• Episode 5: Che "Rhymefest" Smith reflects on cultural communion and how he bridges between Chicago and Cody, Wyoming

  • Sep 25 2024
  • Length: 44 mins
  • Podcast

Episode 5: Che "Rhymefest" Smith reflects on cultural communion and how he bridges between Chicago and Cody, Wyoming

  • Summary

  • In this episode, artist and rapper Che "Rhymfest" Smith discusses his experiences growing up in Chicago and his transformative experiences in Cody, Wyoming. He reflects on how art can foster cultural communion and play a key role in bridging differences. Che talks about the importance of service and justice and shares how his organization, Art of Culture, empowers youth to connect with nature, culture, and art in rural and urban spaces.

    Episode Highlights:

    02:15 Che's Chicago Roots and Early Influences

    06:45 Founding the Art of Culture

    12:42 Cultural Communion and Rural Connections

    14:22 Experiences in Cody, Wyoming

    18:59 Bridging Rural and Urban Spaces

    30:10 Running for Chicago School Board

    38:58 Final Thoughts


    More Information:
    Art of Culture, https://www.artofculture.org/

    Che "Rhymefest" Smith, https://www.cheworldwide.com/bio/

    Che "Rhymefest" Smith Bridging the Divide Conference Transforming Narratives Session, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GIPdHhZV0w8&list=PLkFZB_XMYMJYmQoyhE9_XLAS1PD1vZlEK&index=2

    Questions, comments, want to get in touch? Email us at sidebyside@umn.edu

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