Something to Say (02-27-2024)

In this episode of the Something to Say podcast, our host Mazi Mutafa engages in insightful conversations with distinguished guests. First, Dr. Msia Clark, a respected professor at Howard University, joins Mazi to delve into the significance of hip-hop's 50th anniversary, her ongoing research and trip to South Africa, and the nuanced comparison between Afro-beat and hip-hop. They also explore various styles within hip-hop and touch upon the Hip-Hop African podcast. Following this, co-host Patrick Washington introduces Youth Poet Laureate Saniya Pearson, who captivates listeners with her poignant poem crafted as part of the Cotton project. Continuing the poetic journey, Patrick engages Kenny Caroll in a discussion about his evocative piece, "My City," unraveling the layers of inspiration behind its creation. Next Mazi sits down with DJ Kareem Joseph, aka KERIMtheDJ, to uncover the distinctive elements of his artistic approach, tracing his journey into the world of DJing and offering insights into the dynamic process of crafting music live. Kareem also sheds light on the Towards 2040 fellowship.  Wrapping up the episode, Jassie Rios joins Mazi to share her artistic genesis, discussing her conceptual approach to drawing and her impactful role as an educator.