E62. Robert Battle: The Power of Community.

In today's episode, Robert explores what it means to lead with legacy in mind. We talk through the lessons learned from fully immersing oneself in their craft and the importance of building a community. Today’s episode is sure to leave you inspired so be sure to share your most motivational moments with us over on Twitter and Instagram at @blackimagination. You can also view this episode and catch up on others by visiting and subscribing to our YouTube channel The Institute of Black Imagination. You can find this and more content on IBI Digital at blackimagination.com.Things MentionedRobert Moses - “The Master Builder” History of Hip-HopMiami (Liberty City) Riot, 1980Liberty City Riots 1968What to ReadMy Story, My Dance: Robert Battle's Journey to Alvin Ailey by Lesa Cline-Ransome (Author)  Robert Battle (Foreword)Dancing Revelations: Alvin Ailey's Embodiment of African American Culture by Thomas F DefrantzBlack Bodies, White Gazes: The Continuing Significance of Race in America by George YancyI Am Dance: Words and Images of the Black Dancer by Hal Banfield What to listen toSaving All My Love - Whitney HoustonLiving For The City - Stevie Wonder Miami - Will SmithRevelations - Album by Alvin AileyWho to followFollow Robert Battle on IG @alvinaileyLearn more about Robert at Robert Battle This conversation was recorded on October 7th, 2022.Host Dario Calmese Producer: Coniqua Johnson Visual Art Direction and Designs: River Wildmen,