Hip-Hop Can Save America The Center for Hip-Hop Advocacy / Manny Faces Media

On this episode of "Hip Hop Can Save America," host Manny Faces sits down with Darrell Booker, Corporate Affairs Specialist, Racial Equity Tech Lead and head of the Nonprofit Tech Acceleration (NTA) for African American communities at Microsoft, to explore the transformative power of Hip Hop in education and the technology industry.
They delve into Microsoft's Responsible AI framework, which aims to address biases and promote diversity in AI projects, initiatives like Microsoft's TEALS program and workshops in collaboration with iconic organizations, such as the Harlem Globetrotters and The Hip Hop Museum, making a significant impact on diverse youth communities through STEAM education and coding using tools like Microsoft MakeCode and Minecraft Education Edition.
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Hip-Hop Can Save America! with Manny Faces is a Manny Faces Media production, in association with The Center for Hip-Hop Advocacy.
Links and resources:
SHOW WEBSITE: https://www.hiphopcansaveamerica.com
ON YOUTUBE: https://www.hiphopcansaveamerica.com/watch
MANNY FACES: https://www.mannyfaces.com
NEWSLETTER (free!): https://mannyfaces.substack.com
SUPPORT QUALITY INDIE HIP HOP JOURNALISM: https://www.patreon.com/mannyfaces
Manny Faces Media (podcast production company): https://www.mannyfacesmedia.com
The Center for Hip-Hop Advocacy: https://www.hiphopadvocacy.org
SPONSORS / FRIENDS:
The Mixtape Museum: https://www.mixtapemuseum.org
Hip-Hop Hacks: https://www.hiphophacks.com
Hip-Hop Can Save America! is produced, written, edited, smacked, flipped, rubbed down, and distributed by Manny Faces.
Eternal thanks to Consulting Producer, Sommer McCoy.

"The future of occupation is Hip Hop. There's gonna be more occupational science research that includes Hip Hop, the different elements of Hip Hop, the different ways that Hip Hop has inspired individuals to participate in different tasks, as well as the therapy aspect from the examples that I gave previously." -- Dr. Jian Jones
In this captivating episode of Hip Hop Can Save America!, host Manny Faces and guest Dr. Jian Jones delve into the innovative ways Hip Hop culture is reshaping the field of occupational therapy. Dr. Jones, an assistant professor at Florida A&M University, shares her groundbreaking approach to integrating Hip Hop themes into the occupational therapy curriculum.
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Hip-Hop Can Save America! with Manny Faces is a Manny Faces Media production, in association with The Center for Hip-Hop Advocacy.
Links and resources:
SHOW WEBSITE: https://www.hiphopcansaveamerica.com
ON YOUTUBE: https://www.hiphopcansaveamerica.com/watch
MANNY FACES: https://www.mannyfaces.com
NEWSLETTER (free!): https://mannyfaces.substack.com
SUPPORT QUALITY INDIE HIP HOP JOURNALISM: https://www.patreon.com/mannyfaces
Manny Faces Media (podcast production company): https://www.mannyfacesmedia.com
The Center for Hip-Hop Advocacy: https://www.hiphopadvocacy.org
SPONSORS / FRIENDS:
The Mixtape Museum: https://www.mixtapemuseum.org
Hip-Hop Hacks: https://www.hiphophacks.com
Hip-Hop Can Save America! is produced, written, edited, smacked, flipped, rubbed down, and distributed by Manny Faces.
Eternal thanks to Consulting Producer, Sommer McCoy.

In the wake of the Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake rap beef, opinions and hot takes have flooded in about the battle, including some from high-profile figures like Stevie Wonder and Rick Ross. In this video, I challenge one controversial opinion from the respected Hip Hop historian and musicologist, Questlove.
Is Hip Hop really "truly dead," or is Questlove's knee-jerk statement causing more harm than good to the culture he claims to care about?
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Hip-Hop Can Save America! with Manny Faces is a Manny Faces Media production, in association with The Center for Hip-Hop Advocacy.
Links and resources:
SHOW WEBSITE: https://www.hiphopcansaveamerica.com
ON YOUTUBE: https://www.hiphopcansaveamerica.com/watch
MANNY FACES: https://www.mannyfaces.com
NEWSLETTER (free!): https://mannyfaces.substack.com
SUPPORT QUALITY INDIE HIP HOP JOURNALISM: https://www.patreon.com/mannyfaces
Manny Faces Media (podcast production company): https://www.mannyfacesmedia.com
The Center for Hip-Hop Advocacy: https://www.hiphopadvocacy.org
SPONSORS / FRIENDS:
The Mixtape Museum: https://www.mixtapemuseum.org
Hip-Hop Hacks: https://www.hiphophacks.com
Hip-Hop Can Save America! is produced, written, edited, smacked, flipped, rubbed down, and distributed by Manny Faces.
Eternal thanks to Consulting Producer, Sommer McCoy.

"I’ve seen firsthand how Hip Hop can divert the youth from the streets to self-awareness and empowerment."
Meet Chosen Zulu King PRiZM, a seasoned Hip Hop Cultural Specialist & Youth Mentor with over 30 years of experience. His journey includes 25 years in motivational speaking, management, marketing, sales, training & development, community outreach, and youth mentorship. As the co-founder of Chosen Zulu and founder of Chosen Networks and Chosen Coaching and Consulting, PRiZM focuses on Hip Hop advocacy, youth mentoring, and young entrepreneur assistance.
Using tenets of Hip Hop culture to help bring out the best in individuals and families, PRiZM's mission is to help you be CHOSEN.
www.chosenhiphop.com
#youthempowerment #hiphop #culture #personaldevelopment
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Hip-Hop Can Save America! with Manny Faces is a Manny Faces Media production, in association with The Center for Hip-Hop Advocacy.
Links and resources:
SHOW WEBSITE: https://www.hiphopcansaveamerica.com
ON YOUTUBE: https://www.hiphopcansaveamerica.com/watch
MANNY FACES: https://www.mannyfaces.com
NEWSLETTER (free!): https://mannyfaces.substack.com
SUPPORT QUALITY INDIE HIP HOP JOURNALISM: https://www.patreon.com/mannyfaces
Manny Faces Media (podcast production company): https://www.mannyfacesmedia.com
The Center for Hip-Hop Advocacy: https://www.hiphopadvocacy.org
SPONSORS / FRIENDS:
The Mixtape Museum: https://www.mixtapemuseum.org
Hip-Hop Hacks: https://www.hiphophacks.com
Hip-Hop Can Save America! is produced, written, edited, smacked, flipped, rubbed down, and distributed by Manny Faces.
Eternal thanks to Consulting Producer, Sommer McCoy.

Many people long for more "balance" when it comes to the content of rap music being played on radio or is promoted on streaming and social media channels. Manny Faces suggests we shouldn't focus on the mainstream music business at all when it comes to finding ways to change what young people are being exposed to.
Realizing that while music is subjective, popular rap certainly doesn't represent the depth of Hip Hop's total social, cultural or creative ethos. However, calling attention to this distinction (as many do), making different music (as many do), or trying to fight for change within the music/radio/streaming businesses (as many do) -- while worthy and necessary work -- isn't where the real solution lies.
#hiphopmusic #hiphopradio #hiphopculture
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Hip-Hop Can Save America! with Manny Faces is a Manny Faces Media production, in association with The Center for Hip-Hop Advocacy.
Links and resources:
SHOW WEBSITE: https://www.hiphopcansaveamerica.com
ON YOUTUBE: https://www.hiphopcansaveamerica.com/watch
MANNY FACES: https://www.mannyfaces.com
NEWSLETTER (free!): https://mannyfaces.substack.com
SUPPORT QUALITY INDIE HIP HOP JOURNALISM: https://www.patreon.com/mannyfaces
Manny Faces Media (podcast production company): https://www.mannyfacesmedia.com
The Center for Hip-Hop Advocacy: https://www.hiphopadvocacy.org
SPONSORS / FRIENDS:
The Mixtape Museum: https://www.mixtapemuseum.org
Hip-Hop Hacks: https://www.hiphophacks.com
Hip-Hop Can Save America! is produced, written, edited, smacked, flipped, rubbed down, and distributed by Manny Faces.
Eternal thanks to Consulting Producer, Sommer McCoy.

On this episode we explore the intersection of Hip Hop and social change with Yogi "Y?" Guyadin (@whynotshowlove) on the latest episode of "Hip Hop Can Save America." Host Manny Faces engages with the Hip Hop ARTivist and educator on a range of topics, from the relevance of intergenerational wisdom in the art form to the innovative methods of teaching and community empowerment through art, music and Hip Hop culture. This insightful conversation sheds light on Yogi Guy's personal evolution and his commitment to using Hip Hop and other musical genres and artforms as vehicles for activism and education.
We learn about about Y?'s philosophy on learning and his non-hierarchical approach to teaching, which he calls "cypher pedagogy." The episode touches on his ability to merge passion with purpose, his experience in nurturing young talent in underserved communities, and the establishment of his company, Creative Expressions, which seeks to enhance the careers of fellow musicians, artists, and educators.
https://www.creativeexpressions.co
#hiphop #activism #podcast #artivism #cipherpedagogy #creativity #community #education #hiphopculture #independentartistry #innovation #intergenerational #reflection #selfmotivation #youthempowerment
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Hip-Hop Can Save America! with Manny Faces is a Manny Faces Media production, in association with The Center for Hip-Hop Advocacy.
Links and resources:
SHOW WEBSITE: https://www.hiphopcansaveamerica.com
ON YOUTUBE: https://www.hiphopcansaveamerica.com/watch
MANNY FACES: https://www.mannyfaces.com
NEWSLETTER (free!): https://mannyfaces.substack.com
SUPPORT QUALITY INDIE HIP HOP JOURNALISM: https://www.patreon.com/mannyfaces
Manny Faces Media (podcast production company): https://www.mannyfacesmedia.com
The Center for Hip-Hop Advocacy: https://www.hiphopadvocacy.org
SPONSORS / FRIENDS:
The Mixtape Museum: https://www.mixtapemuseum.org
Hip-Hop Hacks: https://www.hiphophacks.com
Hip-Hop Can Save America! is produced, written, edited, smacked, flipped, rubbed down, and distributed by Manny Faces.
Eternal thanks to Consulting Producer, Sommer McCoy.