What in the World

Why hip-hop's 50th anniversary matters


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Hip-hop is celebrating its unofficial 50th birthday.

The genre has had a massive influence on everything from fashion to politics to culture. It’s a global phenomenon which continues to evolve - with artists like Nicki Minaj and Jay-Z driving it forward.

So, what is hip-hop’s legacy at 50?

To help explain its origins and relevance today we’re joined in the studio by Nicholas-Tyrell Scott, a London-based music journalist. We also hear from South African kwaito star Moonchild Sanelly, and from fans in Ghana, the U.S. and Germany about why they love hip-hop.

Switching gears, we learn more about the “body check” controversy at the recent Miss Universe Indonesia pageant. Pijar Anugrah, a BBC journalist in Jakarta, explains how police are investigating the allegations of sexual harassment and how pageant officials have responded.

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Presenter: Hannah Gelbart with William Lee Adams
Producers: Mora Morrison and Dan Eboka
Editors: Verity Wilde and Rachael Akidi Okwir

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