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Ahh it is January 2023. During the last published article, Sha’Carri Richardson was sport’s public enemy number 1, the pandemic was in full roar and Joey Biden had only been president for a few months. Fast-forward to the present day and a few things have changed. The U.S. is spending billions to fund a war […]
Sha’Carri vs. thee Jamaican trio and the world
Yes, yes, I know. It has been way too long since an article has been posted to this amazing website. In my defense, the podcast has been cooking and dropping consistently. We also have a ton of merch for your purchasing pleasure (shameless plug). Now that we got that out of the way, let’s talk […]
3 Truths about Ruth
Last week, Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away from complications of cancer. She is well regarded and celebrated as a trailblazer in a conservative profession. From becoming the first female law professor at Rutgers Law or the first female law professor tenured at Columbia law, her academic and professional accolades cannot be diminished. She did her […]
She’s still a human…
Yesterday news broke that Democratic candidate Joe Biden had picked Senator Kamala Harris as his running mate and potential VP of ‘Merica. My feelings were admittedly mixed, because as I stated on my podcast, her prosecutorial record was in some ways reprehensible, as were some of her policies (Google her treatment of truants’ parents). I […]
DMX, Snoop and the lack of legendary leadership
On July 22, 2020, I witnessed one of my top three favorite Verzuz battles between two legends in hip hop, my spirit animal DMX, and the party starter Uncle Snoop. I have favorite songs from both artists (DMX -Slippin and Snoop – Cruising featuring Jadakiss, or Jadakiss featuring Snoop depending on who you ask) and […]
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Juneteenth Op-Ed by Ken Montgomery
This current time in history may appear to be new ground for Black people but it isn’t. Everyday is JUNETEENTH and if it isn’t it should be. As a people we are perpetually in the crosshairs of Europeans, White American’s, and the Western world. Not only are we in their crosshairs we are on the […]
Thee Book of Lawrence Part Trois (three)
On April 12, 2020 Insecure returned for another season. I won’t lie I love the show. I watch it with le rib and we laugh and discuss dating, living as an 80s baby in a weird and changing world, and all things good and bad about the show and its characters. For those that don’t know, […]
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Quarantine Survival Guide Part I
Don’t let the worldwide pandemic get you down. Power through it with some content suggestions curated by our team. Check out Part I below: PatagonianLattes QuarantinenChill list Movies Menace II Society Boyz n Da Hood Contagion 28 Days Later Two Can Play that Game The Best Man Love Jones Ma The Breakup Jumping the Broom […]
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Blurred Lines
Shoutout to the guys over at K A Psi. You guys just celebrated another year of existence. I’m cool with several Kappas, Nupes, bunnies, whatever you want to call them, and knew several before they shimmyed on down Diggs Lane to get their letters. The ones I know are a prideful bunch, but are stand […]
When friendships fizzle out – Lil Fizz and the brocode
Every major movie that I can remember had some type of life lesson. The lesson could be as simple as “you only get three great women in your life” or as deep as “be ready to leave anything or anyone in 30 seconds or less.” If you grew up watching these movies, it instilled a […]
Daughters vs. Dads – thee virginity wars
Ahh, the time is ripe for yet another off beat comment from a man concerning a woman’s body. This time it just so happened to come from the hood’s favorite well spoken rapper, Clifford “TI” Harris. In a recent sound byte, he said that he accompanies his daughter to the OB/GYN to ensure/verify/confirm that she […]
Financial Literacy Series – Zero-Based Budget, LLC
In this bonus episode to Season 3, we conclude our financial literacy series with a dope conversation with Cindy Zuniga, Esq., an attorney and founder of Zero-Based Budget, LLC, a financial coaching business. She discusses all things finance, including her journey to understanding finance, her coaching business, and tips that we can all apply to […]
Is Jay-z Kaeping (pronounced “capping”)?
If you haven’t heard yet, Jay-z announced a partnership between the NFL and his Roc Nation company. The reaction was varied, but I got the sense that most people felt that this partnership was akin to crossing a picket line at a strike. I even saw a post which stated that Jay-z’s actions were similar […]
Open Letter to Pat Lynch
Dear Pat Lynch, As a lifelong NYer, I’ve seen several iterations of the NYPD. In the 80s, the force had light blue shirts and most cops had light blue eyes and were also light on patience. I remember the .38 revolvers they carried. I remember the disconnect I felt when I saw them, I never […]
7 Tips to a better hospital visit
I have dealt with hospitals via childbirths, sick loved ones and my own injuries. Chances are that if you are visiting a hospital, you are there for an emergency or urgent situation. I don’t have all of the answers, but I am here to share some tips that made my hospital interactions better. If you […]
Financial Literacy Series Pt.4 featuring Samuel Deane
In the latest installment of our financial literacy series, we interview Samuel Deane of Deane Financial Partners aka the financial advisor to millenials. We discussed his views on finance and the purpose behind his passion. Here is his bio: Samuel Deane, financial advisor and entrepreneur, is the Founder and CEO of Deane Financial Partners, Inc., […]
Ready to drink and Joff?
I recently came across a snippet of a song called “Cinderella” on IG. I reached out to ppl and they told me that 5/1/19 was the day that UC Joff was dropping his “HearthrobOoch” EP. I decided to check out his old work as a primer for the new project. What I heard was the […]
One question for Nipsey
We recently lost a legend in the making in Nipsey Hussle. Another story of a life cut too short. When I heard the news, I initially was too tired to process it. I shrugged it off as random celebrity news. It wasn’t until I slept and thought back to this video, that I started to […]
Financial literacy series part 3: Mr. Delete the Debt
In part 3 of our financial literacy series, we interview Anthony Hartzog aka Mr. Delete the Debt. He discusses how he and his wife hustled their way out of over 100k in debt in less than two years. He also discusses his financial philosophy, his numerous businesses, and how his upbringing shaped his financial behavior. […]
The Super Bowl LIII halftime show and the complicated politics of support for the culture
Super Bowl LVIII is almost here. As one of the most-watched American sporting events of the year, more than 100 million people are expected to tune in this Sunday to see the Los Angeles Rams vs New England Patriots. Since the modern Super Bowl has become infamous as a high-profile entertainment extravaganza, even folks who […]
Financial Literacy PT 2 with “Millennial in Debt”
In Part 2 of our Financial Literacy Series, we sit down with Melissa J.B., 1/2 of the award winning web series “Millennial in Debt” to discuss her road to financial freedom, her thoughts on home ownership, and her mentality toward car transactions. She explains how she accomplished financial freedom on a teacher’s salary and her […]
Financial Literacy with Fortune Capital Consulting
Rob Fortune of Fortune Capital Consulting sat done with us to discuss some key debt elimination, wealth building, and financial keys that any and all can apply to their lives. Check it out here: Contact him here: Fortune Capital Consulting Website Facebook Instagram Twitter BIO: “FORTUNE CAPITAL CONSULTING WAS FOUNDED BY OWNER ROBERT FORTUNE IN […]
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Family Feud: a thought piece on Reid and Malcolm
Well folks, we’ve reached the end of 2018 NFL regular season. While this season certainly had its fair share of plot twists — from the no-shows, the injuries and other highlights (hello Baker and the Browns) — my bet is that the recent chapter in the Malcolm Jenkins vs Eric Reid saga has flown under your […]
Art Basel 2018: Where Same Is The New Different
For those of us in the creative space, Art Basel is rapidly becoming the hottest annual event to attend. Hosted all across Miami Florida – most notably in the rapidly gentrifying Wynwood area – Art Basel sets the stage for super talented and underrated artists to finally have their work showcased. However, what […]
Journalism or Jiving?
Many of us have seen the Hot97/Kodak black interaction by now. Ebro saw it fit to address recent legal troubles Kodak has experienced and stated that he wanted to debrief after the resolution of said cases. Kodak reacted by saying well, I’m not here for that bruh. Most of the interview felt weird energy wise. […]
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