The Final Word on 4:44—DJ Clark Kent On How Jay-Z Proved “A 47-Year-Old Guy Can Take Back Rap Again”

Legendary producer and hip-hop historian DJ Clark Kent passed away in 2024, but his sharp commentary on the genre's greatest moments continues to define cultural milestones. One of his most…

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Hip-Hop History: DJ Clark Kent’s Untold Story of Getting Notorious B.I.G. on Jay-Z’s “Brooklyn’s Finest”

The late, great producer and hip-hop legend DJ Clark Kent was known for his pivotal role in shaping the sound of '90s rap, particularly through his work with Jay-Z and The Notorious…

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The Voice Behind the Mystery: Susan Bennett on Siri, Sass, and the “Zero Divided by Zero” Riddle

In April 2017, I had a truly surreal "buttoned-up" conversation with Susan Bennett—the original voice of Apple’s Siri. While millions of people around the world talk to her every day,…

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The Final Word—Remembering DJ Clark Kent’s Ultimate Reason For Picking Jay-Z’s Reasonable Doubt Over Kanye’s Debut

The hip-hop community continues to reflect on the immense legacy of DJ Clark Kent (Rodolfo A. Franklin), the legendary producer and cultural figure who passed away in October 2024 at the age…

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The Greatness Interrupted: Why Craig Hodges Still Believes Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf Was the NBA’s “Lost” Scoring King

When I interviewed Craig Hodges for Scoop B Radio in August 2017, the conversation centered on a theme that has defined Hodges’ own life: the price of conviction. But Hodges wasn't just there to…

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