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Episode 7
The Grandmaster
Former International Spokesman TC Izlam has a very public falling out with Afrika Bambaataa and other members of the Zulu Nation. It is the last interview before he is murdered in Atlanta, three weeks after this interview. No one from the Zulu Nation is implicated in the crime.
Voices in Order of Appearance
TC Izlam, Former International Spokesman of the Universal Zulu Nation
Troi âStarâ Torrain, Broadcast Journalist
Brother Shep, Universal Zulu Nation
Host
Leila Wills
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Afrika Bambaataa is accused of transporting minors across state lines for sexual purposes. Bambaataa and the Zulu Nation enjoy honors from other artists while child sexual abuse and statutory rape allegations inspire activism.
Voices in Order of Appearance
Rommell Washington, Psychotherapist from the New York Crime Victim Treatment CenterHassan Campbell, Alleges he was abused by Bambaataa beginning at 12 years old, Bambaataa would have been 32Ronald Savage, Alleges he was abused by Bambaataa at the age of 15, Bambaataa would have been 27Troi âStarâ Torrain, Broadcast JournalistNumber 5, Alleges he was sexually abused by Bambaataa around the age of 15, Bambaataa would have been 26Number 4, Alleges he was sexually abused by Bambaataa at 13, Bambaataa would have been 20EJay, Alleges he was sexually abused by Bambaataa beginning at the age of nine, Bambaataa would have been 23Professor Marci Hamilton, Founder of CHILD USAdvocacyJules âHalf Pintâ Jackson, Bronx River HousingLord Cashus D, Fifth Universal of the Zulu NationSong Clips
James Brown & Afrika BambaataaA Tribe Called QuestBrand NubianLL Cool JThe RootsGhostface KillahTee Grizzly featuring Chance the RapperParty Clips
Zulu Nation Anniversary in 1981DJ Chuck Chillout from the Music BoxBilly âAmidâ Henderson, Bambaataaâs longtime roommateDJ Jazzy JayDJ Red AlertAssociate Producer for Some of the Interviews
Lance Shabazz
Host
Leila Wills
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Afrika Bambaataa infuses the Zulu Nation with the teachings of cult leader and convicted child rapist Malachi York. Other men in the Zulu Nation are accused of participating in pedophilia and statutory rape.
Malachi York, Leader of the NuwabiansBrother Malik, Former Spokesman of the Zulu NationArthur Muhammad, Minister in the Nation of IslamAli Muhammad, Human Rights ActivistGrandmaster TC Izlam, Former International Spokesman of the Zulu NationLord Shariyf, Former Bodyguard to Afrika BambaataaHassan âPoppyâ Campbell, alleges he was sexually abused by Bambaataa at 12 years old, Bambaataa would have been 32Rob âEl Oneâ Rodriguez, Former Chapter Leader of the Zulu NationProfessor Marci Hamilton, Founder of CHILDUSADave Wedge, Journalist for Vice MagazineIce Cube at a Zulu Nation AnniversaryNumber 4, alleges he was 13 years old when Bambaataa abused him, Bambaataa would have been 20Number 5, alleges he was around 15 when Bambaataa began abusing him, Bambaataa would have been 36Ronald Savage, alleges he was around 15 years old when Bambaataa began abusing him, Bambaataa would have been around 27Jules Jackson, from Bronx River Projects, alleges he was 12 years old when Bambaataa acted sexually inappropriate with himRick Alan Ross, the Cult Education InstituteRommell Washington, Psychotherapist at the New York Crime Victim Treatment CenterLord Cashus D, Fifth Universal of the Zulu NationTroi âStarâ Torrain, Broadcast Journalist
Voices in Order of AppearanceAssociate Producer for Some of the Interviews
Lance ShabazzHost
Leila Wills
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The foundation of the Zulu Nation changes when Afrika Bambaataa becomes a student of cult leader and convicted child rapist Malachi York. Bambaataa morphs into the Amen Ra (God) of Hip Hop Culture.
Voices in Order of Appearance
Ali Muhammad, Human Rights ActivistMalachi York, Leader of the NuwabiansChuck Morgan, nuwapianism dot comLord Shariyf, Former Bodyguard to Afrika BambaataaAfrika Bambaataa, Former Leader of the Zulu NationTC Izlam, Former International Spokesman of the Zulu NationJudge William Pryor, Georgia State JudgeRick Alan Ross, The Cult Education InstituteRob âEl Oneâ Rodriguez, Former member of the Zulu NationBrother Malik, Former member of the Zulu NationHost: Leila Wills
Special Thank You: Chuck Morgan for additional research
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Afrika Bambaataa and the Zulu Nation inspire the next generation of hip hop artists. Bambaataa borrows from the 5% Nation and forges connections with Khallid Muhammad of the Nation of Islam and Malachi York, leader of the Nuwabians.
*The 5% Nation is the Nation of Gods and Earths.
Voices in Order of Appearance
Daddy O, StetsasonicLord Jamar, Brand NubianChuck D, Public EnemyDave Wedge, JournalistTroi âStarâ Torrain, Broadcast JournalistLord Shariyf, Bodyguard to Afrika BambaataaGrandmaster TC Izlam, Former International Spokesman of the Zulu NationAli Muhammad, Human Rights ActivistRick Alan Ross, The Cult Education InstituteChuck Morgan, Nuwapianism dot comHost: Leila Wills
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Hip-Hop explodes into the mainstream. The Zulu Nationâs Afrika Bambaataa and the Soul Sonic Force drop the hit record Planet Rock. Bambaataa also spends time with underage boys.
Voices in Order of Appearance:
Kool DJ Dee, President of the First Division, First Chapter of the Black SpadesTyrone the MixologistChuck D, Public EnemyDaddy O, StetsasonicLord Jamar, Brand NubianAfrika Islam, Zulu KingsMichael OâKeeffe, JournalistTroi âStarâ Torrain, Broadcast JournalistLord Shariyf, Bodyguard to Afrika BambaataaRonald Savage, met Bambaataa around 1979Number 4, met Bambaataa around 1977Number 5, met Bambaataa around 1982EJay, met Bambaataa around 1980
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A look at the socioeconomic conditions when Afrika Bambaataa becomes a Black Spade and then a DJ. He meets three boys in 1977, 1979, and 1980. They would later accuse him of sexual abuse.
Chuck D, Public EnemyDaddy O, StetsasonicLord Jamar, Brand NubianPresident Richard NixonAton Edwards, International Preparedness NetworkKool DJ Dee, President of the First Division, First Chapter of the Black SpadesTyrone the MixologistLord Shariyf, Bodyguard to Afrika BambaataaNumber 4, met Bambaataa around 1977Ronald Savage, met Bambaataa around 1979EJay, met Bambaataa around 1980
Voices in Order of Appearance:
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The foundation of hip hop is shattered when pioneer Afrika Bambaataa and his Universal Zulu Nation are accused of child sexual abuse and statutory rape by several men.
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