Culture Raises US
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DR. CAPRICE HOLLINS - Embracing Cultural Understanding
SummaryDr. Caprice Hollins discusses the importance of understanding culture and how it shapes our identities and behaviors. She shares her personal journey and the realization of her own biases and privilege.Dr. Hollins provides insights on navigatin
JARREN SMALL - The Beat of Literacy in Education
SummaryJaren Small, founder of Reading with a Rapper, discusses the intersection of culture and education and how his organization uses rap music to engage students in reading, writing, and retention. He shares his journey of creating Reading with a Rap
DARRYL PHILLIPS - Compassion and Community in Substance Abuse Prevention
SummaryDaryl Phillips, Executive Director of the ASAP Foundation, discusses the creation and mission of the foundation, which aims to raise awareness of drug abuse and provide harm reduction strategies. He emphasizes the need to meet people where they a
DON CHOO - Rhythms & Roots: From GoGo Beats to Brand Beats
SummaryDon Choo, the executive producer of Front Porch Freestyles, discusses the impact and influence of GoGo music and DC culture on different genres and communities. He shares his journey and partnership with Nucci, the creation of Front Porch Freest
Tab Nkhereanye - From Songwriter to Executive
SummaryTab Nkere-Anyay, a senior level music executive at BMG, shares his journey from being a songwriter to an executive in the music industry. He discusses the impact of Frank Ocean on his decision to become an executive and the importance of preservi
MATT HALFHILL - The Sneaker Culture Revolution
SummaryMatt Halfhill, founder and CEO of Nice Kicks, discusses the evolution of sneaker culture and its impact on retail. He shares insights on the shift in consumer experience and the rise of the resell business model. Matt also talks about the influen
DL WARFIELD - Culture Canvas: Art, Identity, and Change
SummaryDL Warfield, a creative director and artist, discusses the role of culture in connecting people and shaping identities. He shares his journey in creating the American Flag Remix collection, which explores social narratives through art. Warfield
MARLON WAYANS - Laughter, Legacy, and the Seeds of Stewardship
SummaryMarlon Wayans, accomplished actor, comedian, writer, and producer, discusses the meaning of culture and the importance of building family and community. He emphasizes the need for creating opportunities and the importance of brotherhood. Wayans
WENDELL J HASKINS - Cultivating Change through Diversity, & Inclusion
SummaryWendell Hastings, a leader in diversity and inclusion and marketing, shares his experiences in shaping culture and influencing the global landscape. He discusses the importance of like-minded individuals with similar interests and goals in creatin
BUN B - Legacy, Culture, and Trill Burgers: Music, Black Ownership, and Building Generational Wealth
Summary:In this conversation, Bernard Freeman, also known as Bun B, discusses the meaning of culture and its role in human connection. He reflects on the influence of music and black culture, particularly through the success of the song 'Big Pimpin&