Shine Like Glitter, Serve Like Gumbo
One silver lining that I am learning to appreciate during this pandemic is the opportunity for all to receive resources virtually, versus the usual prerequisite of instruction offered in-person. Therefore the NFL and Nike have announced a new program titled 11-Online, which provides virtual instruction and training experiences by top NFL athletes, coaches, and trainers. […]
As a creative, I thoroughly enjoy hanging around artistic geniuses to grasp their thought process and how they visually see the world. Per a previous post, I shared my initial reaction to watching Beyonce’s film, BLACK IS KING, and being mesmerized by the whole production. Thankfully, we now have access to learn how the directors […]
If you follow TikTok music trends, rapper Jack Harlow’s single “What’s Poppins” has created a whirlwind among young and old fans. Therefore educators Callie Evans and Audri Williams collaborated on a video project produced by Overstreet Media Services to get their students hype for the new school year amid Covid-19. Teachers embrace a profession that […]
China Lee, a Jackson, MS producer at WLBT News, reported that James Timothy Norman has been arrested and charged with conspiracy in alleged murder-for-hire plot in the death of Andre Montgomery. Read more about the arrest here via WLBT. This news is heartbreaking and unbelievable to report. If you are a fan of the OWN series […]
Named as America’s first Black nighttime talk show host during the Civil Rights/Black Power Movement, Ellis Haizlip opened the door as a pioneer for many others to follow in his footsteps. The award-winning documentary MR. SOUL! – A FILM BY MELISSA HAIZLIP comes to theaters and over 50 virtual cinemas on August 28, 2020, and will showcase […]
First, let me say this, for anyone who feels triggered by the sexual connotation and lyrics presented in the single WAP by Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion, please exit now. This post is not for you. It is understood that some people cannot handle women possessing the freedom to explicitly state in a song […]
As an African American in today’s society, if you ever need a reminder that your historic skin and culture is full of affluence, BLACK IS KING visually captivates this narrative with a profound emphasis. BLACK IS KING, a film by Beyoncé is absolutely breathtaking. The one word that comes to mind while watching this […]
The 2019-2020 school year ended in a manner, unlike anything I’ve ever seen in my lifetime. Parents, teachers, administrators, and more are making decisions across the country that will impact our children’s educational path in the upcoming school year. The following podcast episode shares my experience and decision as a parent to assist my child’s […]
Brandy is set to release her new studio album, b7, on July 31, 2020. b7 is a 15-track confessional exploring Brandy’s journey over the last few years, and how she came to be the resilient, spiritually grounded woman she is today. Brandy says, “Because this was such a personal project for me, I wanted to […]
I’m case you missed it, Nicki Minaj publicly announced via the World Wide Web that she is pregnant with her first child. A maternity photo shoot, deemed with the authentic Nicki Minaj style, enhanced her lovely glow and baby bump. Congratulations Nicki and may you peacefully embrace this walk towards motherhood. View Nicki’s maternity photos […]