Host Darren sits down with award-winning music journalist Marcus J. Moore for a deep dive into Tupac Shakur’s lasting impact as a Black revolutionary, cultural icon, and boundary-defying artist. Through compelling connections to the Black Panther Party, Kendrick Lamar, and the evolution of hip hop, this episode unpacks the complexity of Tupac’s humanity, the mythology of his legacy, and how his life—and untimely death—challenged ideas of masculinity and liberation. A must-listen for anyone curious about art’s power to shape identity, culture, and change.

To learn more about Marcus and his newest book "High and Rising: A Book About De La Soul," visit www.marcusjmoore.media

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