How an Ivy League Biology Major Discovered His True Passion Through Dance
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View ArticleThe Creative Genius Behind India.Arie’s Rise: An Interview with Anasa Troutman
Anasa Troutman is a powerhouse in the music industry—an industry that’s always been about selling the next record, not necessarily promoting positive messages. A nonconformist, Anasa bucked convention...
View ArticleYour Locks are a Powerful Tool for Social Change. Here’s Why…
“This is what compels me to push black people. To identify with black culture: giving out to them that Black-Ness; that Black-Power.” —Nina Simone I spend so much time marketing myself as a diversified...
View Article3 Fascinating Lessons I Learned About My Locks in Jamaica
Hey pretty Rasta lady! Ya’ Mõn, you are a Rasta Princess! Are you a Rastafarian? I bet you don’t eat pork. For more than 15 years, I have been wearing locks. While sporting both natural... Read More...
View ArticleGeorgia Douglas Johnson: A Powerful Voice of the Harlem Renaissance
The first thing that comes to mind when I think of the Harlem Renaissance is Zora Neal Hurston. I immediately see that iconic picture of her from my grade school poster, “Heroes of Black History.”......
View ArticleIndia.Arie Reminds Us to “Breathe”: Inspired by the Movement for Black Lives
There has been so much anger, fear, frustration and hopelessness over the past few weeks in the United States. The many instances of police brutality and violence against police have made many of us...
View ArticleThe Obamas Make You Fall in Love with Love in “Southside With You”
Inspired by Barack and Michelle Obama’s first date, “Southside With You” recounts the eventful summer day in 1989 when a young law firm associate named Barack Obama (Parker Sawyers) tried to woo lawyer...
View ArticleIn “Queen of Katwe”, Hollywood Finally Gets Africa Right
Tarzan. The Last King of Scotland. Gorillas in the Mist. The Lion King. The list goes on. Traditionally, Hollywood movies depicting Africa have been overly sensational, highly inaccurate, gratuitously...
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