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The Tight RopeLegendary Saxophonist Sonny Rollins on Broken RecordWe’re sharing an episode from our friends over at Broken Record. On Broken Record, acclaimed producer Rick Rubin, bestselling author Malcom Gladwell, and former New York Times editor Bruce Headlam talk with the musicians you love about their lives, inspiration, and craft. In honor of Black Music Month this June, we’re sharing Justin Richmond’s conversation with Sonny Rollins.
The legendary saxophonist and composer talks about one of his first big gigs playing alongside other jazz icons like Bud Powell and Fats Navarro. He also explains why he no longer actively listens to music, and for the...
2022-06-2238 min
The Tight RopeGrammy Award Winning Artist PJ Morton On Broken RecordWe’re sharing an episode from our friends over at Broken Record featuring one of our past guest on The Tight Rope, Grammy-award winning artist and Maroon 5 keyboardist PJ Morton.
On Broken Record, acclaimed producer Rick Rubin, bestselling author Malcom Gladwell, producer Justin Richmond, and former New York Times editor Bruce Headlam talk with the musicians you love about their lives, inspiration, and craft.
In honor of Black Music Month this June, we’re sharing Bruce Headlam’s interview with Grammy-award winning artist and Maroon 5 keyboardist PJ Morton. PJ talks to Bruce Headlam about what it was lik...
2022-06-1037 min
The Tight RopeDr. Cornel West on Talk EasyWe're sharing a special episode from our friends at Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso. Talk Easy is a different kind of interview podcast, a space for guests to slow down and share how they arrived at the place they are today—and where they hope to go tomorrow. Rigorously researched and irrepressibly curious, Talk Easy hosts dialogues driven by compassion with artists, activists, and politicians.On this episode, Dr. Cornel West talks to Sam about his Robin Hood-like sensibility, discovering our purpose from womb-to-tomb, and the legacy of being a "jazz man" who fights for justice, love an...
2022-02-2347 min
The Tight RopeThe Tight Rope Final Episode: Reflecting on a Year of Love, Wisdom, and FortitudeBecome a member of our Patreon family for full episodes, behind-the-scenes access and more exclusive content until December 31, 2021! You can sign up here at https://www.patreon.com/thetightropepod
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In the final episode of The Tight Rope, Cornel West and Tricia Rose reminisce on all of the wonderful guests and poignant moments we’ve had this past year. Tune in to learn why the show is ending as we take a journey through our favorite moments.
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2021-09-0951 minThe Tight RopePurple Rain: Prince's Legacy Lives On (Re-Release)Become a member of our Patreon family for full episodes, behind-the-scenes access and more exclusive content! You can sign up here at https://www.patreon.com/thetightropepod
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As we prepare for our final episode of The Tight Rope next week, we wanted to take it back to where it all started. Please enjoy this re-release of our very first episode.
In this profound episode, Cornel West and Tricia Rose use Prince's iconic "Purple Rain" to explore a spectrum of topics. Join us for an...
2021-09-0258 min
The Tight RopeMarc Lamont Hill on Why He Debates Conservatives: Critical Race Theory, Bill Cosby, and MoreBecome a member of our Patreon family for full episodes, behind-the-scenes access and more exclusive content! You can sign up here at https://www.patreon.com/thetightropepod
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Marc Lamont Hill, award-winning journalist and host of Black News Tonight, walks The Tight Rope this week! Join us for a profound discussion on debating extreme conservatives, Bill Cosby’s recent release from prison, and being grounded by a deep love of Black people.
Dr. Marc Lamont Hill is currently the host of Black News Channel's primetime sh...
2021-08-0517 minThe Tight RopeRenee Montgomery On Opting Out of the WNBA, Social Justice, and Protesting the National AnthemBecome a member of our Patreon family for full episodes, behind-the-scenes access and more exclusive content! You can sign up here at https://www.patreon.com/thetightropepod
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Why did 2x WNBA Champion Renee Montgomery opt out of the 2020 season? In this throwback episode, Renee sits down with the professors to discuss why she felt called to leave basketball to focus on social justice reform.
Renee Montgomery, a native West Virginian, has completed her 11th season in the WNBA, now playing for the Atlanta Dream...
2021-07-2914 minThe Tight RopePhilosophical Conversations with Cornel West, Tricia Rose, and Teodros KirosBecome a member of our Patreon family for full episodes, behind-the-scenes access and more exclusive content! You can sign up here at https://www.patreon.com/thetightropepod
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This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Professor Teodros Kiros, leading authority on moral and African philosophy and dear colleague of Dr. Cornel West. Join us for a rich philosophical discussion between brilliant academics in an episode unlike any other.
Teodros Kiros is considered a leading authority on moral philosophy and a leading voice in African philosophy, wi...
2021-07-2221 minThe Tight RopeCornel West and Tricia Rose: Love and DeathBecome a member of our Patreon family for full episodes, behind-the-scenes access and more exclusive content! You can sign up here at https://www.patreon.com/thetightropepod
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What is love? Is it the virtue we need the most right now? This week, the professors take on the most powerful virtue, love. Tune in to learn why learning how to love requires learning how to die and how this virtue can transform us all.
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2021-07-1511 minThe Tight RopeJane Fonda On Grace and Frankie, Activism, and the Fire That Keeps Her GoingBecome a member of our Patreon family for full episodes, behind-the-scenes access and more exclusive content! You can sign up here at https://www.patreon.com/thetightropepod
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Two-time Academy Award-winning actress, author, and activist Jane Fonda joins the professors for a fiery conversation on taking action against injustices. Tune in to learn about the calling that keeps her going and how she gives her life meaning. Plus, Fonda shares a deeply moving story she has never revealed publicly before.
Jane Fonda’s career has sp...
2021-07-0810 minThe Tight RopeKenneth Morris, Jr. On Celebrating Black Excellence with HITRECORDBecome a member of our Patreon family for full episodes, behind-the-scenes access and more exclusive content! You can sign up here at https://www.patreon.com/thetightropepod
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In this exciting collaboration with Frederick Douglass Family Initiatives and HITRECORD, Kenneth Morris, Jr. walks The Tight Rope. Kenneth Morris, Jr. descends from two of the most influential names in American history: he is the great-great-great grandson of Frederick Douglass and the great-great grandson of Booker T. Washington.
Morris continues his family’s legacy of anti-slavery and ed...
2021-07-0115 minThe Tight RopeIntegrity, Humility, and the Death of HumanityBecome a member of our Patreon family for full episodes, behind-the-scenes access and more exclusive content! You can sign up here at https://www.patreon.com/thetightropepod
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In the second installment of our series of virtues, Cornel West and Tricia Rose dive into the true meaning of integrity. Tune in to learn why the professors consider integrity to be one of the most important virtues and why the lack of it could lead to the demise of the human race.
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2021-06-2407 minThe Tight RopeCornel West Responds to Dr. Gina Paige of African Ancestry: “I’m Not Giving You My DNA”This week on The Tight Rope, the professors are joined by Dr. Gina Paige, co-founder of African Ancestry. African Ancestry is the world leader in tracing lineages of African descent with a database of over 30,000 indigenous African DNA samples. Join us for a rich discussion on why Black people are the original victims of identity theft and how African Ancestry is working to rectify this.
In 2003, Dr. Gina Paige co-founded African Ancestry, Inc. (AfricanAncestry.com) and in doing so, pioneered a new way of tracing African lineages using genetics, and a new marketplace for people of African...
2021-06-1710 minThe Tight RopeStokley Williams of Mint Condition on Solo Project Sankofa and Being a Sonic HealerThis week on The Tight Rope, Stokley Williams opens up about founding Mint Condition, his new solo project Sankofa, and why he considers himself a sonic healer. Tune in to learn Stokley’s favorite songs of his career and the influences that helped him develop his signature style.
Stokley is a GRAMMY-nominated vocalist, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist who is one of music’s best-kept secrets. He has worked with some of the biggest names in music including Prince, Whitney Houston, Janet Jackson and more. He’s known best as the lead singer and drummer for legendary R&B grou...
2021-06-1015 minThe Tight RopeKiller Mike Is Not ‘The Man’Killer Mike walks The Tight Rope this week for an unfiltered conversation on knowing your worth and giving back to your community.
Mike shares personal stories about the people who shaped him as an artist and inspired his activism. Tune in to hear why Mike dedicated his career to uplifting others and inspiring the next generation of artists. Plus, Mike shares his favorite books of all time and why he believes 'education is emancipation.'
Atlanta native, Michael Render, aka Killer Mike, is a Grammy-award winning rapper, businessman and activist. He is one half of...
2021-06-0314 minThe Tight RopeRoxane Gay Is Not Trying to Please YouTo listen to the full episode with Roxane Gay, please visit our Patreon!
This week, New York Times Bestselling author, professor, editor, and social commentator Roxane Gay walks The Tight Rope.
Gay and the professors discuss the devastating attacks on Palestine and why so many public figures are afraid to speak out. Plus, learn why Gay felt called to be a writer and how she fell in love with the essay form.
Roxane Gay’s writing appears in Best American Mystery Stories 2014, Best American Short Stories 2012, Best Sex Writing 2012, A Public Space, McSweeney’s, Ti...
2021-05-2717 minThe Tight RopeRoxane Gay Preview & The Murder of George Floyd One Year LaterDr. West and Professor Rose push each other as they reflect on the murder of George Floyd and its sustained significance one year later.
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2021-05-2523 minThe Tight RopeDr. Maulana Karenga, the founder of Kwanzaa on the Legacy of Malcolm XThis week Professor and activist Dr. Maulana Karenga joins the professors to discuss his relationship with Malcolm X, his beliefs about what is necessary to develop a true sense of Black identity, and Kawaida-- his interpretation of ancient Egyptian ethical thought as a living tradition and a useful philosophical option for critical reflection on the urgent issues of our time.
Dr. Maulana Karenga is professor and chair of the Department of Africana Studies at California State University—Long Beach. He is also the creator of the pan-African cultural holiday Kwanzaa and the Nguzo Saba (The Seven Principles) an...
2021-05-2049 minThe Tight RopeFather Michael Pfleger: “Where Are Your Wounds?”Recorded on December 17th, 2020, with the holiday spirit close at hand, Dr. West and Professor Rose welcome Father Michael Pfleger, long-time Senior Pastor of The Faith Community of Saint Sabina to reflect on the state of our democracy and his beliefs on the role of faith communities in the fight for social justice, especially at the community level. In addition to discussing his hopes for the Biden administration, Father Pfleger reflects on the course of his extensive and active ministry. Throughout his career, Father Pfleger has been recognized for his
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2021-05-1354 minThe Tight RopeProfessor Jeff Stout: True Friends of JusticeThis week Professor Jeffrey Stout, longtime friend and colleague of Dr. West joins us on The Tight Rope to talk about virtues and the political significance of friendships. Tune in to hear Dr. Stout recount his experiences teaching with Dr. West and how their intellectual pursuits led to their bonds of brotherhood.
Jeffrey Stout is a theorist of democratic culture, best known for his teaching and his scholarship on social movements, religion, ethics, pragmatism, and film. Early on, he was active in the civil rights and anti-war movements. His undergraduate degree is from Brown, and his doctorate...
2021-05-061h 14The Tight RopeMitch Landrieu: Divided by DesignThis week, former Mayor of New Orleans and self-proclaimed “white southerner,” Mitch Landrieu, sits down with the professors to discuss how his upbringing in the south was centered around building community with his Black neighbors, as opposed to building a sense of superiority. Landrieu describes his belief that we must truly fix America, not just ‘change the carpet,’ and talks about how America has been “divided by design.” Finally, hear Dr. West reflect on his times growing up returning to the south during summers and the impact these experiences had on his personal development.
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2021-04-2940 minThe Tight RopeHaki Madhubuti Pt. 2: Liberation NarrativesIn part 2 of their conversation, @HakiMadhubuti and the Professors continue their conversation answering the question “How can we best pass on the legacy of institution building?” Tune in for Professor Madhubuti’s answer as well as his reading of his poem “Liberation Narratives.”
A leading poet and one of the architects of the Black Arts Movement, Haki R. Madhubuti (pronounced Mad-hu-boo-tee) —publisher, editor and educator—has been a pivotal figure in the development of a strong Black literary tradition. He has published more than 31 books (some under his former name, Don L. Lee) and is one of the world’s be...
2021-04-2232 minThe Tight RopeCornel West & Tricia Rose Have an AnnouncementBecome a member of our Patreon family for full episodes, behind-the-scenes access and more exclusive content! You can sign up here at https://www.patreon.com/thetightropepod
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2021-04-2003 minThe Tight RopeHaki Madhubuti Pt. 1: Taught By WomenThis week, @HakiMadhubuti joins the Professors for a conversation about his body of work and how he was, as one of his books is entitled, Taught By Women. Describing Gwendolyn Brooks as his “cultural mother,” Professor Madhubuti talks about the importance of the mentorship he received through his relationship with her and how he came to believe that literature is essential to self-discovery. Finally, synergizing his love for the written word with his belief in the necessity of building Black-led institutions, Professor Madhubuti discusses the institution he created--- Third World Press.
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2021-04-1536 minThe Tight RopeBob The Drag Queen: RuPaul's Drag Race Winner On 'Non-Conformity' in the Black CommunityThis week, Bob the Drag Queen joins the professors for a conversation about love-- love of self, love of community, and love of one’s fellow humans-- and all of the obstacles that arise in the process of giving or receiving this love when a person doesn’t fit within certain “norms.” Together, they explore the power of being celebrated for who you are, the reluctance to acknowledge homosexuality and gender non-conformity in the Black community, and why systemic racism is like a pair of ill-fitting pants.
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2021-04-0959 minThe Tight RopeThe Tight Rope Celebrates Women’s History MonthAs Women’s History Month comes to a close and Black Women’s History Month begins, we revisit some of our favorite moments with the powerful women we’ve had on The Tight Rope. With this compilation, we hope to celebrate the strength and wisdom of women across generations and identities, join us in our tribute to our honored guests and women everywhere.
“When we focus on the oft ignored generosity, genius and greatness of women, it enriches us all.”-- Professor Tricia Rose
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2021-04-0137 minThe Tight RopeCornel West - Goodbye Harvard, Hello Union TheologicalIn a special edition of The Tight Rope, Dr. Cornel West provides closing thoughts on his “ridiculous situation at Harvard” with respect to his being denied tenure at the institution. Join Dr. West and Professor Tricia Rose as they discuss the finality of Dr. West’s decision to leave Harvard and return “home” to Union Theological Seminary.
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2021-03-2517 minThe Tight RopeNo Justice, No Peace: Rapsody on Art, Activism, and the Power of MusicThe professors invite Rapsody to discuss the legacy of the Black music tradition and how it continually reiterates itself within “new genres” creating a cultural archive. Additionally, Rapsody discusses her journey ‘making it’ in the business without compromising her vision for her artistry and the stories she wants to tell. As they discuss both the legacy and future of hip-hop, the Professors and Rapsody discuss the popular tropes in hip hop music and interrogate how gender stereotypes manifest both ‘the business’ and music itself. Finally, they speak to the political nature and origins of hip hop and exchange views on how it co...
2021-03-1848 minThe Tight RopeLorraine Hansberry & Gwendolyn Brooks: Darlings of the White Liberal Establishment?On the 62nd anniversary of the Broadway premiere (March 11, 1959) of Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun, Dr. West and Professor Rose reflect on the Black literary tradition as they focus on the legacy of both Lorraine Hansberry and Gwendolyn Brooks as revolutionaries and exemplars who are often misunderstood as the “Darlings of the White Liberal Establishment.” The professors discuss the tension between the relation of love and freedom (interpersonal justice) on the one hand and the struggle for political and economic justice on the other while expertly explaining why and how some of the authors’ most popular works ar...
2021-03-1153 minThe Tight RopeDr. Beverly Daniel Tatum: The ABC's of Representation in EducationDr. Beverly Daniel Tatum joins Dr. West and Professor Rose on The Tight Rope to talk about the critical importance of having curriculums, educators, and school communities that are dedicated to affirming and embracing students of color in general and Black students in particular. She explains the fundamental tenets of this practice in terms of what she calls “ABC’s:” Affirming Identity, Building Community, and Cultivating Leadership. Additionally, the Professors reflect on the resurgence of Dr. Tatum’s 25 year-old best-selling book, “Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?” and Other Conversations About Race, as they discuss the...
2021-03-0954 min
The Tight RopeMayim Bialik - "S*** Got Deep with Me and Cornel West"In this episode of The Tight Rope, the Professors welcome acclaimed actor Mayim Bialik to join them in conversation. Together they engage in a nuanced discussion of Mayim’s positionality as both a female in Hollywood and as a devout, proud member of the Jewish faith. Delving into the long history of solidarity amongst the Jewish people and Black Americans, Mayim details her dismay at the state of racism in America, her upbringing as a staunch advocate for social justice, and her perspective on the apparent contradictions between her faith and her political ideologies. With openness and laughter, Mayim, Dr. We...
2021-02-2557 min
The Tight RopeCornel West - “My Ridiculous Situation at Harvard”In a special edition of The Tight Rope, Dr. Cornel West speaks freely about his “ridiculous situation at Harvard” with respect to his being denied tenure at the institution. Join Dr. West and Professor Tricia Rose for a conversation as they reveal some of the possible underlying reasons for the rejection and as they dredge up the bedrock systemic issues at play in higher education. The Tight Rope just got a lot tighter! For additional insight into this matter of critical importance, check out the interview in The Chronicle of Higher Education with Max Alvarez, Editor-in-Chief of The Real News Netw...
2021-02-2335 min
The Tight RopeHenry Louis Gates Jr. (Pt. 2) - The Black ChurchIn the second installment of a 2-part conversation, Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. steps back on The Tight Rope to further explore his new documentary The Black Church - This is Our Story, This is Our Song. The series reveals the broad history and culture of the Black church and explores African American faith communities on the frontlines of hope and change. The Black Church features interviews with Oprah Winfrey, John Legend, Jennifer Hudson, Bishop Michael Curry, Pastor Shirley Caesar, and our very own Dr. Cornel West. Dr. Gates is an American literary critic, professor, historian, filmmaker, and public intellectual...
2021-02-1846 min
The Tight RopeThe Lucas Bros. & Lil Rel - Judas and the Black MessiahToday's Tight Rope Special Edition features the Lucas Brothers -- co-writers for the new film JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH -- and actor Lil Rel Howery who had a powerful cameo in the film. JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH -- directed by Shaka King and produced by Ryan Coogler and Charles King -- tells the story of Fred Hampton, Chairman of the Illinois Black Panther Party, and his betrayal by FBI informant William O'Neal. The film stars Daniel Kaluuya as Fred Hampton, Lakeith Stanfield as William O’Neal, Martin Sheen as J. Edgar Hoover, and JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH is...
2021-02-1333 min
The Tight RopeHenry Louis Gates Jr. (Pt. 1) - The Black ChurchIn the first installment of a 2-part conversation, Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. begins by exploring his own lineage and African American history in general to draw connections to the community’s powerful connection to Christianity in his new documentary The Black Church - This is Our Story, This is Our Song. The series reveals the broad history and culture of the Black church and explores African American faith communities on the frontlines of hope and change. The Black Church features interviews with Oprah Winfrey, John Legend, Jennifer Hudson, Bishop Michael Curry, Pastor Shirley Caesar, and our very own Dr. Co...
2021-02-1130 min
The Tight RopeDeRay Mckesson - Policing is the Laziest ResponseThis week, civil rights activist DeRay Mckesson steps onto “The Tight Rope” with Dr. Cornel West and professor Tricia Rose to talk policing and pedagogy. DeRay highlights some alarming statistics about police violence, which continued unabated in 2020 despite nationwide protests and the outcry of a multicultural coalition of concerned citizens. Recounting his years as a teacher, DeRay also connects his pedagogical practice to his calling as an activist.
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2021-02-041h 12
The Tight RopeCharles Blow - The Devil You KnowIn this episode, acclaimed journalist and op-ed columnist for the New York Times, Charles M. Blow, walks The Tight Rope with Dr. Cornel West and Professor Tricia Rose. The author of bestselling memoir Fire Shut Up in My Bones shares a grand geopolitical vision for Black America in his new book, The Devil You Know. The new text is an unsettling manifesto, proposing nothing short of what some may see as the most audacious power play by Black people in the history of this country.
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2021-01-281h 05
The Tight RopeMax Alvarez - The Tight Rope on The Real NewsIn this special episode, Dr. Cornel West and professor Tricia Rose walk “The Tight Rope” with Max Alvarez, editor-in-chief of The Real News Network. The Real News Network is a nonprofit, viewer-supported center for digital journalism dedicated to telling the stories that matter to movements fighting against systems of oppression. For the next few months, “The Tight Rope” and The Real News Network have partnered to bring you exclusive conversations with some of the world’s foremost thought leaders, educators, activists, artists, and intellectuals. Listen in as Dr. West and Max discuss how Fyodor Dostoevsky mutually inspired their worlds of ideas, and...
2021-01-2833 min
The Tight RopeFrederick Joseph - "The Black Friend" Talks Marketing for JusticeThis week, Dr. Cornel West & Professor Tricia Rose step out on The Tight Rope with Frederick Joseph: an award-winning marketing professional, media representation advocate, and author of the New York Times Bestseller, The Black Friend. Frederick is the sole creator of the largest GoFundMe campaign in history, the #BlackPantherChallenge, which ultimately generated over $43 million dollars in earned advertising and media, and it raised over $950K to allow more than 75,000 children worldwide to see 'Black Panther’ for free. Frederick talks to the professors about using his professional skill set and storytelling abilities to create action-based marketing campaigns centered on social justice and...
2021-01-2558 min
The Tight RopeRev. Barber (Pt.2) - Building on the Legacy of MLKBecome a member of our Patreon family for BTS access and more exclusive content! You can sign up here at https://www.patreon.com/thetightropepod.
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2021-01-1845 min
The Tight RopeRev. Barber (Pt.1) - "Why America May Go to Hell"Become a member of our Patreon family for BTS access and more exclusive content! You can sign up here at https://www.patreon.com/thetightropepod.
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2021-01-1433 min
The Tight RopeThe Tight Rope - CourageBecome a member of our Patreon family for BTS access and more exclusive content! You can sign up here at https://www.patreon.com/thetightropepod.
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2021-01-0754 min
The Tight RopeThe Tight Rope: 2020 ReflectionsThank you for joining us for the launch of The Tight Rope! For those of you who are just now stepping out on The Tight Rope with us, here is a look back at some very powerful moments on the program. We hope that you enjoy!
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2020-12-3158 min
The Tight RopeCommon - A Beautiful Revolution (Pt 1)In the final conversation of 2020, Dr. Cornel West and Professor Tricia Rose invite award-winning recording artist, actor, and activist Common to step out on The Tight Rope to talk about his new album, A Beautiful Revolution (Pt 1), and the power of allowing love to have the last word.
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2020-12-1754 min
The Tight RopeThe Tight Rope x Bad Faith - CrossoverIn this special crossover episode, Tight Rope co-hosts Dr. Cornel West and Dr. Tricia Rose join Briahna Joy Gray and Virgil Texas, co-hosts of the Bad Faith podcast.Become a member of our Patreon family for BTS access and more exclusive content! You can sign up here at https://www.patreon.com/thetightropepodLearn more at https://www.thetightropepodcast.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetightropepodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetightropepodTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/thetightropepod Creator/EP: Jeremy BerryEP/Host: Cornel WestEP/Host: Tricia RoseProducer: Allie HembroughProducer: James ArtisBeats x Butter (IG: @Butter_Records)#TheTightRope #CornelWest #TriciaRose
2020-12-101h 37
The Tight RopeFred Hampton Assassination: A People's History with #BlackPantherParty Lawyer Flint TaylorWe commemorate the assassination of Black Panther Party leaders Fred Hampton and Mark Clark, 51 years ago this week, with one of their lawyers, Flint Taylor. He tells Tricia Rose and Cornel West how he successfully sued the F.B.I. for orchestrating the massacre on Chicago's west side as part of COINTELPRO. Taylor is co-founder of the People's Law Office and author of "The Torture Machine: Racism and Police Violence in Chicago", now available via paperback, hardcover, or digital from your local independent bookstore.
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2020-11-3058 min
The Tight RopeRashad Robinson from Color Of Change on Joe Biden, Barack Obama, and Cancel CultureRashad Robinson, the fearless leader of Color Of Change, takes Tricia Rose and Cornel West inside his White House meeting with former President Barack Obama, reveals whether or not President-elect Joe Biden has thanked his organization for helping him win, and delivers a hopeful message for racial justice activists.
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2020-11-241h 04
The Tight RopePeppermint: I Live at the Intersection of Trans, Black, and Female #TDORTo commemorate the Transgender Day of Remembrance, Peppermint takes us behind the scenes of her activism, "RuPaul's Drag Race", and how her maternal grandmother shaped her political identity. Plus, Tricia Rose and Cornel West ponder the Biden-Bernie paradox for Black voters in this week's Office Hours session.
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2020-11-201h 03
The Tight RopeOffice Hours XL: Healing is Not the Next Darn StepFor the first time since the #Election2020 Watch Party, Tricia Rose and Cornel West share their thoughts, feelings, and formulations on where we are, where we might be going, and where we should be going, in this special extended Office Hours episode featuring questions from our Patreon peeps.
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2020-11-121h 05
The Tight RopeTracee Ellis Ross: I Don't Think I'm Funny, I'm Silly and Sewn to Joy and LightTracee Ellis Ross joins Tricia Rose and Cornel West on The Tight Rope for a deep dialogue about her experiences as a Black actress and the daughter of Diana Ross.
Between a lot of laughter, Ms. Ross shares the sources of her inspirations as an entertainer and as the CEO and Founder of PATTERN, a haircare brand she created “for the curly, coily and tight-textured masses.”
The three also discuss the importance and implications of joy and rest within marginalized groups, particularly Black communities.
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2020-11-051h 07
The Tight RopeDon't Let Trump Steal This Election: Kshama Sawant and Connie RiceSeattle Councilmember Kshama Sawant, a member of Socialist Alternative, and leading civil rights lawyer Connie Rice are organizing protests and sharpening their legal strategies, just in case President Donald Trump tries to steal this election rather than peacefully transferring power to former Vice President Joe Biden.
They joined Tricia Rose and Cornel West for the final hour of our live #Election2020 Watch Party, produced in cooperation with The Real News Network.
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2020-11-0530 min
The Tight RopeJacobin's Bhaskar Sunkara and Highlander Center's Ash-Lee Woodard HendersonSocialism became a wedge issue on the campaign trail and may have helped President Donald Trump win Florida. But those who call themselves socialists will keep fighting, including Jacobin Magazine editor Bhaskar Sunkara and Highlander Center co-executive director Ash-Lee Woodard Henderson. They joined Cornel West and Tricia Rose during their live #Election2020 Watch Party in cooperation with The Real News Network.
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2020-11-0531 min
The Tight RopeDr. Eddie Glaude: Millions of Americans Don't Give a Damn about DemocracyDr. Eddie Glaude reflects on the deep split in the fabric of American politics as part of our #Election2020 Watch Party with Cornel West and Tricia Rose, in cooperation with The Real News Network.
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2020-11-0426 min
The Tight RopeFather Pfleger and Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah: A Creative Prayer for #Election2020Tricia Rose and Cornel West started and ended their #Election2020 Watch Party with some spiritual and creative food. Father Michael Pfleger from the southside of Chicago and musician Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah set the mood for an emotional election night. Produced in cooperation with The Real News Network.
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2020-11-0429 min
The Tight RopeMarianne Williamson: Democratic Presidential Candidate Manifests a Better UniverseMarianne Williamson, acclaimed author and 2020 Democratic candidate for president, joined Cornel West and Tricia Rose on election night to mourn the lack of a landslide and visualize a stronger position for progressives in America's fractured political landscape. Produced in cooperation with The Real News Network.
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2020-11-0423 min
The Tight RopeMichael Moore: Turn Pre-Election Anxiety into Action and Hold Biden AccountableFilmmaker Michael Moore wanted his last conversation before election to be on The Tight Rope - and we were happy to welcome him back as our first returning guest. The Flint, Michigan native teams up with Cornel West and Tricia Rose to strategize the best way to get the proverbial ball all the way past the goal line. Hike!
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2020-11-0254 min
The Tight RopeFaith-Based and Pro-Choice: Black and Catholic Voters Shift Towards Reproductive JusticeAlexis McGill Johnson, president and CEO of the Planned Parenthood Action Fund, explains to her mentors Tricia Rose and Cornel West why more faith-based Black and Catholic are supporting reproductive freedom at a time when the U.S. Supreme Court is moving in the other direction, in this special pre-election edition of The Tight Rope.
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2020-11-0122 min
The Tight RopeRep. Ilhan Omar: What We Are Seeking to Do Has Never Been Done BeforeRep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN), the groundbreaking Somali-American activist from Minnesota, lays out her #PeopleFirst plan to transform American society and how the progressive movement will do if Democrats win back the Senate and the White House. Plus, Tricia Rose and Cornel West discuss the tale of two cities - Tulsa 1921 and Minneapolis 2020 - in this week's Office Hours session. This special edition of The Tight Rope is a takeover episode with Intelligence Squared.
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2020-10-3046 min
The Tight RopeOffice Hours: The Obama Generation is Discontented with DemocracyThe generation of folks who cast their first-ever vote for Barack Obama, also known as millennials, are feeling down about democracy, according to a new global study by the University of Cambridge. Tricia Rose and Cornel West reflect on the reasons for their discontent and why much of it is noble and justified, in this special Office Hours session.
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2020-10-2716 min
The Tight Rope#Debate After Party Briahna Joy Gray, Ron Daniels, and John FettermanCornel West and Tricia Rose hosted a Presidential Debate After Party with special guests Briahna Joy Gray, Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, and Dr. Ron Daniels.
Pennsylvania Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman is a democratic socialist and was once dubbed "America's coolest mayor" by the Guardian. He says his state is where the presidential election will be decided and updates us on the situation there.
Briahna Joy Gray was the National Press Secretary for Bernie Sanders' 2020 presidential campaign. A Jill Stein voter in 2016, she publicly said she would not endorse Joe Biden in the general election. She hosts a new podcast with...
2020-10-231h 32
The Tight RopeJack Conte: #LiveMusic Isn't Dead, It's Just Moving to PatreonPatreon co-founder and CEO Jack Conte tells Tricia Rose and Cornel West how the pandemic is driving musicians and other performers to create new models for survival, in this special edition of The Tight Rope.
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2020-10-211h 07
The Tight RopePatricia Arquette: How Her Oscar Speech Sparked a Revolution #EqualPay #ERAPatricia Arquette explains to Tricia Rose and Cornel West how her now-famous speech during the 2015 Academy Awards led to positive change for millions of women - and backlash from Black and LGBTQIA+ critics.
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2020-10-1656 min
The Tight Rope#VPDebate After Party @CornelWest @ProfTriciaRose @RepBarbaraLee Matt Gonzalez @TriciaForWICornel West and Tricia Rose host a live Vice Presidential Debate After Party featuring special guests Congresswoman Barbara Lee, Matt Gonzalez, and Tricia Zunker.
U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee represents California's 13th District and is a leading member of the Congressional Progressive, LGBT Equality, and Black Caucuses.
Matt Gonzalez ran as an independent vice presidential candidate in 2008 and was president of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors when Sen. Harris was elected S.F. District Attorney in 2003. He narrowly lost a tough S.F. mayor's race against Gavin Newsom and is now the chief attorney in the S.F. Public...
2020-10-0848 min
The Tight RopeDaniel Ellsberg: #JulianAssange Witness Blows the Whistle on America's Dark SidePentagon Papers whistleblower Daniel Ellsberg reveals to Cornel West and Tricia Rose what he said in his testimony during the Julian Assange extradition hearing and sheds light on America's dark side - then and now.
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Producer's note: This conversation was recorded a few hours before President Trump revealed his positive COVID-19 diagnosis.
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2020-10-0458 min
The Tight RopeDr. Anthony Fauci: The Real-Life Superhero Who Literally Has Saved Millions of LivesAnthony Fauci, M.D. delivers a prescription of hope in the midst of this global pandemic and sets the record straight after getting name-checked twice during the presidential debate. Plus, Office Hours is in session as Cornel West and Tricia Rose check in on our collective and personal mental health.
Producer's Note: This was recorded a few hours before it was revealed that President Trump tested positive for COVID-19.
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2020-10-0255 min
The Tight RopeMahershala Ali on Becoming Blade, Winning Oscars, and Discovering IslamOn this episode of The Tight Rope, Oscar-award winning actor Mahershala Ali opens up powerfully to our hosts Dr. Cornel West and Professor Tricia Rose about his life, his religion, his supporting role in Green Book, and his upcoming leading role in Blade. You won’t want to miss this fascinating, honest, and spiritual conversation with Mahershala. In Office Hours, Dr. West and Tricia remember Breonna Taylor and discuss the specific and collective loss felt about the decision to not charge the cops involved with her death on this episode of The Tight Rope.
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2020-10-011h 13
The Tight RopeOffice Hours #JusticeForBreonnaTaylorProfessors Cornel West and Tricia Rose reflect on the decision by Black Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron not to hold those responsible for killing Breonna Taylor accountable - and how the Movement for Black Lives can address this week's shooting of two Louisville police officers.
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2020-09-2508 min
The Tight RopeRakim: The Humility of Hip Hop's Greatest M.C.Episode Summary
On this episode of The Tight Rope, Professor Tricia Rose’s favorite MC of all time, Rakim, joins her and Dr. Cornel West for a conscious-raising conversation about the past, present, and future of hip hop and the “turning point” that this moment could be. Rakim lets us into his creative process and shows us that no one knows better than him the power of words, especially the words truth and humility. Dr. West and Tricia hold Office Hours to discuss the politics surrounding the whistleblower allegations of forced hysterectomies on ICE detainees on this episode of The Tight...
2020-09-241h 07
The Tight RopeOffice Hours on RBG: Our spirits become more fortified as things get grimmerProfessors Tricia Rose and Cornel West reflect on the legacy of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and offer solace to those of us mourning the painful consequences as much as the loss, in this special edition of Office Hours.
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2020-09-2120 min
The Tight RopeOffice Hours on ICE: This Is What Fascism Looks LikeProfessors Cornel West and Tricia Rose are open for Office Hours and this week, they examine the troubling past and present of America's bodily control of POC. A whistleblowing nurse alleges that an OB/GYN performed "questionable" hysterectomies on undocumented women inside a private ICE detention center in Georgia - and now Democrats in Congress hoping to defeat the President in November are investigating.
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2020-09-1808 min
The Tight RopeNoam Chomsky: Will the Human Experiment Continue?Episode Summary
On this episode of The Tight Rope, Professor Noam Chomsky shares with our hosts, Dr. Cornel West and Professor Tricia Rose, the wisdom that only comes with 91 years of experience. Linguist, social critic, and political activist, Professor Chomsky confronts issues of survival as he speaks on the impacts of the COVID pandemic and the decisions of the Trump administration locally and globally as well as the feasibility and necessity of a New Green Deal and the heroics of everyday, unknown people that truly make the difference. Join us for a reframing of what really matters during this time...
2020-09-1745 min
The Tight RopeGangster in the White House attacks Nikole Hannah-Jones and her controversial 1619 ProjectNikole Hannah-Jones, winner of the 2020 Pulitzer Prize, shares her upbringing in Iowa, the influence of Ida B. Wells, and the roots and reaction to her seminal 1619 Project.
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2020-09-121h 10
The Tight RopeTight Rope Funk Edition: Bootsy Collins and the Power of the OneEpisode Summary
Bootsy Collins transforms The Tight Rope on this Special Funk Edition. Bootsy, Dr. Cornel West, and Professor Tricia Rose talk all things funk in the context of the perils of following trends, the process of self-acceptance and self-discovery, confronting fear, and the “manipulation of the funk.” Bootsy shares details about his upcoming album The Power of the One. Hear what funk means to Bootsy Collins and how we must be funky in our own lives on this episode of The Tight Rope.
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2020-09-1052 min
The Tight RopeSaxophone Colossus Sonny Rollins celebrates his 90th birthday on The Tight RopeJazz elder and survivor Sonny Rollins shares his incredible stories from the past nine decades as one of the preeminent tenor saxophone players. He also delivers some existential wisdom for these challenging times and tells us why “It’s all good.”
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2020-09-0758 min
The Tight RopeFormer FBI Agent Erroll Southers Says Police Should be Guardians, Not GladiatorsEpisode Summary
Former police officer and F.B.I. agent Dr. Erroll Southers, director of Homegrown Violent Extremism Studies at the University of Southern California, reveals how to transform racist police departments from within, his motivations to join law enforcement, and the “ticking clock” which domestic white terrorists use to countdown to the year 2045, when America's population is expected to become majority P.O.C.
Plus, in Office Hours, hosts Dr. Cornel West and Professor Tricia Rose explore the structural limits and spiritual thresholds of America and ponder the existential question: Is America even capable of treating the masses of Blac...
2020-09-031h 04
The Tight RopeOffice Hours: Marvelous Resistance in WisconsinCornel West and Tricia Rose reflect on the good, bad, and ugly coming out of Wisconsin following the shooting of Jacob Blake and deadly attack on #BlackLivesMatter protesters by child soldier Kyle Rittenhouse.
"Thank God we've got this marvelous resistance taking place. Across the board. Beginning with the Milwaukee Bucks and with brother LeBron James. We salute them." -Cornel West
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2020-08-2822 min
The Tight RopeNFL veteran Michael Bennett: Uncomfortable ConversationsEpisode Summary
Join Dr. Cornel West and Professor Tricia Rose on this episode of The Tight Rope in their compelling conversation with NFL superstar and author of Things That Make White People Uncomfortable Michael Bennett. From the strong women in his life and the path to embracing his intellect, to the exploitation of celebrity and “ownership” in the NFL, Bennett engages on all levels with our hosts. Office Hours focuses on “COVID in the Classroom,” both its impact on the learning environment and its economic realities. Hear about Bennet’s thoughts on discernment, retirement, and Colin Kaepernick on The Tight Rope.
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2020-08-271h 10
The Tight Rope#DemConvention Watch Party with Ro Khanna, Zephyr Teachout, Howie Hawkins, and Angela WalkerCornel West and Tricia Rose bring you live coverage and commentary of the final night of the 2020 #DemConvention featuring Joe Biden's speech from Wilmington, Delaware and special guests Congressman Ro Khanna, Zephyr Teachout, Howie Hawkins, and Angela Walker.
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2020-08-212h 16
The Tight RopeGeorge Lipsitz: The Eminem of Black StudiesEpisode Summary
In this episode, Dr. Cornel West and Professor Tricia Rose nail down issues of white allyship, undoing invisible racist ideologies, and the hallmarks of possessive investment in whiteness with their beloved guest Professor George Lipsitz. They provide commentary on the leadership of the Black freedom movement of the past and present as well as the “slow violence” of racism rooted in power, interest, and property. Dr. Cornel West and Professor Tricia Rose hold office hours to offer their takes on the removal of racist monuments and its role in the larger work of dismantling systemic racism. This is an e...
2020-08-2057 min
The Tight Rope#DemConvention Watch Party with Connie RiceDay one of The Tight Rope @DemConvention watch party. Cornel West and Tricia Rose are joined by guest commentator Connie Rice from the Advancement Project. They unpack the keynote speeches of Bernie Sanders and Michelle Obama as well as speeches by Jim Clyburn, Doug Jones, and Amy Klobuchar. Watch our #DemConvention watch party live between 9-11pm ET during Joe Biden’s speech Thursday August 20 and Donald Trump’s speech Thursday August 27. Click here to receive reminders about our live watch parties on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VcNiCjNwSHs.
2020-08-182h 18
The Tight RopeHow Did Yara Shahidi Get James Baldwin's Signature?Episode Summary
In this episode of The Tight Rope, our hosts are joined by Dr. Cornel West’s very own student at Harvard, award-winning actress, producer, and change agent Yara Shahidi of Grown-ish fame. Learn about Yara’s passion for storytelling, her new production company 7th Sun that she launched with her mother, as well as her Black Iranian heritage. Yara reads and discusses her favorite passage from James Baldwin. The episode ends with a fascinating Office Hours discussion on John Lewis, his life, legacy, and politics. Join the rich dialogue that brings together joy and justice with Yara Shahidi, Dr...
2020-08-131h 02
The Tight RopeJane Elliott on why her Blue Eyes Brown Eyes exercise still rings trueEpisode Summary
In this episode, Dr. Cornel West and Professor Tricia Rose dance with their respected guest Jane Elliott on The Tight Rope. Known for her Blue Eyes/Brown Eyes Exercise and continued advocacy for anti-racist education and activism, Elliott debates with our hosts about the nature of racism and the language we use to discuss it. They wrestle with the inspiration of the present moment and the necessity to recognize the economic realities of the “lies” about race, along with the ever-importance of education. Join in the spirited conversation with “moral titan” Jane Elliott who emphasizes the possibility of change i...
2020-08-0655 min
The Tight RopeLecrae in The Deep End: Finding Restoration and Forward MotionEpisode Summary
In this episode of The Tight Rope, award-winning hip hop artist Lecrae joins Dr. Cornel West and Professor Tricia Rose for dialogue about posturing in the world of rap, the meaning of being a revolutionary Christian in today’s world, and the importance of having moral courage no matter what your ideology. They critique the policing of genres and stereotypes of Trap music. Lecrae also speaks vulnerably about his healing journey from depression after the “American dream” failed him and all of America. Be sure not to miss this powerful episode of The Tight Rope.
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2020-07-3049 min
The Tight RopeMichael Moore wishes Breonna Taylor a Happy BirthdayEpisode Summary
In this episode of The Tight Rope, Academy Award-winning filmmaker Michael Moore joins Dr. Cornel West and Professor Tricia Rose to shine light on the current state of crisis in America, white privilege, white fear, and citizen filmmakers. They emphatically connect the catastrophe of the criminal justice system to larger issues and discuss ways to move into a “new normal” that challenges bystander sensibility and police accountability taken out of the larger context of democratic accountability and multiracial solidarity. This is an episode of The Tight Rope that you do not want to miss.
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2020-07-2346 min
The Tight RopeBeyond Basketball with Isiah ThomasEpisode Summary
In this episode of The Tight Rope, Dr. Cornel West and Professor Tricia Rose extol the excellence and creativity of Black athletes, along with their special guest NBA legend Isiah Thomas. They discuss the role of education in and out of the home and how to bequeath to younger generations the tradition of having the courage to be the best. Thomas shares his experiences growing up in the 60s in the West Side of Chicago and the spirituality of taking care of people. Dr. West, Professor Rose, and Isiah Thomas take this episode of The Tight Rope back...
2020-07-2347 min
The Tight RopeDaveed Diggs: Tony Award-winning star of Hamilton says Watch My JoyEpisode Summary
In this episode of The Tight Rope, Dr. Cornel West and Professor Tricia Rose connect with Tony award winning actor and rapper Daveed Diggs to dive into his career, upbringing, influences, and playing the “fool.” They wrangle with the nuances of hip hop past and present, colorblind ideologies in theater, and the healing power of Black creativity. Get ready for the twists and turns in this episode of The Tight Rope!
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2020-07-231h 00
The Tight RopeGina Belafonte: Carrying forth the legacy of her father Harry BelafonteEpisode Summary
In this episode, things get heavy on The Tight Rope as Dr. Cornel West and Professor Tricia Rose, with their special guest Gina Belafonte, navigate the balance that artists must keep to be accessible and also stand resolutely for social justice. Spotlighting the importance of lyrical vision and imagining, they uncover paths to hope and sustenance in today’s music and its role in social movements. In the context of her father Harry Belafonte’s legacy, Gina Belafonte deepens the conversation on the necessity of intergenerational connections, personal commitment, and the arts in every arena of our lives. Don’...
2020-07-2348 min
The Tight RopeTTR 3: No justice, no peace: Rapsody on Art, Activism, and the Power of MusicEpisode SummaryIn this episode of The Tight Rope, Dr. Cornel West and Professor Tricia Rose engage in an honest and invigorating conversation with Grammy nominated emcee Rapsody. Calling in from Minneapolis, Minnesota, Rapsody speaks about current and future projects and her role in today’s young generation and music industry. Together, they wrestle with how to protect one’s creative spirit in a fad-driven, consumerist market. Tune in to this vulnerable and unforgettable episode of The Tight Rope. Cornel WestDr. Cornel West is Professor of the Practice of Public Philos...
2020-07-2300 min
The Tight RopePurple Rain: Prince's Legacy Lives OnEpisode Summary
Dr. Cornel West and Professor Tricia Rose unravel the Black pain of the present in the context of the tremendous legacy of African American creativity and music, in this special extended version of Office Hours. They connect Black musical tradition to the current political moment and pay special homage to Prince and his iconic “Purple Rain.” Discover how you can transform this current moment in this important episode of The Tight Rope.
Cornel West
Dr. Cornel West is Professor of the Practice of Public Philosophy at Harvard University. A prominent democratic intellectual, social critic, and political activist, West also s...
2020-07-2351 min
The Tight RopeAlexandria Ocasio-Cortez AOC Is Not Understood For Who She Really IsEpisode Summary
In this inaugural episode of The Tight Rope, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez aka #AOC shares her whirlwind journey from New York City to the halls of Congress, pulls the curtain on power, and explores what it will take to heal our nation. Plus, hosts Cornel West and Tricia Rose reflect on the movement to #DefundThePolice in their Office Hours segment.
Cornel West
Dr. Cornel West is Professor of the Practice of Public Philosophy at Harvard University. A prominent democratic intellectual, social critic, and political activist, West also serves as Professor Emeritus at Princeton University. He graduated Magna Cum Laude f...
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