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Nikki Giovanni: Poetry, influencing the birth of hip-hop, and why being talented means being lonely

Nikki Giovanni: Poetry, influencing the birth of hip-hop, and why being talented means being lonely

FromQ with Tom Power


Nikki Giovanni: Poetry, influencing the birth of hip-hop, and why being talented means being lonely

FromQ with Tom Power

ratings:
Length:
34 minutes
Released:
Jan 18, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Considered one of the world’s greatest living poets, Nikki Giovanni carved out a revolutionary legacy during the civil rights era with poems that uplifted the experiences of Black Americans. Decades later, Nikki’s writing and interviews have grown increasingly personal – offering insight into her childhood, health struggles and thoughts on growing older. She shares her story in the new documentary, “Going To Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project.” Nikki tells Tom about being involved in the birth of hip-hop, why artists should go to space, and how she packed a club of 100 people, including guests like Morgan Freeman and Nina Simone.
Released:
Jan 18, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

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