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Jay Smooth

Jay Smooth

Keynote Speaker: Acclaimed Hip Hop Culture Critic & Host of "The Ill Doctrine"

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Jay Smooth Biography

Jay Smooth is the creator of the Hip-Hop Music Blog, and video blogging site IllDoctrine. In 1991, he founded what has become New York's longest running hip-hop radio show, WBAI's Underground Railroad.

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Jay Smooth Speaking Topics

On Hip Hop, Race, and Politics: The Way We Talk About Things

In this talk, socio-political pundit Jay Smooth, popular vlogger beyond "The Ill Doctrine," discusses everything from present day politics and social justice to music, media, and culture. Smooth also delves into the oftentimes tricky discussion of race, specifically how we talk about race and racism as a culture, sharing thought-provoking, humorous, and entertaining suggestions for expanding our worldview on the subject.

Jay Smooth Videos

Jay Smooth - Ill Doctrine, XOXO Festival (2013)

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What topics does Jay Smooth speak about?

Jay Smooth is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Big Think, Social Media, Technology, Marketing, Political, Social Justice and Literary.

Where does Jay Smooth travel from?

Jay Smooth generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Jay Smooth?

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Jay Smooth is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Inspirational, Big Think and Social Media. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jay Smooth for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Jay Smooth generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Calvin Trillin, Jason Kottke and John Legend. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jay Smooth for an upcoming event.

Jay Smooth Speaking Topics

  • On Hip Hop, Race, and Politics: The Way We Talk About Things

    In this talk, socio-political pundit Jay Smooth, popular vlogger beyond "The Ill Doctrine," discusses everything from present day politics and social justice to music, media, and culture. Smooth also delves into the oftentimes tricky discussion of race, specifically how we talk about race and racism as a culture, sharing thought-provoking, humorous, and entertaining suggestions for expanding our worldview on the subject.

Jay Smooth Videos

Jay Smooth - Ill Doctrine, XOXO Festival (2013)
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