Fight the Power: How Hip Hop Changed the World
Chuck D from Public Enemy explores Hip Hop’s political awakening over the last 50 years.

The Foundation
S1 Ep1 | 54m 14s
Discover the factors that led to the birth of Hip Hop and its first hit in 1982.

Culture Wars
S1 Ep3 | 54m 35s
Experience the 1990s and the unstoppable rise in the popularity of Hip Hop.

Still Fighting
S1 Ep4 | 54m 59s
From successful artists to changing history, follow the global evolution of Hip Hop.

Producers Chuck D and Lorrie Boula on Hip Hop Turning 50
2m
Executive Producers Chuck D and Lorrie Boula discuss Hip Hop's impact.

The Birth Of Hip Hop
S1 Ep1 | 1m 34s
Examines the four cultures brought together by DJ Kool Herc to create Hip Hop.

Where the Spirit of Hip Hop Originated
S1 Ep1 | 2m 52s
The deaths of JFK, Malcolm X, Martin Luther King Jr. and the Vietnam War shape the nation.

The Police and Gangs Of Southern California
S1 Ep2 | 2m 18s
Police violence influences the Hip Hop sounds coming out of Southern California.

How Public Enemy's 'Fight The Power' Became an Anthem
S1 Ep2 | 2m 55s
Spike Lee finds the anthem for his new film with Public Enemy in 'Fight the Power.'

Episode 3 Preview
S1 Ep3 | 30s
Experience the 1990s and the unstoppable rise in the popularity of Hip Hop.

90's Hip Hop Reflected Realities on the Street
S1 Ep3 | 2m 10s
Many fans and musicians saw 90's Hip Hop as a reflection of reality.

The First Feminist Hip Hop Anthem
S1 Ep3 | 2m 5s
Queen Latifah emerges as a Hip Hop pioneer with her release of 'Ladies First.'

‘Tough on Crime’ Bill Translates into Mass Incarceration
S1 Ep3 | 4m 58s
1 in 3 Black males get caught up in the criminal justice system after the bill passes.

Episode 4 Preview
S1 Ep4 | 30s
From successful artists to changing history, follow the global evolution of Hip Hop.

After Hurricane Katrina Hit, Hip Hop Stars Stepped Up
S1 Ep4 | 2m 40s
Hip Hop artists step up to aid victims of Hurricane Katrina.

Hip Hop Artists Mobilize for Obama
S1 Ep4 | 3m 20s
Examines Hip Hop community's role in electing Barack Obama to President of the United Stat
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