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Recorded July 9, 2020: On this week\'s bonus episode of the Alternative Blacks Podcast, Chris and Tyler begin with a quick lesson on cascade hops, touching on their origin and influence on classic craft beer. They then discuss the relationship between radio pop and hip-hop to answer the question: did pop influence hip hop, or did hip hop influence pop? Using billboard hits from across the decade, Chris and Tyler analyze the trends in popular culture to uncover the dynamics of appropriation and the formula of hit songs.

Keep an eye out for part two, streaming soon!

For more information on our sources for this episode, check out the following articles from Time, Nielsen, Washington Post, and Pandora.\\xa0

Thank you to Oakbrook Brewing Company, located at 628 Park Ave in Reading Pennsylvania for being a day one supporter.\\xa0

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