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Writer, director, and actress Tiffany Toney has never followed the traditional Hollywood playbook. During the COVID-19 pandemic, as she faced financial hardship and uncertainty, she chose to invest in herself, writing and producing her critically acclaimed feature film Bora. The cult classic survived funding challenges, production setbacks, and a complete reshoot before reaching audiences through…
In the movement for health equity, few voices are as powerful as those who have lived the journey firsthand. Sharonda Sikes, V.P. of Operations for the Sickle Cell Community Consortium, understands this better than anyone. As the organization prepares for Warrior Con ’26, July 22–26, 2026, at the Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel, the focus…
Before thousands of fans gathered at the FIFA Fan Festival in Dallas, four North Texas artists came together to create an anthem reflecting the city’s sound, culture, and energy. Led by ShySpeaks and Tye Harris, who also produced the energetic track, and featuring Gavin Copeland and xBValentine, “World in Our City” blends hip-hop, soul, bilingual…
dream hampton and Petter Ringbom discuss how the fascinating documentary, This World Is Not My Own, reimagines the history, creative genius, and legacy of self-taught artist Nellie Mae Rowe. Before museums, retrospectives or the language of legacy arrived, Nellie Mae Rowe had already built a universe of her own. Inside the Georgia home she called…
Connecticut is often seen as wealthy and suburban. However, filmmaker Majella Mark contends that this view neglects the experiences of many residents, especially Black communities whose histories and challenges are often excluded. In her documentary Connecticut Fault Lines, Mark reveals how the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted deep-rooted inequities in healthcare, education, housing, food access, and public…
From overcoming personal setbacks to returning to the court just two months after giving birth, Cheyenne Parker-Tyus has built her career on resilience, discipline, and relentless determination. In this powerful conversation, the Las Vegas Aces forward opens up about motherhood, redemption, professional basketball, and the mindset that carried her through adversity to become one of…
Michael Elliot discusses the emotional core of his films, the importance of Black romantic storytelling, entrepreneurship, and the responsibility he feels to create lasting cultural images. Your films Brown Sugar and Just Wright are often cited as defining modern Black romantic storytelling. What emotional truth were you chasing in those scripts that still resonates today?…
The String Queens aren’t just releasing a song — they’re lighting a fuse. “Troubled Liberty” is their boldest strike yet: a searing blend of ancestry, protest, and unshakable Black womanhood that refuses to whisper when the moment demands a roar. Born from spirituals, sharpened by classical rigor, and ignited by the chaos and hope of…