Talib and Tef introduce themselves and talk about the intention behind the podcast. Talib talks about how people perceive him on social media and how there is a white supremacist problem in America. Tef asks Talib about how he navigated the trappings of fame and Talib reflects on his time in Hollywood. Talib breaks down the history of conscious hiphop and talks about how Black Star was influenced by the conscious artists who came before them. Tef asks Talib about how he met Yasiin Bey. Talib talks about having the confidence of knowing he would succeed. Tef asks Talib about the battle rap scene in NYC and the conversation turns towards the Lyricist Lounge. Tef talks about the St. Louis version of the Lyricist Lounge. Talib talks about the unsung heroes behind the scenes in hiphop. Talib and Tef talk about the need to leave smaller markets in order to make it in the music industry. Tef talks about the tough love he faced from his OGs and cheating his way thru 106 and Park Freestyle Fridays. Tef and Talib give El-P his flowers. Talib talks about what's expected of conscious MCs and tells a story about going to strip clubs. Talib and Tef then talk about people they recently lost. Talib recounts his history with John Forte and then talks about the health challenges that Black people face.
Shot and Edited By Chino Chase. Additional Filming By Aaron Ross Media Co.
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