The Intersection Where Comics and Hip-Hop Meet: An interview with Rob Markman about Comic Book Collecting, Hip-Hop Journalism, and Spider-Man

Legendary Hip-Hop journalist, rapper, host, and VP of Genius, Rob Markman, sits down with Badr for an in-depth conversation about the not-so-secret connection between comic books and hip-hop culture, growing up in NY in the 80s, writing comics for Marvel and DC, childhood friend turned comics pro (Damion Scott), behind-the-scenes stories about some of his most iconic interviews, his Top 5 MC list, controversy, and becoming a rapper in his own rightWatch the uncut video version of this episode on our YouTube channelTOPICS & TIMESTAMPS: Discussing the connection between comics and hip-hop - 08:01Growing up collecting comics in Brooklyn - 11:16Writing comics for Marvel & DC - 23:41Career retrospective: 20 yrs as a hip-hop journalist - 40:16The best years in Hip-hop - 51:14Starting a rap career - 01:12:22Top 5 MC's & Top 5 Comics Artists - 01:23:06ANNOUNCEMENTS: Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try it out 7-days for free. No pressureGet 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Click here to text us Fan Mail!Proudly sponsored by Gotham City LimitDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT AND FOLLOW FOR MORE 🤝🏼Email us at [email protected] Follow Badr on IG , X, and BlueskyWebsite: theshortboxentertainment.comCheck out the music from the show: DeftStrokeSound, Mecca Tha Marvelous, DJ Crumbz, L.E.R.M., & Dialectable Beats