Imagine if a blueprint for a better future could be found in Hip Hop, a culture that has always remixed division into unity, scarcity into abundance, and obstacles into opportunities. It reminds us that true progress can only come when we build not as individuals, but through a collaborative framework that allows us to design the future together. "Manny Faces is an award-winning journalist, speaker, and cultural strategist who helps organizations remix how they innovate, educate, and uplift by unlocking the untapped potential of Hip Hop culture. He is the host of the acclaimed podcast Hip Hop Can Save America! and author of the Cornel West–endorsed book Hip Hop Can Save America! Inspiration for the Nation from a Culture of Innovation, where he spotlights the often-overlooked ways Hip Hop drives fresh solutions in education, health, social justice, leadership, and beyond. His work bridges disciplines, dismantles silos, and challenges assumptions about culture’s role in advancing progress. With more than 25 years of experience in journalism, media, and community engagement, Manny has collaborated with mission-driven organizations and spoken at universities and conferences worldwide. He connects insight and storytelling in a way that equips audiences to challenge old assumptions and embrace bold solutions. " This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx