are also joined by Ras Kofi the farmer who chopped it up about his uncle, freedom fighter Walter Rodney. Ras Kofi who is also a renowned reggae artist blessed us with some much needed rebel music. Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On this episode, the Renegades weigh in on the murder of Jonathan Price by police in Texas, the Vice Presidential debate and Megan thee Stallion's Saturday Night Live performance. On the "what the fuck" segment we rap about the governor of Puerto Rico endorsing Trump and Tory Lanez being charged with assault in the shooting of Megan Thee Stallion. Guest performance by Lady Krow from the FunkLordz Crew *As always, parental discretion is advised... Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On the latest episode of Renegade Culture Podcast...We are joined by Rod Starz from the revolutionary Hip Hop group Rebel Diaz. We chop it up about Politricks And Bullshit and how the people should respond. We are also joined by guest host, photo journalist Richard Shabazz in a discussion around community opportunists. Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On this HEAVY DUTY episode we are joined by Hip Hop Artist Boog Brown as she speaks on Breonna Taylor and the need for Black People to "Get on Code". We are also joined by Immigration Attorney Zoila Velasquez as we chat about the forced Hysterectomies that have been taking place at the Irwin Detention Center in Georgia. Hip Hop artist Neesha Nycee also joined for a brief talk around respect for women. A packed, informative show topped off with LIVE in studio performances by two of the dopest emcees in the game (who just happen to be women) Boog Brown and Nesha Nycee! Minister Server returns as guest host. Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On this episode we chop it up about Hip Hop vs Rap, rap's role in the disrespect and violence committed against Black Women, should we "cancel or whoop some ass" and the top 5 Women Mc's of all time. Guest include Minister Server from HipHop Ministries and Rabb Love from Guerrilla Republik. Parental Discretion is most DEFINITELY advised. Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
The Renegade Culture crew is joined by Dr. Adia McClellan Winfrey, Democratic nominee for Alabama’s 3rd Congressional District, about the upcoming Alabama and national election and her plans to continue her lifelong work of using hip-hop culture as a tool for political mobilization. During the "WTF" segment we chat about Trump being nominated for 2021 Noble Peace Prize, Chinese man lifted as Ghanaian Chief and the Colorado Springs school who called the police on a 7th grader with Nerf gun. Check it out and share. Salute to Minister Server Tavares for lining up the interview. *For more info on Dr. Winfrey's district and campaign contributions: https://www.winfrey4congress.com/meet-dr-dia Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
Another week and more killings of Black People by the police, we discuss solutions; Also what are the roots of crime and how do we handle it in our own community. What the f*ck segment, R. Kelley gets stomped in jail, Republican Congressman calls for killing Black protesters, and another white woman claims Blackness and the struggle, then exposes herself, can Shaun King be far behind.
The Renegades, discuss the latest attempt by the police to murder a Black man, Jacob Blake, this time in front of his children. A white militia is unofficially deputized by the Kenosha police leading to the murder of two protesters. Why today's athletes don't measure up to Muhammad Ali with their on again off again strike. And Victorious DeCosta producer of the new documentary "Yusef Hawkins: Storm Over Brooklyn" joins us to discuss the murder of Yusef Hawkins 31 years ago by a white mob in Bensonhurst Brooklyn and its ramifications for today. Musical guest Reality, creator of online series Atlanta's Ugly Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
on this episode we are joined by attorneys Tim Garner and Keyshawn Davis around the death of Kevil Wingo, a 36 year old father of three who died while in the custody of the Cobb County Jail (Georgia) as a result of a denial of treatment and medical neglect. We discuss how major public health care systems run the jail and prison medical infirmaries. The Renegades also chat about current politricks & bullsh*t, systemic racism, entertainment and more. Check out the video version on Playback TV on YouTube. Follow us on Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
In this episode, the Renegades discuss how Kamala "the Cop" Harris and Joe "the subtle racist" Biden means more of the same neo-liberal white supremacist politics. Also, Trump ain't sh*t, but neither were the rest of the Presidents when it comes to Black People and who got a problem with a WAP; Akon's Chinese Built Wakanda Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
In this episode, the Renegades walk through the history and importance of Black August, George Jackson, and Political Prisoners. We also rap about Herman Cain basically committing "suicide" for Donald Trump; Bill Clinton Tells Black People Who Our Leaders Should Be, John over Stokely, and how did Conscious Rappers Common and Talib get in trouble for alleged unconscious behavior. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
In this episode the Renegades weigh in on the disrespect of women of color from the political arena to all walks of life, including the recent assault on Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez by Congressman Ted Yoho and Georgia Governor Brian Kemp's effort to force Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance-Bottoms to shut up. We also rap about Biden, Trump, Fake Black Militants, Kanye West, the Nick Cannon debacle and more. Check us out and share! Minister Server from HipHop Ministries joined us as a guest co-host. Check out our new merch and archived episodes at Renegadeculture.org Check us out on Youtube, Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify and all social media outlets. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
In the spirit of the "Deacons for Defense", Nicki Daniels Jr., leader of the "Sleep is for the Rich Gun Club" from Shreveport, Lousianna joins us to discuss his decision to confront an armed white group that harassed and threatened unarmed Black protesters. Check out our new merch and archived episodes at Renegadeculture.org Follow us on Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
Baba Sekou Odinga is a veteran Black Panther Party member, Black Liberation Army member, Political Prisoner for 33 years, a defendant in the Panther 21 trial and member of the OAAU, speaks on joining the Panther Party, going "underground" and the "reformist nature" of the Black Lives Matter Movement. Sekou is also the father of the late Hip Hop artist Yafeu Akiyele Fula, better known by his stage name Yaki Kadafi, a founding member of Tupac Shakur's Outlawz and the group Dramacydal. Check out our new merch and archived episodes at Renegadeculture.org Follow us on Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
On the latest episode we are joined by Hip Hop group Ultra Beast (4ize and Senor Kaos). We rap about Natalie White aka "Joan Brown" who was accused of burning down the Wendy's after Atlanta Police murdered Rayshard Brooks. We also discuss the Aurora, Colorado police brutal torture and murder of Elijah McClain, the Vaccinations in Africa and more. Also, LIVE in-studio performances by Ultra Beast. Check out our new merch and archived episodes at Renegadeculture.org Follow us on Soundcloud, Apple, GooglePlay, Spotify and social media. Hosted by Kalonji Changa and Kamau Franklin Produced by Naka "The Ear Dr" Recorded at Playback Studios in the Historic West End of Atlanta, Ga
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