Just a few thoughts on this Wakanda Weekend: Anyone who has known me any length of time knows I am completely in the tank for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. I’ve seen every film in theaters, I own a vast
Random Ramblings
There’s been a lot going on lately, and I haven’t truly been able to set aside the time to talk about it. But, since I have a few moments of peace and quiet, I think I’m gonna do just that.
Representation Matters
On June 9, the initial trailer for Marvel Studio’s Black Panther hit the airwaves. Starring Chadwick Boseman, Lupita Nyong’o, and Michael B. Jordan, it will tell the story of T’Challa (Boseman) as he navigates the murky waters of leadership after
Progressive Regression
So…everyone has given their thoughts on the events of Tuesday, and I guess it’s my turn now. I’m not happy. At all. I’m not dumb. I understand the ups and downs of politics. I understand things that go on with
Listen…
So, I’m sure everyone has seen the news report of yet another unarmed black man killed by those who are hired to protect and serve. I’m sure everyone has also already seen the video that will surely get these officers
Rhapsody in Purple
2016 strikes again. I feel like I wrote something like this a few months ago; in fact, I did. I honestly don’t know what to say about the legendary Prince that hasn’t already been said by people who are
Non-Controversial Controversy
On Wednesday, ABC aired what would be considered a “very special episode” of their comedy show Black-ish. For those not in the know, Black-ish, which stars Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross, centers on the Johnson family, an upper-middle class Black
Please Don’t Stop the Music
2016 hasn’t been the best year for musicians or entertainers. David Bowie, Glenn Frey, Alan Rickman, and Abe Vigoda are just a few of the highlights of the bloody swath the Grim Reaper has carved through this year. But, no
Halloween Pro Tip
Halloween is upon us, and with this fantastical time of year comes the ritual of adults dressing up in costume as their favorite video game, superheroes, or celebrities. We’ve also had cosplay season, where adults dress up as their favorite
United
With the events of this unspeakable act of terrorism in Charleston, South Carolina – and let’s be honest, that’s exactly what it is, I stand in unity with my brothers and sisters in Christ and the African Methodist Episcopal Church.