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On a special Zoom video simulcast of their SiriusXM show Straight From The Hart, co-hosts Kevin Hart and the Plastic Cup Boyz discussed systemic racism in the stand-up world and the importance of lifting up emerging black comedians. During one segment of Tuesday night’s show, co-host Na’im Lynn spoke about the lack of opportunities for…
Amazon Studios and Michael B. Jordan’s Outlier Society are launching “A Night at the Drive-In”, a nationwide summer screening series featuring a wide selection of films celebrating multi-cultural voices in cinema. In an effort to evoke the nostalgic joy of a summer evening at the drive-in with family and friends, attendance will be at no…
On Thursday’s (June 25) episode of #EverydayStruggle, Nadeska, Wayno and DJ Akademiks start off the show reacting to Eminem’s diss towards Revolt and Joe Budden on an alternate leaked version of Conway The Machine’s track ‘Bang.’ Next, the EDS crew has a debate about #BlackTwitter and how the space has evolved over time. Soon after,…
With the release of her new single “Small Things,” R&B singer JoJo took the time to not only acknowledge the roles Black people have played in her both personally and professionally, but to also pledge her continued appreciation for having been welcomed with open arms. In the description of her YouTube video, she writes: “I’ve…
In his new book, Straight Up: Honest, Unfiltered, As-Real-As-I-Can-Put-It Advice for Life’s Biggest Challenges, motivational speaker, former NFL player and the founder of non-profit RehabTime, Trent Shelton, offers advice and insights to guide today’s young adults to establish healthy relationships, chase after their dreams, and live their best lives. Published by Zondervan, Straight Up releases…
Urban Magazine celebrates Black Music Month with soul singer Raheem DeVaughn covering the June issue released on Friday, Juneteenth. “Raheem DeVaughn has been consistently creating beautiful soulful music since he first emerged in 2002. While many of his peers within the neo-soul movement have fallen off or comprised their artistic integrity, he remain true to…
On this episode: Joe and the guys discuss Dave Chappelle’s latest special. They also discuss the BET award nominees, Alicia Keys vs John Legend’s upcoming Verzuz battle, new music, Joe continues to speak to social injustices and much more! Sleeper Pick Joe | Avant – “Edible” Rory | They – “Count Me In” Mal |…
Due to the large volume of testimony, the Office of the Attorney General is adding a second day of hearings to examine the nature and detail of interactions between police officers and the public during recent protests. The second day of hearings will commence on Thursday, June 18th at 11:00am. The Office of the Attorney…