Expressing political, social & cultural ideas via entertainment has long been a vehicle for transporting serious ideas. On the strength of "Formation" & Kendrick Lamar's continued displays of expression, we discuss the modern day aesthetic being used by several Black artists in 2016.

On this episode of Rebel without Applause, Khalid gives his take on the Iowa primary(and a possible literacy test for voters)and Super Bowl 50.

On this episode I take a look back on 2015. Follow me on Twitter.com/MrKhalidS Follow my Producer twitter.com/capitalnekia

On this episode of Rebel Without Applause we discuss Thanksgiving meal traditions and why I hate the term "soul food."

Khalid shares his thoughts on the tragedy in Paris and speaks with author and poverty advocate Linda Tirado. Follow Me on twitter.com/mrkhalids Follow my Producer twitter.com/capitalnekia

On this episode of Rebel Without Applause it's all about Hollywood. I am joined by Buzzfeed's Senior Entertainment Editor, Kelley Carter and she gives us some inside info on some of my favorite shows. Don't forget to follow me on twitter.com/MrKhalids And my Producer: twitter.com/CapitalNekia

On this episode I get to the bottom of this whole issue that our society has with so called "Black names." I am joined by Dr. Colin Holbrook, co-author of a recent study for Evolution & Human Behavior. And don't worry, I didn't forget about Raven and her comments. Follow me on twitter.com/MrKhalids Follow my Producer twitter.com/capitalnekia