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Levina Lye has built her name on raw honesty and emotional depth. From her breakout debut, Pieces of Me, to her defiant anthem “DFWM (Don’t F*ck With Me),” the singer-songwriter continues to merge vulnerability with strength. Her music, rooted in poetry and soul, reflects the duality she openly embraces—the artist who smiles through pain yet…
Tobias Dorzon is proof that a second act can redefine a life. The former pro running back built a national platform on Food Network and expanded his culinary reach while bringing West African roots, competitive discipline, and community into the center of his work. A year after surviving a violent attempt on his life, he…
R&B singer Jaymillyrock reflects on her path from childhood harmonies to defining her own sound. She discusses the influences, creative process, and moments that continue to shape her musical evolution. How did you first get into making R&B music, and what drew you to the genre? I first got into R&B as a child. It…
From the raw streets of Baltimore to the national spotlight as an American Idol Top 7 finalist, Gabby Samone has proven herself a formidable force in music. With a voice that blends soul, gospel, and raw authenticity, she has captivated icons like Mariah Carey and J. Cole while building a fiercely loyal following. But beyond…
Jeff Pearlman, acclaimed sports and music biographer, returns with a deep dive into the life of one of hip-hop’s most iconic figures. In his new book, No One Can Judge Me: The Many Lives of Tupac Shakur, Pearlman traces the complexities, contradictions, and enduring legacy of the rapper, actor, and activist whose influence continues decades…
Jessica Divine founded Herbal Renaissance from her own journey of healing, transforming personal struggle into a mission grounded in faith, resilience, and ancestral wisdom. In 2015, she faced allergies, eczema, diabetes, and chronic fatigue that conventional medicine couldn’t resolve. Turning to herbs and plant-based nutrition, she restored her health — losing 40 pounds, reversing diabetes,…
Screenwriter/author Felicia F. Clark delivers a short story that asks a simple question: how can a planned bank robbery go wrong? The answer, of course, is in every imaginable way. “Put your muthfucking hands in the air neowww!!!!” The gunman’s voice cracked through the stale, air-conditioned air of the State of Wisconsin Credit Union. He…
Rev. Janelle Wood, founder of the Black Mothers Forum and BMF School to Purpose Academies, is reshaping education for Black children and families in Arizona. Her micro school model replaces punishment with purpose, creating learning spaces built on safety, love, and accountability. In this interview, she shares how her vision is breaking the school-to-prison pipeline…