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When a celebrity abuse scandal breaks, everyone has something to say, and they’re not afraid to post about it. But during all the hot takes and hashtags, we often forget there are human beings at the center of the story—the survivors. For Cassie Ventura, who spoke out against her abuser Sean “P. Diddy” Combs, the…
I know way too many bi-racial people who consistently and passionately contribute to the culture to ever blindly co-op the self-loathing propaganda of colorism. While some are limiting the remarks of Kendrick Lamar and Rick Ross specifically to Drake for what they see as character flaws, there are far more clever ways to attack him…
Looking for something to watch this weekend? Tubi has a few thrillers worth your time, whether you’re alone or relaxing in good company. Call your special someone and hold them close (at least, grab a pillow or something). There’s a lot of murder and mayhem on the menu. DOLL HOUSE Synopsis | A group of…
While tagging along with Dakari Eli in Boston to promote her latest single “Just for Today,” the good people at Ms. SnakeCharma’s Music & Motivation show on WRBB took us out to dinner at Fete. The food was not only extraordinarily delightful, but the customer service was both professional and friendly. What was supposed to…
With the emergence of social media, we have a lot of people who believe that they can say whatever they want without consequence. And DJ Akademiks is top tier. The former DJ-turned-internet-troll has built a lucrative business giving his views including brutal criticism of celebrities (more often than not, Black celebrities). However, he habitually appears…
To the residents of the 8th Ward of Poughkeepsie, I write to you today with a sense of both disappointment and concern regarding the recent election outcome that led to the decision not to elect Sakima McClinton as your representative. It is my belief that this choice reflects a missed opportunity for progress and positive…
The dust has settled on Essence Fest 2023 and I took almost two months to reflect on the highs and lows of this year’s event due to my multifaceted position in media. I not only experienced the event as press covering it but as a publicist with clients attending. While the festival had its moments…
