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Meet Barry Coleman, vice president of counseling & education programs, for the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC). In this exclusive interview, he’s here to share some information about the organization and its service to the community. Can you tell me about NFCC and its cause? Who are you geared toward? What is the goal?…
Latoya Shauntay Snell, creator of the renowned blog “Running Fat Chef,™,” brings a unique viewpoint as a Black, queer, chronically ill, and plus-size long-distance runner. In this interview, we explore Snell’s exceptional journey, redefining athletic norms and embracing her diverse identity. Can you tell us about your journey as an endurance athlete and how you’ve…
The multifaceted artist Septimius The Great’s meteoric rise in the entertainment industry has captured the attention of fans, tastemakers and power brokers alike. With his debut album Septimus 2.0, Amazon Prime film “Double Dekoi” and the highly anticipated television series “Thirty” on the horizon, the Maryland based star is clearly making his mark across the…
Actor Peyton Perrine III, following his parents’ footsteps, has begun to create a name for himself in the world of acting. In a short time, he has found success as a meddling little brother on “That Girl Lay Lay.” Your mother, Lonyé Perrine, is an actor as well, and I saw in another interview where…
To the residents of the 8th Ward of Poughkeepsie, I write to you today with a sense of both disappointment and concern regarding the recent election outcome that led to the decision not to elect Sakima McClinton as your representative. It is my belief that this choice reflects a missed opportunity for progress and positive…
The dust has settled on Essence Fest 2023 and I took almost two months to reflect on the highs and lows of this year’s event due to my multifaceted position in media. I not only experienced the event as press covering it but as a publicist with clients attending. While the festival had its moments…
If being gifted at one thing is considered a blessing, serial entrepreneur Larry Morrow has been favored far more than most. Known for bringing the biggest names in entertainment to top-tier events worldwide through Larry Morrow Events (LME), he has expanded his success by becoming a renowned real estate developer and exquisite restaurateur. Perhaps, most…
This is the first issue of the eighth year of this run and it still feels like I started this yesterday. As I look to take the magazine to the next level and explore my options, I will never regret keeping its focus on Black culture. I do this for the people I grew up…