24. Adisa Banjoko on blending hip hop, chess, and martial arts

Adisa Banjoko, founder of the Hip Hop Chess Federation, developed a unique approach to helping youth embrace and apply alternative strategies to obstacles in life by providing an engaging, interactive program that helps youth cultivate the necessary life skills for success. At his center, they teach a blend of chess, hip hop performing arts, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu.  The center is open to all youths, but is especially programmed for those in violent neighborhoods. I had a fascinating conversation with Adisa about the intersection of hip hop, martial arts, and chess, and found the work he is doing to bring non-violence through these mediums remarkable. IF you enjoyed this conversation, my favor as usual is to please continue to share this podcast with others. It would mean so much if you also rate it and leave me feedback. If you would like to help keep this podcast going and support the work I do, visit my website or Patreon.com/sifumimichan to become a patron of the show. For comments or suggestions reach out on social media @sifumimichan Discussed in this episode: Hip Hop Chess Federation Tupac The Source Magazine Black Panther Newspaper Bobby McCall Digital Underground Lyrical Swords Volume 1 Brand Nubian Tribe Called Quest Hustle and Flow Bruce Lee Bobby Bruce and the Bronx, The Secrets of Hip Hop and Chess on Amazon Sun Tzu, The Art of War Art of Peace  Black Panther, Marvel Studios Luke Cage on Netflix Ezra Klein Podcast Rock the School Bells Wu Tang Clan Usagi Yojimbo Kiilu Nyasha Disclaimer: I am not a writer. I do not claim to be. Apologies for grammatical mistakes, long drawn out run on sentences, and anything else that drives you crazy. I promise it was not my intention.  Be lenient, please! Comment Rules: Be Cool. Critical is fine. If you’re rude, we’ll delete your stuff. Please do not put your URL in the comment text and please use your PERSONAL name or initials and not your business name, as the latter comes off like spam. Have fun and thanks for adding to the conversation!