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Sneakerhead of State: From Sneakerhead to Footwear Designer—A New Pathway Into the Industry

Sneakerhead of State is helping aspiring footwear designers, makers, and customizers transform their passion for sneakers into opportunities for industry exposure, mentorship, and professional growth. For as long as sneaker culture has existed, there have been people who wanted more than the latest release. They wanted to know who designed it. They wanted to understand…

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Dr. Margena A. Christian on Sylvia Moy’s Legacy, Motown History, and Saving Stevie Wonder

Sylvia Moy helped shape Motown history, but her name is often absent from conversations about the label’s most influential figures. A songwriter, producer, and trailblazer, Moy broke barriers for women in the music industry while contributing to the careers of artists who would become household names. Yet despite her accomplishments, her story has remained largely…

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Vilissa Thompson

Ramp Your Voice! Conference 2026 Celebrates Black Disabled Joy, Leadership, And Community

Vilissa Thompson, LMSW’s Ramp Your Voice! Conference 2026 is an important space that focuses on the diverse experiences of Black disabled individuals. It goes beyond just discussing challenges and instead celebrates Black disabled joy, strength, and leadership. By uniting various leaders, artists, and advocates, the conference creates a shared space for storytelling and connection. It…

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MANNISH Founder Gregory DeAnda Discusses Identity, Craftsmanship, and the Power of Immigrant Creativity

With artists+immigrants, Gregory DeAnda introduces MANNISH as more than a brand but a testament to movement, memory, and the quiet strength of those who build new worlds. From Montana to Mexico, from London’s thrift culture to Cape Town’s creative pulse, his journey shapes a debut collection rooted in durability, blues‑infused spirit, and immigrant resilience. In…

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Míchelle Annalèise Coles

Míchelle Annalèise Coles Pens Powerful Note for Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month

Renowned author, relationship coach, and Urban Magazine contributor Michelle Annaléise Coles has passionately crafted a powerful, uplifting letter to honor Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month. You can learn more about her at https://annaleiseaffirms.com/ and purchase her critically acclaimed book, “Unapologetically You: The Path to Unshakable Self-Love (Paperback).” Dear Men, Some of y’all been carrying worlds…

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Suzi Reflects on Global Rise as “Nobody’s Better” Tops 300 Million Streams

Suzi talks about becoming a global sensation, with “Nobody’s Better” surpassing 300 million streams. In this interview, she discusses creative range, her cultural identity, independence, and growth. You grew up immersed in music from a young age. What do you remember most about when your talent was first recognized in kindergarten, and how did that shape…

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