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1:04
Respect for Don Lemon's Reporting Skills
1:37
Tallequali's Presence and Appreciation
3:11
Critique of Social Media Activism
4:12
Artist's Decision to Participate in Ferguson Protests
5:45
Chasing Down Cops and Meeting Rosa Clemente
6:47
Meeting Don Lemon and CNN Interview
7:18
Disappointment with CNN Interview and Te Poe's Absence
8:20
Initial Impression of Don Lemon
8:53
Disagreement with Don Lemon's Approach
9:23
Criticizing Don Lemon's Representation of the Struggle
9:55
Reflection on Compromise and Representation
10:57
CNN and Mainstream Media's Role in Enabling the Status Quo
11:28
Mainstream Media's True Intentions and Manipulation
12:00
Violence, Riots, and the Role of Media in Inciting Chaos
12:31
The Freedom of Artists and the Lack of a Boss
13:32
Judging People for Their Choices
14:34
Yasim Bay's Decision to Leave America
15:38
Critique of Borders and Immigration
16:41
Recognizing Passports and Travel Issues in South Africa
17:44
Salad Days, Coen Brothers Films, and Washington Square Park
18:15
Washington Square Park, Hip Hop, and TV Stars
18:46
Brooklyn, School Days, and Rappers
19:47
Tragedy Story and Renting Houses
20:17
Frugal vs. Cheap, Potholes in Lawn
21:19
Community and Showing Humanity
22:51
Critique of Martin's Personal Life
23:22
Prophets and Human Flaws
23:53
Jesus' Flaws and Relatability
24:26
Personal Encounter with Tragedy
25:57
Blackar and the Group's Formation
26:28
Rockus, Black Star, and the Vision
26:59
Lloyd's Acting Ability
27:31
Most Deaf and the Movie Experience
28:34
The Impact of Vinyl on Black Star's Success
29:06
Collaboration with Stretch and Stress Magazine
29:36
Working for Jessica Rosen Rosenberg and Funk Master Flex
30:07
Jessica's Career and Management of Artists
30:37
Home Base Club and Peter Gation
31:38
Flip Squad, DJ Buudacon, and Bis Marky
32:08
John Forte and Fug Master Flex's Parties
32:39
Ice Cube and King Sun at the Palladium
33:10
Jessica Rosenbound, Puff, and Tommy Boy Records
33:42
NYU, Incira Books, and Bookshelf Shows
34:13
LA, Micah Na, and Kedar Entertainment
34:49
Hitchhiking to the Bay Area
35:19
New Album and Collaborations
35:51
Tyler Bullying and Public Figures
36:22
Russell Simmons and Politics
37:27
Voting and Political Engagement
37:58
Malcolm X's Voting Strategy and Influence
38:28
Adam Clayton Powell and Malcolm X's Collaboration
38:58
Voting Blocks and Community Power
40:32
Cory Booker and Ras Baraka's Political Careers
42:05
Personal Experiences with Customs After 9/11
43:08
Harassment at the Airport and CIA/FBI Incident
43:38
Booking Flight with JetBlue and Black Panther Speech
44:08
Airport Incident and Disclosure of Information
45:09
Discussion on Airlines and Sponsorship
45:41
Vegan Smoke Discussion
46:12
KRS and God Body
47:44
Internet Culture and Clickbait
48:46
Language and Paradigm Shifts Across Generations
49:17
Dealing with Misunderstandings and Lack of Understanding
49:48
Personal Experiences and Evolution as a Man
50:19
Growing Up and Changing Perspectives
51:52
Nostalgia for '80s and Early '90s Pop Culture
52:25
Discussion of Archie Bunker and Revenge of the Nerds
52:56
Accusations and Responses within Hip-Hop Culture
55:02
Separating Art from Artist and Avoiding Celebrity Worship
56:36
Addressing Allegations and Protecting the Culture
57:39
Initial Reaction to Op-Ed and Mentor's Position
58:09
Contextualizing Africa Baba's Vision and Impact on Hip-Hop
58:41
Defending KRS-One and the Importance of Understanding Hip-Hop
59:44
Interview Reflections and Iron Clad Defenses
1:00:16
Meeting Dave Chappelle and a Girl Who Dated Him
1:01:49
Dave Chappelle's Career and the Narrator's Connection
1:02:50
Working at Electric Lady Studios and a White Cat Incident
1:03:42
Spirit of Jimmy Hendrix in the Studio
1:04:04
Reflection Eternal and Electric Lady Studios
1:04:15
Dave Chappelle's Involvement in the Album
1:06:28
Dave's Relationship with Comedy Central and His Visions for the Show
1:07:00
Block Party and Dave's Decision to Quit the Show
1:07:32
Dave's Feelings of Compromise and Quitting the Show
1:08:03
Dave's Comedy Style and Intellectualism
1:10:07
Prince's Reaction to DJQ and His Wife's Work
1:10:39
DJQ's Connection to Prince and Hip-Hop
1:11:09
Prince's Musical Tastes and Influences
1:11:40
A Party with Prince and His Eccentric Behavior
1:12:41
Prince's Bible Study and Clubbing
1:13:12
Prince's Encounter with an Uninformed Individual
1:13:43
More Prince Stories and Clubbing Experiences
1:14:45
Prince's Illuminati-Connected Parties and Justin Bieber Story
1:15:17
Prince's Initial Interaction with the Girl
1:16:54
Prince Offers to Pay Her Double
1:17:55
Contradictions in Art and Humanity
1:18:58
Transcended Individuals in Life
1:19:29
Respect for Transcendent Figures
1:20:31
Meeting Forel and Biggie at Sound on Sound Studios
1:21:04
Meeting an older man who reminds him of Forel
1:21:37
The older man quotes bloody money and talks about his past
1:23:10
Talking to the older man's daughter and her grandmother at a casino
1:23:42
The older man's comment about dying his beard and the conversation that followed
1:24:13
Introduction to Yasine Bay and his music
1:24:46
Yasine Bay's stance on Islam and his music
1:25:17
Artist as a creative spirit, not bound by the music industry
1:26:50
Discussion about South Africa and its development
1:27:21
JR's Absence and European Lifestyle
1:27:52
Berlin, Germany and the Music Industry
1:28:24
Traveling and Meeting Other Artists
1:29:58
Hip-Hop and White Audiences
1:30:30
Jupiterian Language and Hip-Hop's Cultural Impact
1:31:02
Hip-Hop as a Unifying Force Across Cultures
1:31:32
Comparison of Hip-Hop and Country Music
1:32:04
Hip-Hop as a Reflection of Struggle and Reality
1:33:06
Uneducated Stereotypes and Word Origins
1:34:39
Meeting Kanye West at Platinum Island Studios
1:36:16
Kanye West's Early Work and Touring with Mad Rapper
1:36:48
Kanye West's Storytelling and Early Album Plans
1:37:20
Kanye West's Music and Genius
1:37:50
Jesus Walks and Late Registration Album Plans
1:39:22
Kanye's Tour Bus Antics and Thirsty Behavior
1:40:58
Club Appearance and Kanye Story
1:41:29
Hydration and Water Importance
1:42:01
Kanye West's Leaked Record and Initial Success
1:42:33
Kanye West's Performance at Power Summit and Puerto Rico
1:43:02
Kanye West's Conference Call and Tour
1:43:33
Respect for Kanye West and Personal Anecdotes
1:45:07
Initial Interview and Pleasure
1:46:08
Drinking and Sushi
1:47:10
Tiger Bone and Drinking
1:48:12
Sharing a Personal Experience and Apology
1:48:44
Tiger Bone Story and Reflection
1:49:15
Illegal Activities and Memories
1:53:58
Drinking Challenge and Bragging Rights
1:54:30
Fortune Cookie and Jiu-Jitsu
1:55:02
Hennessy and Tiger Bone Challenge
1:55:34
Podcast Discussion and Tyler's Visit
1:56:05
White House Story and Rick Ross Alarm
1:57:08
Obama's Statements on Drones and Criminal Justice Reform
1:57:40
Rick Ross's Presence at the Meeting and Obama's Reaction
1:58:11
Obama's Interaction with ASAP Rocky and Talib Kweli
1:59:46
Talib Kweli's Comments and Humor
2:00:17
Tyler Crowley's Appreciation and Al Sharpton Comparison
2:00:48
Initial Discussion about Rap Radar and Elliot Wilson's Influence
2:01:18
Rap Radar's Treatment of Guests and Promotion of New Music
2:02:18
Personal Experience with Elliot Wilson and the Importance of Promotion
2:04:23
Introduction and Context
2:05:54
Personal Anecdote and Humor
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