South Asian immigrants in the U.S. adopted a predominantly Black and Puerto Rican form of music in the late 1990s to express their identity. It moved with these immigrants across the world. Today, Desi Hip Hop is a global phenomenon. <br />

South Asian immigrants in the U.S. adopted a predominantly Black and Puerto Rican form of music in the late 1990s to express their identity. It moved with these immigrants across the world. Today, Desi Hip Hop is a global phenomenon.

South Asian immigrants in the U.S. adopted a predominantly Black and Puerto Rican form of music in the late 1990s to express their identity. It moved with these immigrants across the world. Today, Desi Hip Hop is a global phenomenon. <br>

Chatroom 14: The Rise of Desi Hip Hop

Epic histories from the Indian subcontinent, through the eyes of the marginalized. Hear about ruthless emperors, cunning corporations that colonized half the world, a world-renowned sci-fi writer who stumbled on a treasure ship, and other stories from history, science and cultures. Journalists Gayathri Vaidyanathan and Mary-Rose Abraham reflect on how these histories define our present. Made in 3-D sound to immerse you in the past.

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