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
In spite of all the craziness, yours truly has been blessed. I continue to churn out content, land sales with new markets and level up both artistically and professionally. Because I’ve been on deadline and with everything else going on in the world, I haven’t had an opportunity to list my top articles from the … More Thirteen +: The Best Articles of 2019
Over on Black Girl Nerds I explain why the Marvel Cinematic Universe doesn’t deserve praise for diversity. At least not yet anyway. And now, our feature presentation.
Today on Black Girl Nerds, I provide recommendations for five superb LGBTQ television and web series that are definitely worth checking out. Have a gander.
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!!!!
June may be coming to a close but the celebration of all things #LGBTQExcellence continues 24/7, 365. Today on Black Girl Nerds I discuss why the media is often the only lifeline for many LGBTQs; how stories can impact lives; and how an unlikely television series known as Queer As Folk transformed mine. Cue The … More Cue The Pulse To Begin: How QAF Possibly Saved My Life
My time as a contributor to the Nerds of Color was definitely a blessed one. The story of how I was recruited is a story in itself. From a professional standpoint, being a contributor led to some excellent opportunities. Everything from networking, to receiving gigs, projects and other opportunities. More than that I gained some … More The Nerds Of Color: Political Engagement In And Through A Racialized Fandom Space
Over on Black Girl Nerds, I pay tribute to a pioneer, a visionary, and a superhero in the truest sense of the word. My good friend and Patronus, the late Perry Moore.
March may be over but Women’s HERstory continues to be written. Over on Black Girl Nerds I discuss the latest renaissance in Women’s Wrestling and share how Hall of Famer Gail Kim and the other Knockouts of Impact Wrestling threw down the gauntlet in raising the standard of excellence which in turn has resulted in the WWE, NWA, and … More The Revolution and Evolution of Women’s Wrestling Is Just Getting Started
Say what you will about the 2000 teen comedy film, Bring It On, its commentary on cultural appropriation, racism, privilege, white supremacy, and the exploitation of Black culture seems to be more relevant now than when the film was released nearly two decades ago. Over on Black Girl Nerds, I give five more examples of Black … More More Moments In Whitewashed History
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