All Science Of Breath Episodes
For the most part, I enjoy living in the United States. I mean, let's face it, I was born here. But every now and then, the ugly side of America is forced to reveal itself and I shutter at the lack of understanding that is ever present here.
An example of this is the immigration issue conjured up by the lonely state of Arizona. In response to the "border" issue faced by the US, Arizona has taken it upon itself to enforce a law that harkens back to the days of apartheid in South Africa. Legislation has made it so the police can detain anyone who they suspect of being an illegal citizen. Bear in mind that latinos comprise over 30% of Arizona’s population, and that's if you trust the skewed perspectives of the US Census. In my opinion, there is a higher number of latinos than that. Yet, the fear is that latinos will slowly overtake the number of whites in Arizona, and later in the United States. Why is this a fear? I suppose it has to do with power and control.
However, this is the United States. Our motto is that we are a melting pot of cultures, blended together to create a beautiful rainbow of humanity. But, the reality in this moment, is that Arizona is struggling with it's true identity. On a greater scale, the state could simply be a symbol of our growing pains as a country and as a world. I feel sorry for all you rednecks, conservatives and tea-baggers. In the immortal words of Nas, "America is browning". Better get your suntan lotion, and get comfortable with brown skin. In this episode, Vinroc and I chop it up on what it all means. Enjoy… - ZUMBI
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DOWNLOAD: Science of Breath: Episode 41: By the Time I Get to Arizona
PLAYLIST:
JustBegun Talib Kweli & Hi tek
Real Talk (featuring Ladybug Mecca) Encore
Real Talk (featuring Ladybug Mecca) Encore
Ask About Me f. Lloyd Jay Rock
move me no mountain Love unlimited
No Ideas Original Nas – The Lost Tapes
SUPASTAR (Inst. – Vocal) Group Home
Cool, Relax Kidz In The Hall ft Jay Electronica
She Makes Me Feel Alright (Instrumental) Freeway & Jake One
Jump on it Masters at Work
I Get Lifted George McCrae
Won’t Do feat. Miles Bonny Dela
leftovers Vinroc
Gone Baby, Don’t Be Lon Erykah Badu
Even If It Is So Q-Tip
House of Pain – Jump Around (Pete Rock Remix) House of Pain
Go Jazz rmx feat. Common Similak Chyld
