VITAL HOOPS
By Fernando Cardenas
Basketball, Panafricanism, Hip Hop culture and the holistic plant based lifestyle.
VITAL HOOPSMay 15, 2024
57. "Panaf' Hip Hop"
On episode 57 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Fernando speaks about "Panaf' Hip Hop" which was organised by the Panafrican League UMOJA (LP-U) and took place on May 11th 2024 in Canal 93. Fernando also breaks down the 10th Element of Hip Hop which was introduced for the first time in France during "Panaf' Hip Hop" and he finishes the show by talking about the NBA Playoffs.
Panafrican League UMOJA (LP-U)
https://lp-umoja.com
IG: lpufrance / panafhiphopfrance
Hip Hop Is Green
https://hiphopisgreen.com
IG: hiphopisgreen / 10thelementofhiphop
VITAL HOOPS Podcast Ep. 20 feat. Keith Tucker
https://youtu.be/6f3arZxkDLQ?si=HQ3uag9g01CignE4
The Indigenous Nightmare Podcast
https://www.youtube.com/live/--cqYk_zrJ0?si=vTJmqb5LJp3CR6Ry
HABANA NEGRA feat. Roberto Zurbano
https://youtu.be/sxE1wAd66tA?si=J5KLCd7SorMYUzXQ
VITAL HOOPS
IG: VitalHoopsPodcast
Facebook: Vital Hoops
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Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com
https://www.vitalhoops.net
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56. "Child of Ogun" Feat. Ben Njie aka Blak Pantha
On episode 56 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast, Ben Njie speaks about African spirituality and the importance of going back in order to move forward with the proper knowledge and understanding. Ben also speaks on the importance of panafricanism and how he became a panafricanist being directly connected to the motherland through his father. Ben later speaks about his professional basketball career in the Dominican Republic. The conversation ends with Ben and Fernando talking about the 2024 NBA Playoffs.
Book recommendations:
Spears of The Mossi Vol.1 - 5
http://sametreedifferentbranchpublishing.com/
Ben Njie aka Blak Pantha
IG: @BlakpanthaMossi and @G_panthersbasket
YouTube: Mossi Warrior Clan and Blak Pantha Mossi Website
http://www.blakpanthaserer.com
https://www.ldcbasket.com
VITAL HOOPS
IG: VitalHoopsPodcast
Facebook: Vital Hoops
Twitter (X): VitalHoopsPod
Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com
https://www.vitalhoops.net
Panaf’ Hip Hop
https://www.helloasso.com/associations/ligue-panafricaine-umoja-l-p-u/collectes/soutien-a-l-evenement-panaf-hip-hop-edition-2024
Panafrikan (LP-U)
https://lpumoja.gumroad.com/l/bbwyc
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55. "Buckets"
On Episode 55 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Fernando begins by talking about "Panaf' Hip Hop", the upcoming event organised by the Panafrican League UMOJA (LP-U) in Paris, France. Fernando breaks down round 1 of the NBA playoffs, talks about the Knicks, the NCAA Final Four and more basketball talk.
"Panaf' Hip Hop
"https://www.helloasso.com/associations/ligue-panafricaine-umoja-l-p-u/evenements/panaf-hip-hop-le-hip-hop-une-culture-panafricaine-et-revolutionnaire
The Indigenous Nightmare Podcast (a conversation on Cuba/Haiti)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JX11v8Z1c5g
HABANA NEGRA
https://www.youtube.com/@Habananegra2024
VITAL HOOPS
IG: VitalHoopsPodcast
Facebook: Vital Hoops
Twitter (X): VitalHoopsPod
Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com
https://www.vitalhoops.net
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54. "The Writer" Feat. George "Sen-1" Morillo
Book recommendations from Sen-1:
"1492: What Is It Like To Be Discovered?" by Deborah Small
"The Wretched of the Earth" by Frantz Fanon
"Seize The Time" by Bobby Seale
"Assata" by Assata Shakur
"3/5 an MC: The Manufacturing of a Dumbed Down Rapper" by Wise Intelligent
"The Bandana Republic: A Literacy Anthology by Gang Members and Their Affiliates"
"Jean Michel Basquiat. 40th Ed."
George "Sen-1" Morillo
IG: @sen1original
Facebook: George Sen Morillo
www.sen1.com
"The Last Bomb" Documentary
vimeo.com/536172836
VITAL HOOPS
IG: VitalHoopsPodcast
Facebook: Vital Hoops
Twitter (X): VitalHoopsPod
Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com
www.vitalhoops.net
www.facebook.com/grepcuba/
guerrillarepublik.org
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53. "Be Healthy" Feat. Kenisha Brockington
On episode 53 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Kenisha begins by talking about her story and how she got into health and became a certified trainer and nutritionist.
Fernando and Kenisha break down health, its importance and all of its components.
Book recommendation from Kenisha:
"Fast Like a Girl" and "The Metapause Reset" by Dr. Mindy Pelz
"Midnight" by Sister Souljah
Kenisha Brockington
IG: @health_is_kei & @healthandhiphopshow https://www.youtube.com/@healthandhiphopshow
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IG: VitalHoopsPodcast
Facebook: Vital Hoops
Twitter: VitalHoopsPod
Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com
HABANA NEGRA
https://www.youtube.com/@Habananegra2024
https://www.vitalhoops.net
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52. "Stolen From Africa" Feat. Vladimir Mitchell Gonzalez
On Episode 52 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast, Vladimir and Fernando discuss the following topics.
- moving from Guantanamo to Ciego De Avila
- the important of Cuban Hip Hop to black consciousness in Cuba
- playing basketball in the streets of Cuba
- The Cuban basketball league and the national team beating the USA
- FIBA world rankings and the Basketball Africa League
- The importance of Haiti ad the hypocrisy of Canada
- Afro Cubans and police brutality in Cuba
Books Recommendation from Vladimir:
"How Europe Underdeveloped Africa" by Walter Rodney
Habana Negra
https://www.youtube.com/@Habananegra2024
Vladimir Mitchell Gonzalez
IG: VladMglez
Facebook: Vlad Mglez
VITAL HOOPS Podcast
IG: VitalHoopsPodcast
Facebook: Vital Hoops
Twitter: VitalHoopsPod
Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com
https://www.vitalhoops.net
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51. "Sports, Capitalism & White Hegemony" Feat. Isaac Jasper
On episode 51 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Isaac begins by sharing his experience as a sports journalist. Isaac and Fernando share various examples of how pro sports are used to push capitalism from the Super Bowl to the NBA All Star Game and more. The two also elaborate on Craig Hodges, Paul Robeson, Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, the Tony Snell situation, Drake vs. Mos Def aka Yasiin Bey and much more. The conversation ends with a short vegan talk.
Book Recommendation by Isaac Jasper.
"Consciencism" by Kwame Nkrumah
"Stokely Speaks; Black power back to Pan-Africanism" by Kwame Ture
Isaac Jasper
Twitter (X): @ohlone9gen
IG: @theindigenousnightmarepod / @indigenousnightmare
Venmo: Jasper-Steinline
PayPal: @Isaacjasper
https://www.youtube.com/@theindigenousnightmarepodc1340
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IG: VitalHoopsPodcast
Facebook: Vital Hoops
Twitter (X): VitalHoopsPod
Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com
https://www.vitalhoops.net
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50. "Propaganda & Misinformation"
On Episode 50 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast, Fernando speaks about players having 40, 50, 60 and 70 point games in the NBA. He talks about the Drake VS. Yasiin Bey aka Mos Def situation. He also talks about the Giannis Antetokounmpo documentary "UGO" and the Bob Marley movie.
HABANA NEGRA https://www.youtube.com/@Habananegra2024
PANAFRIKAN online magazine https://lpumoja.gumroad.com/l/hcqrqq?layout=profile Ligue Panafricaine UMOJA (Panafrican League UMOJA) https://lp-umoja.com VITAL HOOPS Podcast https://www.vitalhoops.net IG: VitalHoopsPodcast Facebook: Vital Hoops Twitter: VitalHoopsPod Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com VITAL HOOPS is 4 THE KULTURE
49. "From Lesotho to the World" Feat. Trésor Mawanda
On episode 49 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Trésor talks about his journey as a coach and basketball player. He and Fernando later elaborate on coaching youth basketball, Basketball in France, the difference between hoopers and other athletes, Slam Magazine, New York City point gods and much more. Trésor Mawanda
IG: @debonairchocl8eclair (basketball)
@o_bandido_trey_ze (dance) VITAL HOOPS IG: VitalHoopsPodcast Facebook: Vital Hoops Twitter: VitalHoopsPod Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com https://www.vitalhoops.net VITAL HOOPS is 4 THE KULTURE
48. "Self-Discipline"
On Episode 48 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast, Fernando speaks about the importance of self-discipline to begin the year 2024. The Indigenous Nightmare Podcast feat. Fernando CARDENAS https://youtu.be/ophIb33NuUg?si=20uS0NjW7lXp91t- Ligue Panafricaine UMOJA (Panafrican League UMOJA) https://lp-umoja.com VITAL HOOPS Podcast https://www.vitalhoops.net IG: VitalHoopsPodcast Facebook: Vital Hoops Twitter: VitalHoopsPod Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com VITAL HOOPS is 4 THE KULTURE
47. "Ideology Is All" (Part II) Feat. Diallo Kenyatta
On Episode 47 (Part II) of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Diallo speaks about: -Veganism -Ecology -The "human kind" discussion -FBA & ADOS -Afro latiNOs & the N word -Racism in Cuba -Black solidarity -Culture Book Recommendations: "The Myth and Propaganda of Black Buying Power" by Dr. Jarad A. Ball "Who Stole the Soul? the Weaponization of Hip Hop: A Historical & Sociological Perspective" by Bernard O. Creamer Jr. "Locking Up Our Own" by James Forman Jr. "endgame Volume I: The Problem of Civilisation" by Derrick Jensen "About Behaviorism" and "Beyond Freedom & Dignity" by B.F. Skinner "African History for Beginners" by Herb Boyd and the entire "For Beginners" series of books "When Touch Becomes a Luxury" by Devin Wright "Dirty Little Secrets" by Dr. Claud Anderson "Defining Moments in Black History: Reading Between The Lines" by Dick Gregory "Up from Slavery" by Booker T. Washington Diallo Kenyatta IG: DialloKenyatta Facebook: Diallo Kenyatta Twitter: DialloKenyatta
https://www.youtube.com/@UCFeHg_K4Tw9Yt-UjxGcSnhw https://diallokenyatta.com https://africanworldorder.com VITAL HOOPS IG: VitalHoopsPodcast Facebook: Vital Hoops Twitter: VitalHoopsPod Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com https://www.vitalhoops.net VITAL HOOPS is 4 THE KULTURE
46. "Ideology Is All" (Part I) Feat. Diallo Kenyatta
On Episode 46 (Part I) of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Diallo speaks about:
-Pan-Africanism
-African Spirituality
-Feminism
A lot more coming on Part II available Thursday December 28th 2023.
Diallo Kenyatta
IG: DialloKenyatta
Facebook: Diallo Kenyatta
Twitter: DialloKenyatta
https://www.youtube.com/@DialloKenyatta
https://africanworldorder.com/
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45. "By Any Means Necessary" Feat. Omowale Adewale
On Episode 45 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Omowale speaks about:
-Growing up with a mother in the Black Panther Party
-Becoming an organiser
-Transitioning from Vegetarian to Vegan
-Black VegFest
-Liberation Farm and the importance of cultivating food
Book recommendation:
"Why I Became a Revolutionary" By Omali Yeshitela
"Overturning The Culture of Violence" By Omali Yashitela and Penny Hess
"Dept, The IMF, and The World Bank" By Eric Toussaint and Damien Millet
"An Introduction to Veganism & Agricultural Globalism" By Omowale Adewale
https://liberationfarm.org/store/ols/products/an-introduction-to-veganism--agricultural-globalism-by-omowale-adewale
Omowale Adewale
IG: LiberationFarmnys - BlackVegFest
Facebook: LiberationFarmnys
Twitter: LiberationFarm
https://liberationfarm.org
https://blackvegfest.org
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Facebook: Vital Hoops
Twitter: VitalHoopsPod
Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com
https://www.vitalhoops.net
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44. "Hip Hop Appreciation"
On Episode 44 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Fernando takes advantage of Hip Hop Appreciation Month to share 5 great albums...
Wise The Dome by Rakeem Shabazz & Furious Stylez
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfWFtXbYxUJMHd2R1E8Bb-211RsusBwSX&si=N_DKRuJcSbHTQO_4
Miles Garvey by Skipp Coon
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_ko5oWkSzUkiKpokDWSIIyWJgALQkg0Low&si=6U24HpZgJsH8hRns
Moor CLTR by Marcel P. Black & M Slago
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mtkltBRNWxI6QlhQkOkd1oIcdam20nsH0&si=u37zKtlUFnm4ValB
The Price of Bread by Ne$$ & Baby J
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_kNqnzmlwhIye5agUo9wDhKUna1EVL_IsE&si=_8AMi-P8NF5OIJka
Despues de Mañana by Bocafloja
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nTvQSQQGIxLp9H-NFxT7jm3VM1wpupb7A&si=vXkBA0epRK3FUuy3
Book recommendation:
"3/5 an MC: The Manufacturing of a Dumbed Down Rapper" by Wise Intelligent
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IG: VitalHoopsPodcast
Facebook: Vital Hoops
Twitter: VitalHoopsPod
Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com
https://www.vitalhoops.net
https://www.italfoodfest.com
https://lp-umoja.com
https://guerrillarepublik.org
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43. "Ital Is Vital" Feat. Chef Troy
Chef Troy Levy is an Ital / vegan chef, TV presenter and cookbook author, who founded Chef Troy’s Table, a private Chef Company inspired by fresh organic ingredients and taste of the islands. He appears on the VITAL HOOPS Podcast for the first time to talk about the Ital way of life as well as the inaugural ITAL FOOD FEST which will take place in Jamaica on November 25th 2023.
Get your tickets now at
https://www.italfoodfest.com
Book Recommendation:
The Wise Mind of H.I.M Emperor Haile Sllassie I
"The Power of Now" by Eckhart Tolle"
The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success" by Deepak Chopra
Chef Troy
IG: ChefTroys_table
Facebook: Troy.Levy.376
Twitter: ChefTroy1st
https://cheftroystable.com
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IG: VitalHoopsPodcast
Facebook: Vital Hoops
Twitter: VitalHoopsPod
Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com
https://www.vitalhoops.net
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42. "The Wrong Side of History"
On Episode 42 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Fernando speaks about: -The Documentary of Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf being held up by the NBA. -The NBA and NBPA releasing a statement supporting Israel. -Floyd Mayweather and LeBron James supporting Isreal. -The genocide in Palestine. -The genocide in the Congo. -The WNBA Finals and the top teams in the NBA. Panafrikan Magazine: https://lpumoja.gumroad.com/l/gzsie Book recommendation: "Stokely Speaks; From Black Power to Pan-Africanism" by Stokely Carmichael aka Kwame Ture. VITAL HOOPS IG: VitalHoopsPodcast Facebook: Vital Hoops Twitter: VitalHoopsPod Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com https://www.vitalhoops.net VITAL HOOPS is 4 THE KULTURE
41. "Let's Re-Evaluate all That!"
On Episode 41 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Fernando spoke about: -The WNBA Finals and EuroLeague. -Deon Sanders, Jay-Z and celebrity worshiping. -The "get the bag culture". -Cutting people off and keeping "successfull" people in your circle. VITAL HOOPS IG: VitalHoopsPodcast Facebook: Vital Hoops Twitter: VitalHoopsPod Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com https://www.vitalhoops.net VITAL HOOPS is 4 THE KULTURE
40. "Vegan Life" Feat. Pierre Jacobs
Pierre Jacobs (Train For Greatness) is a health and fitness coach, a nutrition coach and a personal trainer. He is back on the VITAL HOOPS Podcast for the 4th time to get a little deeper into veganism.
Pierre and Fernando spoke about:
-The FIBA basketball world cup.
-Pierre training the Montgermont basketball club in France.
-When and why they became vegan.-
The different reasons people become vegan.
-Healthy vs Unhealthy vegans.-
The myths associated with veganism.
-Identifying as Vegan, Afro Vegan, Plant Based, Ital.
-The Blue Zones.
-Vegan documentaries that may help.
Book Recommendation:
The China Study - The Most Comprehensive Study of Nutrition Ever Conducted. by T. Colin Campbell (phD)
You can follow Pierre Jacobs on Instagram and TikTok @Train4Greatness , Facebook is "Train For Greatness". You may also reach out to Pierre. via email at TFGfit@gmail.com
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39. "Everything is Political"
On episode 39 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Fernando talks about his preseason workouts with Coach P of Train For Greatness (IG: @train4greatness). He later gets into the FIBA worldcup, France losing early, Nicolas Batum's comments and Noah Lyles on the "World Champions". Fernando finishes by talking about the whitewashing of Hip Hop and the importance of being in solidarity with our people in the mother land now more than ever. VITAL HOOPS IG: VitalHoopsPodcast Facebook: Vital Hoops Twitter: VitalHoopsPod Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com https://www.vitalhoops.net VITAL HOOPS is 4 THE KULTURE
38. "Special Edition" Feat. Pierre Jacobs
On episode 38 pf the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Pierre Jacobs and Fernando are live from Rennes, France were they talk about a variety of topics mainly related to basketball, from their pre season intense work, to the FIBA Worldcup, to the NBA, to Kyrie Irving's new shoe deal, to Mahmoud Abdul Rauf and Colin Kaepernick.
Follow Pierre Jacobs on Instagram and TikTok @Train4Greatness, Facebook is "Train For Greatness" and you can also email him at TFGFit@gmail.com
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37. "Pan-Afrikanism & Hip Hop" (Part3/3) Feat. Marcel P. Black
Episode 37 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast is Part 3 of a 3 part series celebrating 50 Years of Hip Hop.
On this episode, Marcel P. Black begins by talking about his experience on tour.
He speaks about his humble beginnings and how Hip Hop today is being used against our people.
After that Marcel and Fernando talk about the importance of Pan-Afrikanism and Hip Hop being a Pan-Afrikan culture.
Marcel finishes by talking about Emcees rapping over vocals and his wishes for the next 50 years of Hip Hop culture.
Book Recommendation by Marcel P. Black:
"Documents of the Black Liberation Army"
Marcel P. Black:
IG: @Marcelpblack
Twitter: @Marcelpblack
Facebook: Marcel P. Black
http://marcelpblack.blogspot.com
https://marcelpblack.bandcamp.com/album/moor-cltr-ep
http://marcelpblack.blogspot.com/2023/06/marcel-p-black-m-slago-moor-cltr-ep.html?m=1
340 MS:
https://www.vitalhoops.net/340ms
340 MS album "4 The Culture" https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4uMOukM7g_JcbmcRBWfDqw
GUERRILLA REPUBLIK CUBA
https://guerrillarepublik.org/guerrilla-republik-cuba-el-otro-lado-de-tu-lado/
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Facebook: Vital Hoops
Twitter: VitalHoopsPod
Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com
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also check out https://guerrillarepublik.org
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36. "Cuban Hip Hop" (Part 2/3) Feat. Pablo Herrera
Episode 36 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast is Part 2 of a 3 part series celebrating 50 Years of Hip Hop.
On this episode, the legendary cuban Hip Hop producer Pablo Herrera opens up by discussing with Fernando the link between Emcees and Athletes.
After that Pablo talks about his story growing up in Cuba and falling in love with Hip Hop as well as the early stages of Hip Hop on the island.
Later Pablo and Fernando speak about the importance of Black August and the political consciousness. Pablo also mentions his experience with Black Star, dead prez and The Roots in Havana.
The two finish by elaborating a little on the cuban revolution and racism in Cuba.
Book Recommendations by Pablo Herrera:
"Racial Politics in Post-Revolutionary Cuba" by Mark Q. Sawyer
"Antiracism in Cuba - The Unfinished Revolution" by Devyn Spence Benson
"Cuban Underground Hip Hop" by Tanya L. Saunders
"Negro Soy Yo - Hip Hop and Raced Citizenship in Neoliberal Cuba" by Marc D. Perry
Music produced by Pablo Herrera:
https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/kqycbRXoZLoPATMf8
https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/5xnzhJah3L7RHyu56
https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/s2JN73fR6Awx8Mct8
https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/1KBaXLX5mpSCb4NE9
https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/mc6RJZrVRJSCAwym7
340 MS videos:
https://youtu.be/2b_QXTAl08g?si=SWm7C61LOcxqB36T
https://youtu.be/kEuOPPG8R9o?si=aqt6-DiMy6WeUwXl
https://youtu.be/MBkTp4oykkE?si=q11FRVEq0ZgUvFWT
https://youtu.be/NEUcEHxnuxY?si=utNQ073yMP8zF2m3
More info on Pablo Herrera:
https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/acm/pablo-d-herrera-veitia
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35. "The Origins of Hip Hop" (Part 1/3) Feat. Eloh Kush & Jahbaton
Episode 35 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast is Part 1 of a 3 part series celebrating 50 Years of Hip Hop.
On this episode, Eloh Kush and Jahbaton explain what Hip Hop means to them and how they got into the culture.
Eloh Kush, Jahbaton and Fernando later talk about the origins of the culture and the importance of supporting real Hip Hop.
The episode ends as they elaborate on 50 years of Hip Hop and the future.
Book recommendations:
Eloh Kush: "A Few Dayz in the County Maze" by Eloh Kush
Jahbaton: "DNA of the Gods" by Christine Hardy
"MAROONZ" by Eloh Kush & Jahbaton
https://elohkush.com
https://youtu.be/iV832gx9X7w
https://elohkush.bandcamp.com
IG: elohkush
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https://www.vitalhoops.net
also check out
https://guerrillarepublik.org
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34. "Reclaiming The Kulture"
On Episode 34 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Fernando talk NBA Finals, NBA Draft, French League, Pro Am and Tournaments as well as staying healthy.
He later talks about reclaiming the culture and announces three part podcast series with special guests for 50 Years of Hip Hop.
GUERRILLA REPUBLIK : 20TH ANNIVERSARY LOVE & SACRIFICE MIXTAPE EDTION
https://guerrillarepublik.org/guerrilla-republik-20th-anniversary-love-sacrifice-mixtape-edtion/
PANAFRIKAN MAGAZINE N. 25 (Ligue Panafricaine - UMOJA)
👉🏿Digital Version
https://lpumoja.gumroad.com/l/korat
👉🏿Hard cover and/or other things to support the LP-U.
Book recommendation:
"The Cultural Unity of Black Africa" by Cheikh Anta Diop
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33. "Cuba & Afro Cubans"
On episode 33 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Fernando elaborates on life in Cuba, the cuban revolution, racism, the embargo, and what is next for Afro Cubans. Book recommendation: "Contra El Silencio" by Quince Duncan VITAL HOOPS IG: VitalHoopsPodcast Facebook: Vital Hoops Twitter: VitalHoopsPod Email: vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com https://www.vitalhoops.net VITAL HOOPS is 4 THE KULTURE
32. "Afro Vegan"
On episode 32 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Fernando begins by sharing his definition of Afro Veganism.
Fernando then gives advise on summer hoops and how to train during the "off season".
After that, Fernando shares his NBA Finals prediction and talks everything basketball from Victor Wembanyama to the retirement of the great Carmelo Anthony.
Fernando ends on a serious note talking about political prisoners worldwide and Seun Kuti.
Book recommendation:
"The Wretched of the Earth" by Frantz Fanon
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31. "Recover 4 Greatness" Feat. Pierre Jacobs
On episode 31 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Pierre Jacobs begins by explaining how he became a health and fitness coach.
After that, Pierre and Fernando discuss their family vacation in Paris, France.
Later on Pierre breaks down the 5 pillars of recovery for athletes.
Pierre and Fernando finish the show by talking about the NBA playoffs and the importance of holistic health.
Book Recommendation:
Pierre Jacobs- "The Blue Zones Solutions" by Dan Buettner
Social Media:
Pierre Jacobs
IG: Train4greatness
Facebook: Train For Greatness
TikTok: Train4Greatness
Email: TFGFit@gmail.com
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30. "Game Time"
On Episode 30 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast, Fernando begins by talking about the war in Sudan and the latest "Panafrikan" (online magazine of the LP-U).
Fernando then speaks on the Basketball Africa League and the EuroLeague before breaking down the first round of the NBA Playoffs and the match ups of round 2.
Fernando finishes by sharing some of the good Hip Hop music he has been enjoying lately.
A statement of support for the Sudanese people with a Pan African call to end a long crisis:
https://lp-umoja.com/2023/04/27/sudan-a-fratricidal-war-with-geopolitical-overtones/
Panafrikan No.24 - Mars-Mai 2023:
https://lpumoja.gumroad.com/l/iinnl
"Café Umoja" from the Ligue Panafricaine - Umoja (LP-U) feat. Elom 20ce, Awadi & Amzat Boukari-Yabara: https://youtu.be/ssqiGbgQVC0
Book Recommendation:
"My Song" by Harry Belafonte
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29. "4 THE KULTURE"
On Episode 29 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Fernando begins by talking about the meaning and importance of culture.
Later on Fernando speaks about the Euroleague and the Basketball Africa League.
Fernando finishes by talking about injuries in basketball before getting into the 2023 NBA playoffs first round match ups.
Book Recommendation: "Things Fall Apart" by Chinua Achebe
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28. "It's About The Plants" Feat. Justin Strickland
On Episode 28 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Justin Strickland begins by explaining where he grew up and what lead him to a plant based lifestyle.
After that, Justin and Fernando speak on the various reasons people go vegan and the different types of vegan diets that exist.
Justin finishes by talking about the myths on veganism, the benefits of going vegan for athletes as well as the benefits of going vegan for people of African descent.
Book Recommendations:
Justin Strickland - "Awaken The Giant Within" by Tony Robbins, "Mucusless Diet Healing System" by Arnold Ehret, "The Detox Miracle Source Book" by Robert Morse.
Fernando - "Natural Diet for Folks Who Eat" by Dick Gregory
Social Media:
Justin Strickland
TikTok - Plant Fueled Justin Instagram - @fueledbyplantzz
YouTube - @fueledbyplantzz
https://www.fuelyourselfinternational.com/
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27. "Only The Realist Feel This" Feat. Rabb Love & Iz Balleto
On episode 27, Rabb Love and Iz Balleto begin by talking about their upbringing and the way Hip Hop came into their lives. Later on they speak on the founding of Guerrilla Republik, the importance of the Haitian Revolution, and organising our communities through Hip Hop culture. Rabb Love and Iz also speak on the importance of living a healthy lifestyle before their book recommendations.
Book Recommendations: Iz Balleto - "The Spook Who Sat by the Door" by Sam Greenlee Rabb Love - "Year 2000 and What to Expect" by Malachi York Fernando - "The Black Jacobins" by C.L.R. James
Social Media: GUERRILLA REPUBLIK Instagram - @guerrilla_republik @houseofguerrillarepublik1794 https://guerrillarepublik.orghttps://www.houseofguerrillarepublik.store VITAL HOOPS Instagram - @VitalHoopsPodcast https://www.vitalhoops.net vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com VITAL HOOPS is 4 THE KULTURE
26. "I am My Ancestors" Feat. Ekpe Udoh
On episode 26 of the Vital Hoops Podcast Ekpe begins by explaining how he started playing basketball as a kid in Oklahoma and his journey from Michigan to Baylor University.
Ekpe then speaks on getting drafted to the NBA and playing both in the NBA and the EuroLeague.
After that Ekpe talks about his new experience playing in Japan and how he started his book club as an original way to interact with fans.
Fernando and Ekpe then speak about the importance of reading and traveling.
Ekpe finishes by touching on his experience with the Nigerian national team and giving his opinion on the Basketball Africa League.
Before the book recommendations, Ekpe and Fernando exchange some words on current world affairs.
Book Recommendations:
Ekpe: "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho and "The Dead Are Arising" by Les Payne and Tamara Payne
Fernando: "Claim No Easy Victories" by Amilcar Cabral
Social Media:
EKPE UDOH
Facebook: Ekpe Udoh
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Instagram: @EkpeUdoh
Twitter: @EkpeUdoh ( #Ekpesbookclub )
https://ekpesbookclub.com
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25. "VitalHoops.net"
On Episode 25 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Fernando begins by announcing that the new website is finally up and running.
He then speaks on the 2023 NBA ALL Star Game and the recent NBA trades involving Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant.
Fernando also touches on Billboard's Top 50 Greatest Rappers of all time list and he mentions a few series he is currently watching.
Fernando finishes by promoting his upcoming single with his wife after doing his book recommendation for Black History Month.
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YLA & XB "Rebel Rhythm" from 340 MS album "Power To The People" 2015
https://guerrillarepublik.org/340-ms-feat-yla-rebel-rhythm/
Book Recommendation: "Malcolm X Speaks" by Malcolm X
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24. "The Hood Fairytale" Feat. Adubb Da Gawd aka Gawdier
On episode 24 Adubb begins talking about his journey, growing up in Detroit, playing college basketball with Fernando.
Adubb then speaks on the beginnigs of Finally Famous with Big Sean and the rest of the crew.
He later gets into more of his life story with IBGM and finishes by speaking on cannabis and urban agriculture .
Book Recommendation: Adubb: "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen R. Covey
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23. "Power" Feat. mikeflo aka masud asante
On Episode 23 of the VOTAL HOOPS Podcast mikeflo begins by talking about his youth in Chicago during the Michael Jordan era.
mikeflo and Fernando speak about Kwanzaa, "Unplugging from the matrix" and being "successful" through our own afrocentric definition.
mikeflo finishes by talking about his music career and all the projects he is working on including his work with "W2TL" and "dead prez".
Book Recommendations: mikeflo: "The 5 Principles" by Khnum "Stic" Ibomu and "The Destruction of Black Civilisation" by Chancellor Williams
Fernando: "I Speak of Freedom" by Kwame Nkrumah
Social Media: mikeflo: Instagram @mikeflo_official @welcome2thelimit Twitter @W2TLisNow
https://mikeflo.com
https://www.welcome2thelimit.com
https://deadprez-landing.myshopify.com
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22. "Africa for Africans" Feat. Amzat Boukari-Yabara
On Episode 22 of The VITAL HOOPS Podcast Amzat talks about what Pan-Africanism is and how he became a Pan-Africanist.
Amzat then mentions 3 main Pan-Africanist figures to learn from.
Fernando and Amzat discuss the different trains of though when it comes to Pan-Africanism and African Internationalism.
To finish, Amzat speaks of the necessity for a new black consciousness movement within black athletes.
Book Recommendations:
Amzat Boukari-Yabara: "The Mis-Education of the Negro" by Carter G. Woodson and "Thomas Sankara Speaks" by Thomas Sankara
Fernando Cardenas: "Africa Unite!" by Amzat Boukari-Yabara
Social Media:
Amzat: Twitter & Instagram @amzatboukari
https://amzatboukariyabara.com
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https://lp-umoja.com
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21. "Time to go Independent"
On Episode 21 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Fernando begins by talking about celebrating Kwanzaa and then breaks down the NBA Christmas games.
He then speaks about the Euroleague, Victor Wembanyama, and why he decided to boycott this FIFA Worldcup.
Fernando elaborates on the new Ethics sneakers by Langston Galloway and also gives his opinion on the new Ja Morant sneakers.
Before his book recommendation, Fernando speaks about the new online magazine published by the Ligue Panafricaine - UMOJA.
https://lp-umoja.com
PANAFRIKAN (online magazine)
https://lpumoja.gumroad.com
Book Recommendation
"Neo-colonialism: The Last Stage of Imperialism" by Kwame Nkrumah
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20. "The 10th Element" Feat. Keith Tucker
On episode 20 of The VITAL HOOPS Podcast Keith begins by talking about his love for basketball as a youth growing up watching the Seattle Sonics.
He then speaks on his journey and how he got to Hip Hop culture and the plant based lifestyle.
Keith explains how "Hip Hop is Green" was born and gives us details on how the 10th Element of Hip Hop came to life.
He finishes up by talking about "Cherry Street Farm", the importance of dealing with climate change and the upcoming "10th Element" event in April of 2023.
Book Recommendation:
Fernando Cardenas: "Eat Plants Lift Iron" by Stic of dead prez
Health and Wellness Proclamation
https://www.hiphopisgreen.com/10th-element/10th-element-proclamation
Social Media:
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Twitter: @hiphopisgreen
Instagram: @hiphopisgreen
Facebook: Hip Hop is Green
YouTube: @hiphopisgreen4255
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19. "Next Level" Feat. Touty Gandega
On Episode 19 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Touty Gandega begins by talking about her humble beginnings in basketball.
She later explains how great it was to have played for the Mali national team following her sister's foot steps.
Touty and Fernando talk about the importance of playground basketball and the lack of toughness in many young players coming up in today's game.
After the book recommendations they speak on the importance of an afrocentric education for the youth.
Fernando ends the podcast by recommending Farmacy For Life.
Book Recommendations:
Touty Gandega: "Roots" by Alex Haley
FERNANDO CARDENAS: "The African Origin of Civilization" by Cheikh Anta Diop
Social Media:
Touty Gandega Instagram: @poupexe Twitter: @poupexe
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18. "Let's Really Talk About KAI" Feat. Rakeem Shabazz
On episode 18 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Rakeem Shabaz begins by talking about his beginnings in the Five-Percent Nation and explaining what the Five-Percent Nation is.
After that Rakeem and Fernando break down the Kyrie Irving situation from the link he tweeted to him still trying to find himself.
Later on the show they speak on people wanting to group Kanye and Kyrie together and why they are nothing alike and they ends as they share what their next steps might be if they were in Kyrie's shoes.
Book Recommendations:
Rakeem Shabazz: "Knowledge of Self: A Collection of Wisdom on the Science of Everything in Life" by Supreme Understanding "The Science of Self" by Supreme Understanding "The True History of Allah and His 5%: The Greatest Story Never Told" by the Gods & Earths Who Were There
Fernando Cardenas: "Precolonial Black Africa" by Cheikh Anta Diop
Social Media:
Rakeem Shabazz: Twitter: @RakeemShabazz Instagram: @rakeem_universal YouTube: Wise The Dome TV
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17. "When Do We Grow?"
On Episode 17 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Fernando begins by talking about various NBA teams and how it has been an exiting beginning of the season.
Fernando speaks a little on Brittney Griner and the denied appeal before getting into new music and some great artists to support.
The Kanye West topic comes up and Fernando later has a short message for all basketball players.
Before ending the show with a book recommendation Fernando brings awareness on the destruction of ecosystems that has been happening for years.
Book Recommendation:
"Toward The African Revolution" by Frantz Fanon
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16. "Arm Yourself With Knowledge" Feat. REKS
On Episode 16 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast REKS talks about his humble beginnings in Lawrence, MA and how basketball was always a part of his life. He talks about loving Isiah Thomas and the Detroit Pistons before becoming a Boston Celtics fan.
Later on the show, REKS talks about his first experiences in Hip Hop as a B Boy and he and Fernando speak on basketball being part of Hip Hop Kulture.
REKS talks about the importance of books for him as an Emcee as well as the importance of holistic health and finding the answers through knowledge of self.
REKS and Fernando finish the show speaking on generational wealth.
Book Recommendations by REKS:
"Principles" by Ray Dalio
"The Egyptian Book of the Dead Mysticism of the Pert Em Heru" by Dr. Muata Ashby
"The Hidden Messages in Water" by Masaru Emoto
Social Media:
Instagram:
REKS @rekshiphop
REKS's Wife @queen_philosophical
REKS's Son @isightvzn
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15. "Take Care of Your Spirit, Take Care of Your Body" Feat. Damien McSwine
On Episode 15 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Damien begins by explaining how he started playing football and later became a basketball player before, then he speaks on his career overseas and the importance of having a good agent.
Later Damien speaks on how he got into Wellness and the importance of a holistic health approach for athletes.
Damien also talks about doing a 16 day supervised water fast as well as his experience in Panama with the great Dr. Aris Latham.
The podcast ends with Damien speaking on his natural herbal supplement company before recommending a couple of great books.
Book Recommendations:
Damien McSwinne: "Psycho Cybernetics" by Maxwell Malz and "The Science of Getting Rich" by Wallace Wattles
Fernando Cardenas: "Kemetic Diet: Ancient African wisdom for health of Mind, body and spirit" by Dr. Muata Ashby
Social Media:
Dr. Aris Latham
Instagram: @aris_latham
Damien McSwine
Instagram: @WellnessMogulD
YouTube: @WELLNESS MOGUL
https://www.poweredbynatureherbs.com
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14. "The Little Things"
On Episode 14 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Fernando begins by talking about the importance of focusing on the little things we can do off the court when it comes to basketball.
Fernando then speaks on the WNBA Finals, the Robert Server drama, and the 2022 EuroBasket.
To end the show, Fernando speaks on billionaire rappers, the death of Queen Elizabeth II, and the importance of the Mau Mau.
Book Recommendation: "Mau Mau from Within: The Story of the Kenya Land and Freedom Army" by Donald Lee Barnett and Karari Njama
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13. "What is Your Purpose?" Feat. Marv Fox Jr.
On Episode 13 of the Vital Hoops Podcast Marv begins by explaining how he got into basketball and elaborates a little on his journey from player to coach.
Fernando tells the story of how he ended up playing college basketball at Concordia University and how he may have never went there had he not met Marv.
Marv later talks about the importance of sharing your work with the world even when it may not be a finished product in your mind.
To end the show Marv breaks down what being a Purpose Coach is all about and specifically how he helps people from all walks of life.
Book Recommendations:
Fernando Cardenas:
"Malcolm X Talks to Young People" by Malcolm X
Social Media:
Marv Fox Jr.
Facebook: Marv Fox Jr.
Twitter: @Marv Fox Jr.
Instagram: @SpeakOnPurpose
https://www.marvfoxjr.com
marvfoxjr9@gmail.com
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12. "Serving the Next Generation" Feat. Henri Lembe
On episode 12 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast , Henri Lembe (CEO of HL Basketball) speaks on how he helps players make it all the way to the professional level. Henri then speaks about common mistakes that players make when trying to reach the next level and how to correct those mistakes.
Henri and Fernando also elaborate on how players today have many more tools then they did 20 years ago but they are not always taking advantage of those tools or using them the right way.
Towards the end Henri talks about his experience with the Quai 54 and how important it was for him to be a part of that tournament.
To finish they speak on current NBA events, the possibility of LeBron playing with Bronny in the NBA and the evolution of basketball in France.
Book Recommendations:
Henri Lembe: "The E Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses D'ont Work and What to Do About it" by Michael E. Gerber
Fernando Cardenas: "Second Wind: The Memoirs of an Opinionated Man" by Bill Russell
Social Media:
Henri Lembe:
Facebook: Hl.basketball
Instagram: hl_basketball
https://www.hlbasketball.com
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11. "Peace, Love, Unity & Having Fun"
On Episode 11 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Fernando begins by acknowledging August 11th, "Hip Hop Celebration Day" and talking a little bit about the Kulture.
Fernando then speaks on Brittney Griner facing 9 years in prison, the importance of NBA players in Summer Pro Am leagues, the drama surrounding Kevin Durant, Draymond Green and his comments on beating the 98 Bulls, and Etan Thomas standing up against the powers of mainstream media.
The podcast ends with an important focus on Black August.
Book recommendation: "Live from Death Row" by Mumia Abu-Jamal
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10. "Maroon Talk" Feat. Bocafloja
On Episode 10 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast, interdisciplinary artist Bocafloja begins by talking about how and when he first became familiar with the game of basketball.
Bocafloja then speaks on Hip Hop and how the culture is present in all aspects of his work.
Fernando and Bocafloja elaborate on the African diaspora in Latin America and the importance of identifying as afrodescendents and indigenous people as opposed to "latinos".
They later on get back to talking about basketball and the beautiful run that the Golden State Warriors made in 2022
The conversation ends with Bocafloja and Fernando sharing their book recommendations and the importance of relating with each others struggles as African people worldwide.
Book Recommendations:
Bocafloja: "Soledad Brother: The Prison Letters of George Jackson" by George Jackson
Fernando Cardenas: "A History of Pan African Revolt" by CLR James
Social Media:
Bocafloja:
Facebook: Bocafloja Quilombo-Oficial
Twitter: @bocaquilombo
Instagram: @bocaflojaquilombo
https://www.youtube.com/user/quilomboarte/videos
https://sociedadcimarrona.com
https://www.emancipassion.com
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09. "Live from The Mecca" Feat. Chiene Joy Jones
On Episode 09 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Chiene talks about her trip to Cuba with Bobbito Garcia and Full Court Peace.
Later she shares how she first got into basketball in her hometown of New York and how she got into coaching and refereeing.
Chiene then talks about "Grow Our Game" and the empowerment of girls in New York City through the game of basketball.
The podcast ends with Chiene and Fernando sharing some thoughts on the WNBA season and the Brittney Griner situation.
Book Recommendations: Chiene Joy Jones: "A Taste of Power" by Elaine Brown
Fernando Cardenas: "Women's Liberation and the African Freedom Struggle" by Thomas Sankara
Social Media:
Chiene Joy Jones:
Instagram: @chienejoy @growourgame
Facebook: Grow Our Game
Twitter: @growourgameny
https://www.growourgame.org
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08. "Know Yourself, Know your History"
On Episode 08 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Fernando speaks on the importance of black people and/or people of African descent identifying as Africans no matter where they come from.
Later during the show he speaks on the NBA Finals, the WNBA, the Basketball Africa League, and the BIG 3.
Book recommendation: "Message to the People" by Marcus Garvey
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