003 - Roots & Rhythms With Dr. Black

Not All Hood (NAH) with Malcolm-Jamal Warner

Exalted Over Who? Exploring Cultural Identity with Dr. Daniel Black

🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT 🚨

In this special episode, NAH is thrilled to welcome the incredible Dr. Daniel Black—author, professor, and cultural historian—to our show.

Malcolm engages Dr. Black in a thought-provoking discussion about the usage of the N-word and B-word in hip-hop culture, exploring their complexities and impact. Dr. Black shares his views on the practice of code-switching, questioning its implications on assuming intelligence. He passionately advocates for embracing personal truths without seeking validation from others and delves into the spiritual connections within Black culture.

Dr. Black also shares his unique insights on the significance of locks and braids, the cultural importance of these natural hairstyles, and the broader experiences of Black people who embrace them. Notably, Dr. Black's voice from his conversations with Malcolm is featured on Malcolm's Grammy-nominated album, Hiding In Plain View, a beautiful body of work on social consciousness.

Don’t miss out on these powerful stories and moments! 🧡 Tune in now for an enlightening discussion that celebrates cultural pride and honors the influential voices that shape our world!

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Not All Hood (NAH) podcast takes a look at the lived experiences and identities of Black people in America. Infused with pop culture, music, and headlining news, the show addresses the evolution, exhilaration, and triumphs of being rooted in a myriad of versions of Black America.
Hosted by Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Candace O.Kelley, and WeusiBaraka Executive
Produced by Layne Fontes
Produced by Kelly Brett
Associate Producer Troy W. Harris, Jr.