That Ol’ Black (Girl) Magic: Halle Bailey’s “Ariel” Already Swimming In White Tears

In a world full stress and tribulations, people look for ways to escape the harsh realities of life….if only for a little while. Entertainment is usually one of the simplest, yet most compelling ways that folks of all ages can allow themselves to be absorbed in, especially films. Nothing transports us as quickly, or as… Continue reading That Ol’ Black (Girl) Magic: Halle Bailey’s “Ariel” Already Swimming In White Tears

“If People Don’t Reach Out….There Will Be No Change”: a Father’s Day Chat With Dallas Businessman Chris Adams

Thanks to the necessity of dual-earner families and evolving societal norms, expectations for fatherhood have shifted over the last several years. Men who were once expected to mete out the discipline as stern and nearly-silent providers are now more hands-on partners as far as the day-to-day raising and nurturing of their daughters and sons. While… Continue reading “If People Don’t Reach Out….There Will Be No Change”: a Father’s Day Chat With Dallas Businessman Chris Adams

Lessons From a Marriage, The Talk Show Version

“How you doin’?” It’s a question that Wendy Williams purrs to the audience at every opportunity throughout her of her self-titled daytime talk show, but one that she was reluctant to answer when focused on herself…..until now. A former East Coast disc-jockey who gained notoriety thru her charisma, gossiping and spicy interviews, the award-winning radio… Continue reading Lessons From a Marriage, The Talk Show Version

These Chicks Ain’t Loyal….But Neither Are You

“Sisters are doing it for themselves.” “Girl Code.” “We ladies just gotta stick together.” In a society that remains, for the most part, ‘a man’s world,’ phrases like these offer empowerment, glimpses into solidarity and often become a rallying cry for women to step up and become allies on one another’s behalf. Sometimes, however, there… Continue reading These Chicks Ain’t Loyal….But Neither Are You

Caught Up In The “Rhapsody”: How Queen Won On Film & In Life

Earlier last month, when the Oscar Award nominations were announced, the choices and snubs gave critics plenty to write about: A Star is Born and If Beale Street Could Talk fell short of representation in the main categories, but Black Panther made history as the first superhero-centered movie to get the nod for best picture… Continue reading Caught Up In The “Rhapsody”: How Queen Won On Film & In Life