Anti-Intellectualism in American Culture

Cornelius in another forum topic brought up the notion that we should (in his words):
"...we should start discussing how we start changing our culture and its anti-intellectualism."

America has had a long, deep history of anti-intellectualism and it can be seen in every aspect of American life and across every social and economic class. Chris Rock does a bit in one of his comedy shows where he puts this part of the African American culture front and center. He criticizes Black America for glorifying not knowing something. It goes something like - Chris: "What's 2 + 2?"... Guy: "Man I don't know that, I'm keepin' it real!"... Chris: "I know. Real Dumb!" :-)

Being a group that would typically be on the 'receiving end' of these sentiments; what experiences have you had dealing with anti-intellectualistic attitudes particularly from family and friends.

One last Chris Rock bit: Chris: "Hey. Guy I just graduated with my Master's degree!"... Guy: "Aww, now you a smarty arts brotha... now you supposed to be the master of me?"

Seems like art does imitate life.

How can we transform Our culture?