Introducing our New Assistant Producer & more Announcements: Hip Hop African Podcast | EP. 80

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Written By Dr. Msia Clark

In this short episode, we introduce you to our student assistant producer, Miranda, who will be working with us this semester.

We also discuss plans for the show, plans to propose a new Hip-Hop Studies minor at Howard University, and an upcoming visit by Ghanaian hip-hop artist M.anifest. The episode starts with the song “Too Bad” from M.anifest’s latest album From Madina to the Universe.

This year’s spring series will focus on Nigeria and we will be interviewing hip-hop artists and activists to understand what is happening with the hip-hop scene in Nigeria.

Toward the end of the show, Miranda introduced us to Sudanese American hip hop artist Oddisee, who is based in Washington, DC. Below is Oddisee performing at the 2016 Trinity International Hip Hop Festival in Harford, Connecticut.

Dr. Msia Clark

Dr. Msia Kibona Clark is an Associate Professor in the African Studies Department at Howard University. Her research explores themes such as hip-hop in Africa, African feminism‌ and the influence of social movements on cultural production. Msia has published several articles, book chapters‌ and reviews in academic journals and popular media outlets. Her book, “Hip-Hop in Africa: Prophets of the City and Dustyfoot Philosophers,” has been widely acclaimed and has gained recognition for its groundbreaking analysis of hip-hop in Africa. Her work not only sheds light on rich and diverse African hip-hop communities, but also addresses critical social issues. Her recent book, “African Women in Digital Spaces” explores the use of social media for advocacy by women across Africa and the diaspora. In addition to her academic pursuits, she has curated exhibitions on African culture and photography and is the host of “The Hip Hop African Podcast.”

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