Omega of the Omegas
February 4, 2024
Fellow author, the beautiful and profound Kai Leakes, referred to my favorite superheroine as the Omega of Omegas and words cannot express how much I adore the accuracy of the statement.
Tag: black girl magic
Love You To Life, Thanks for Everything MoNique
July 11, 2022
When life offers you a surprise gift. … More Love You To Life, Thanks for Everything MoNique
The Perfect Storm: An Analysis of Marvel’s Most Important Superheroine
February 28, 2022
BY DENNIS R. UPKINS Originally published at 30UpTV: “I am a woman, a mutant, a thief, an X-Man, a lover, a wife, a queen. I am all these things. I am Storm and for me, there are no such things as limits.” —Storm Nine years old. That was the age of this Catholic Altar Boy … More The Perfect Storm: An Analysis of Marvel’s Most Important Superheroine
And I Quote
January 11, 2022
“The path of the One is made by many.” —The Oracle, The Matrix films Be it a social media post, an academic essay, a news article, or a novella, many of my readers know that I am very prone to include profound quotes in my work. A number of those quotes have guided me and … More And I Quote
Because She Can
October 7, 2021
We interrupt your meaningless existence for this very important announcement. Over on Instagram, Perfection Herself, The Goddess known as Gina Torres decided to serve fashion, face, style, and grace and remind everyone that this is her world and she’s letting us pay rent. WHY? Because she can. This concludes our important announcement. You may now … More Because She Can
Those Daughters of Mine
September 26, 2021
In honor of #NationalDaughterDay … More Those Daughters of Mine
Dispel: A Short Film Review
July 27, 2021
Over on OUTvoices I explain why the sci-fi short film Dispel is a game changer in terms of artistry, storytelling, Black triumph and Black Excellence. I also take a moment to give praise honor and glory to Perfection herself: The Goddess known as Gina Torres. And now our feature presentation….
Why I Don’t See It For Wandavision
May 2, 2021
Over on OUTvoices I break down as to why I don’t see it for Wandavision; how Monica Rambeau was arguably the breakout star; and not framing the show from Rambeau’s perspective was a missed opportunity for an excellent series. And now, our feature presentation.
Celebrating Monica Roberts: A Transgriot Tribute
April 20, 2021
“I think a hero is any person really intent on making this a better place for all people.” —Maya Angelou Over on OUTvoices, I pay tribute to the life and legacy of one of the greatest superheroines ever, the late Monica Roberts.
But I Paid Him A Compliment
January 28, 2021
The late Toni Morrison eloquently stated, “I’m always annoyed about why Black people have to bear the brunt of everybody else’s contempt. If we are not totally understanding and smiling, suddenly we’re demons.” Ms. Morrison was an example of how a phenomenal Black woman can recalibrate your entire reality with a few sage words. My … More But I Paid Him A Compliment
Rest In Power Monica Roberts
October 9, 2020
I just got news that journalist, activist, trailblazer, real life superhero, and close personal friend, Monica Roberts has passed away. I’ve said it before, I’ll say it now, and I’ll say it again many times afterwards. There have been a number of us who have come up through the equal rights activism ranks. Monica, without question, … More Rest In Power Monica Roberts
In the Eye of the Perfect Storm
April 14, 2020
It’s always awesome when a work assignment requires you to pen a think piece that is ultimately a love letter to your favorite superhero. Battle on, Windrider!!!!!!
The Goddess That Is: A Character Study on Jessica Pearson
August 28, 2019
Today on Black Girl Nerds I provide a character study on one Jessica Pearson of USA’s legal drama Suits and spinoff Pearson. I also take the opportunity to give praise, honor, and glory to Perfection Herself, Gina Torres. Rock on Goddess!!!!
Iris West-Allen: The MVP of the Arrowverse
July 13, 2019
“It’s okay. A girl’s gotta be her own hero every now and again.” —Iris West-Allen Today on Black Girl Nerds I provide a character study of the exquisite and incredible Iris West-Allen played by the talented and lovely Candice Patton on CW’s The Flash. But first a visual tribute to the MVP of the Arrowverse.
Part of the World I Know
July 8, 2019
Unless you’ve been under the sea or at sea, you’ve no doubt heard about bigots being outraged that a Black actress was cast in the title role for the upcoming live action The Little Mermaid film. So why the outrage, you ask? It’s just a movie, you say. The truth is, it was never about … More Part of the World I Know
These Moments In Whitewashed History
March 25, 2019
The celebration of #WomensHERstoryMonth continues. Today on Black Girl Nerds, I share five cases of #BlackExcellence erasure that you probably weren’t aware of. Have a gander.
Here’s To You Bonnie Bennett
March 12, 2017
Last night The Vampire Diaries came to an end after eight seasons. In saying farewell to the gang from Mystic Falls, it seemed only right to take this opportunity and give the spotlight to the series’ most valuable player. You guessed it, Bonnie Bennett, played flawlessly by the beautiful and immensely talented Kat Graham.
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