About this episode
This week on Stop, Look & Listen, ?? host LeTroy Gardner sits down with legendary multihyphenate Hakim Green of Channel Live—artist, activist, scholar, and cultural architect—for a powerful conversation about legacy, purpose, and the soul of hip-hop. ??Hakim takes us back to East Orange, New Jersey, sharing how early hip-hop influences shaped his worldview, his time as a background dancer for Naughty by Nature, and the journey that led to forming Channel Live. ? We dive deep into the making of the iconic track “Mad Izm,” the influence of trailblazers like KRS-One, and how true lyricism became a tool for education and empowerment. ??Beyond the mic, Hakim opens up about his work in education, activism, and cannabis advocacy, including his mission-driven initiatives 24 Hours of Peace and Mad Izm Inc., all aimed at uplifting communities and preserving hip-hop’s original intent. ???Whether you’re a die-hard hip-hop head or passionate about social change, this episode delivers real gems, real history, and real talk. ??
