In today’s episode, you’ll hear an intimate discussion between Russell Simmons and Jacky Jasper. Today, Jacky delves into the mind of the man behind Def Jam Records, to uncover Uncle Russ’ stance on the relationship between the state of race and economics in America. The music mogul credits Hip Hop for helping to merge races, yet admits that poverty is still very prevalent in our society.

Jacky Jasper agrees, admitting that one does not have to leave their neighborhood, let alone this country to see the underprivileged living amongst us.

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