There Was No Justice For Trayvon But We Cannot Be Silenced
This weekend, I was at a convening with 100 young Black leaders and activists, brought together from across the country by the Black Youth Project. We were there to talk about our advocacy work as well as issues affecting the Black community. And more importantly, we were there to talk about what …
All Great Granny Wants for Her 100th Birthday is Her Thirst Quenched
One great grandmother turned 100 recently, and her local news station wanted to interview her on what it’s like to hit that century mark. Because it’s no small feat. Well, it didn’t go as anyone expected. Watch the NSFW video below: I. DON. DIE. The fact that the first thing …
My Thoughts About the Premiere of R&B Divas LA
Last night, I tuned in to watch TVOne’s R&B Divas LA, and it was actually pretty good. By pretty good, I mean it promises to be a drama-filled show because of the explosive personalities on there. Also, it was a great way to take a walk down memory lane with …
Kirk is a Despicable Dustrag and Momma Dee Meets Her Match: LHHATL Episode 12 Recap
I was still cussing Kirk out for his wack ass escapades from last week’s Love and Hip Hop Atlanta when this week rolled around. We left off as the dusty degenerate in denim closed the door of his cabin room, accompanied by two wayward women. This latest episode picked up …
Ratchet and the Geek Podcast: Episode 14 (Banana Stand)
Wells, Scott Hanselman and I are back with our latest episode of our Ratchet and the Geek podcast! Episode 14 is called “Banana Stand” because I’m finally all caught up with Arrested Development, and those who watch it will understand. We recap our trip to New York for Blogging While …
My Advice About Dinosaur Love and the Weirdest Facebook Post Ever
I get some strange messages via email or on Facebook sometimes and most just get a side-eye. But yesterday, someone dropped THE WEIRDEST message I’ve ever got on my Facebook fan page wall. And it’s either I’m being trolled (most likely) or people are truly stranger that I could ever …
Kerry Washington Got Married and is Now My Cousin
Imagine my surprise when I found out this afternoon that Kerry Washington, aka Olivia Pope got married on June 24th! YESSSS! Miss Kerry (baby) is a wedded woman, and she tied the knot to football player Nnamdi Asomugha, according to E! Online. You know I don’t watch football but that …
I’m Digging Nicki Minaj Lately and It’s Not For Her Music
Y’all know Nicki Minaj’s music tapdances on my last nerves and she dresses like a highlighter factory blew up. But she’s the most popular female rapper out there so she’s everywhere and I just have to deal. And avoid listening to her tunes. Or staring at her pictures for too …
Kirk’s Cabin Getaway, Joseline’s Demand and Scrappy’s Walk of Shame: LHHATL Episode 11 Recap
I know I’m a delinquent with my Love and Hip Hop ATL recaps this season but bear with fickle G. Anywho, last night’s episode was full of side-eye as we really got to see how Ain’t Shit Kirk was. Him and those damb denim vests. Let’s just get into it. …
When He Said Goodbye, It WAS For Long: Remembering Luther Vandross
Today is the 8th anniversary of Luther Vandross passing, and chile… he is STILL missed. That man’s vocal chords were clearly coated with Heaven’s ambrosia and dusted with angel St. Michael’s wings because it was amazing. Luther Vandross took old songs and when he sang them, folks forgot the originals. …