Young Black Men Are Dying At Unproportional Rates: A Discussion
From ages 15 to 24 years old, Black men experience peak numbers of premature deaths due to homicide and suicide. Why are young Black men dying in unproportional numbers? We discuss it here!
Is TikTok A Safe Place For Black Content Creators?
The rise of TikTok has seen Black content creators going uncredited for their work and a number of racist posts targeting minorities. Is TikTok a safe place for Black Content Creators? We discuss it here!
US Surgeon General Jerome Adams Says Black People Need To Lay Off Alcohol, Tobacco And Drugs
US Surgeon General Jerome Adams urged Black people to slow down on “alcohol, tobacco and drugs” as he addressed the nation during a coronavirus task force briefing at the White House. We discuss why this pushes a false narrative regarding people of color.
The Truth Behind The First Black Women Millionaires: Madam C.J. Walker And Annie Malone
Netflix aired its new series, Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker, but there are several inaccuracies that discredit two prominent black entrepreneurs. We discuss it here!
Sex Trafficking Is A Real Crisis: Why Are Black Women Under Attack?
Sex trafficking is a real problem and African American women make up the highest percentage of victims. Why are Black Women under attack? We discuss it here!
The Journey Of Being A Black Creative
Being a creative and balancing everyday life is not an easy task. Between work and creating content, it can be easy to hit mental blocks. James Teague discusses his personal journey of being a Black creative!
White Saviorism in Black Movies: Can't We Help Ourselves?
From The Blindside to Harriet, movies centered around a Black protagonist seem to have a certain commonality among them. Why is White saviors a lingering theme among Black movies? We discuss it here!
The March Madness Of HBCU Bands: Honda Battle Of The Bands Delivers Once Again
Honda Battle of the Bands has always been considered the Mother of all Band Showcases. We recap all of the action from this year’s competition!
Suffering In Silence: Top 3 Reasons Why African Americans Fail To Seek Mental Health Care
Many mental health issues get swept under the rug in the Black community because our people fail to seek help. Here are the top three reasons why African Americans fail to seek mental health care.
Stephanie Isioma Talks Maxim Cover Girl Competition
Model Stephanie Isioma is chasing her dream by currently competing in the 2019 Maxim Cover Girl Competition. We talked with Stephanie Isioma about her journey into modeling and her aspirations for gracing the cover of Maxim!
"You Talk Like A White Person": Why Is Articulate Associated With White?
We’ve all heard the phrase “you talk like a white person”, whether it was you saying it or someone said it to you, or you just overheard it, but when did speaking properly and pronouncing your words become associated with white people?
Cyntoia Brown Granted Clemency After 15 Years Is Long Overdue
After 15 long years, Cyntoia Brown was granted clemency after being sentenced to life in prison at the age of 16.
The Opioid Crisis And How It's Affecting Black America
Over the last 2 years, opioids have been attacking the Black communities in alarming numbers. We discuss how the Opioid Crisis has gone virtually unnoticed in Black and Minority communities.
Black Movies You Should Be Watching: 'Hav Plenty'
Tons of dope movies fall under the radar that you may have missed out on! Here is a black gem that you should be watching, Hav Plenty!
Why Should The Black Community Vote?
In light of the recent midterm elections, many young black people have asked the question, does voting really help the black community? We discuss it here!
Danye Jones Was Lynched in 2018: We Should Be Talking About This More
24 year old Danye Jones was lynched in mid October in Missouri. Black men are still dying as a result of racist acts without getting the coverage and justice they deserve. Don’t let his story go unnoticed.
Don Lemon: "The Biggest Terror Threat In This Country Is White Men"
CNN’s Don Lemon did nothing but tell us what we already know. "The biggest terror threat in this country is white men."
Black Millennials Need To Go Out And Vote: Black Candidates You Need To Know
With the current political landscape, it is imperative that black millennials go out and vote! Here are some significant black candidates running for office that you need to know!
Former Ohio State Football Player Bri'onte Dunn Found Not Guilty of Rape Charges
Former Ohio State Buckeyes running back, Bri'onte Dunn, was found not guilty of rape charges due to a false accusation. This brings about an unsolved issue. Should women face charges for false rape accusations?
Black People Are Tired Of Having The Cops Called On Them For Nothing
Why can’t black people just exist in peace without white people calling the police? Everyday we hear of a new incident, so when will the blatant racism end? It’s time for people to start minding their business.