It's been 30 years since hip-hop was born on the poverty-stricken streets of the South Bronx. So how did it become the economic powerhouse it is today? We take a look at the state of the genre with New York Times music critic Kelefa Sanneh. Also, journalist and author Anthony Bozza visits to discuss Whatever You Say I Am, his recent biography of the controversial and often reviled rapper Eminem. He'll address the question, "Did Eminem change or did america finally figure him out?"
A History of Hip Hop
New York Times music critic Kelefa Sanneh joins us to look at the evolution of rap music from the Bronx to its current popularity.
My Dinner with Eminem
Eminem biographer Anthony Bozza discusses his adventures with the Detroit rapper.
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