Akala Talks Twitter, Hip Hop, and Spice Girls | The Russell Howard Hour

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  • From The Russell Howard Hour, Russell chats to musician, author, and founder of The Hip Hop Shakespeare Company, Akala.
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  • @handaloo
    @handaloo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +630

    I could watch Akala talk all day. Truly amazing educator and activist. Great guest!

  • @isaacjacobs3785
    @isaacjacobs3785 2 ปีที่แล้ว +265

    Respect to Akala. His level of intelligence and his art of delivering a message is second to none. Would like to see Akala have a much greater platform, this guy can do great if given the opportunity to educate a wider audience. Imagine someone like Akala involved in the UK Government.

  • @ryrilo5078
    @ryrilo5078 2 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    Akala is proof that speech done fluently is magnetic. He's like a cultural bridge between races and class.

  • @deafeningoctopus
    @deafeningoctopus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    I hadn't heard of this guy before, but I really like him! He's the kind of person you could listen to all day.

  • @Sadaqa4Janaza
    @Sadaqa4Janaza 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    A lot of people are unaware that Akala is also the younger brother of Ms Dynamite!

  • @ceriselouisa1749
    @ceriselouisa1749 2 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    Akala is a true Modern Rennaissance Man

  • @oxgoth
    @oxgoth 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Childlike but not childish. I love that line.

  • @WWCLife
    @WWCLife 2 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    The man is a legend. And his music is great too.

  • @helloagain6243
    @helloagain6243 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    The minute I saw him live in 2006, my life changed forever. He truly saved me. Though I still disagree with him on few things, he will always have a fan here that respects him and cherishes him as an artist. He made me see the fallacies in most rap songs and who really runs the industry. Once you go Akala you'll never stop getting smarter.

  • @DrWhoFanUK
    @DrWhoFanUK 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Can we not just make him PM now?

  • @TomQuick14
    @TomQuick14 2 ปีที่แล้ว +269

    2 people I never thought I'd see in the same room, Russell & Akala

  • @jimmystaddon4252
    @jimmystaddon4252 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    So much respect for akala. His music has opened my eyes to so many things. Could listen to this guy for hours!

  • @sphyoni
    @sphyoni 2 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    Like quite a few people in the comments, I have sadly never heard of Akala. What a truly remarkable man! This is what I love about Russell’s show he introduces us to extraordinary people who we may not know about and tells us what they have done and what they are doing. I am really enjoying listening to Akala talking, I would have loved to of had him as my English teacher at school. I am certainly going to checkout Akala’s music, I am also going to have a look to see if his book is on Audible.

  • @andrewjameshenderson1389
    @andrewjameshenderson1389 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    What a great fellow! Thanks, Russell, i didn't know this man. Now i've got to read his book! 🌹👍✌🌹

  • @robbpatterson6796
    @robbpatterson6796 2 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    Probably the most interesting interview ever. Wish it was longer tbh. Definitely need to check out some of his music now

  • @bammer800
    @bammer800 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Love Akala. Could listen to him all day. Should be running our city.

  • @MrGonzdj
    @MrGonzdj 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Yes Akala if you know you know..... If you don't get some schooling from this man! Absolute legend and an inspiration - Russel Big up for getting such a legend on ya show

  • @gavinguitar2194
    @gavinguitar2194 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    So refreshingly different & positive! A genuine nice bloke; you could be at the bar in a pub & get into conversation with Akala & spend the rest of the evening just listening. Intelligent, articulate & passionate about what he does.

  • @nigeh5326
    @nigeh5326 2 ปีที่แล้ว +163

    Not really heard of this guy before as I’m an old white guy but he comes across as a very intelligent fun man who makes a positive contribution to our society.

  • @eyedeasneverdie3348
    @eyedeasneverdie3348 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Cant wait for his new music and a tour, never seen anyone perform like he does. He does 3-4 songs back to back and pure energy, then he'll pause a bit and chat with the crowd. Then back to 3-4 tracks. He's such a quality person, one of the best this country has to offer in my opinion.