This Week In White Supremacy |Public Enemy: Chuck D
This Week In White Supremacy 1HOOD features a special interview with Chuck D, the legendary Public Enemy frontman, alongside notable hip-hop scholar Rosa Clemente. Hosted by Jasiri X, the discussion delves into Chuck D's origins, his views on the division of people of color, the significance behind his use of the Pirates logo, and the intertwining of hip-hop with activism and knowledge.
Chuck D shares his personal journey, including his passion for baseball and how it led to Public Enemy's iconic logo, his dedication to community activism, and the historic cultural underpinnings of hip-hop. The conversation also covers the role of media and intellectual engagement in empowering communities, Rosa Clemente's experiences in politics, and the overall aim of constructing black led institutions to further progress in the struggle for black liberation.
This episode points out the importance of understanding one's own history, geology, and the power of hip-hop as an instrument for education and societal change.