Roots Co-Founder, Black Thought (Tariq Trotter)

This podcast episode delves into various topics including personal experiences, the journey of the band The Roots, the evolution of rap cadence, Black Thought's approach to using his voice as an instrument, his creative process for writing music, the challenges and changes The Roots faced, their perspective on the current state of hip-hop music, the distinction between rappers and emcees, Tariq Trotter's thoughts on protecting his children, and the year in podcasts. The episode also highlights the standout podcasts of 2022 and explores the complex tension between women's bodily autonomy and motherhood.