{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 115. Ken$on: Hip Hop and Masculinity","description":"This week, I sit down with hiphop artist Ken$on to talk about masculinity and Hip Hop. We discuss the definition and history of Hip hop,  toxic masculinity, and Ken$on's approach to music.   Oakland born and Berkeley raised lyricist and activist Emmanuel \u201cKen$on\u201d Williams blends authentic, skillful lyricism with street-level social commentary to tackle the root causes of systemic inequities. By tracing the dubious links between the financiers behind the world\u2019s most exploitative industries, Ken$on stands as a compelling example of true independence. Ken$on\u2019s grassroots journey has enabled him to create his own musical architecture\u2014from passing out demos on Dropbox to launching immersive digital album experiences and his own streaming app. Unfazed by the mainstream media\u2019s constraints, Ken$on carves his own path, confident that his vision will attract a dedicated following. Ken$on\u2019s dynamic stage presence energizes the Oakland First Fridays $MOAK Cypher at the Alan Bluebird Center for Justice, a showcase he curates, hosts, and performs with the $MOAK Collective\u2014empowering the next wave of Bay Area independent artists. To learn more or support Ken$on\u2019s grassroots movement, visit copsshouldntmurderpeople.com. $moak Collective https:\/\/linktr.ee\/smoakcollective ","author_name":"Untying Knots: Minds and Souls Untethered","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/556754","html":"