Many people cringe at the word “exercise” because it evokes the idea of having to endure pain, which makes it easy to forget about the pleasure positive results can bring. Shopping for smaller dresses and waist sizes, feeling and looking better, and having more energy and longevity for their lovedContinue Reading
It’s time for one of the country’s hottest comedians to go onstage and perform. Nathaniel Stroman, known professionally as “Earthquake,” is preparing to do his normal set in front of a sold-out crowd. But before he steps onstage, he remembers what got him to where he is. He understands thatContinue Reading
It is no secret that something is going on. The American middle class (MC) has never seen the landslide of increasing costs of living like what is happening in today’s economy. MC life is being attacked from all angles. Whether it is the increased cost of food, housing, or theContinue Reading
WAYNE DAILEY Wayne Dailey is an award-winning Creative Director from the Los Angeles market, where he provided 36 years of graphic design services. Dailey was Art Director/Traffic Manager of Creative Services at the Los Angeles Times for 20 years. He also worked in the cosmetic and entertainment industries, including providingContinue Reading
Actor and comedian Kevin Hart said, “As a Black father, my priority is to be there for my kids, to show them love, and make sure they know that I’m always in their corner. Black dads are strong, caring, and important in their children’s lives.” It has become a commonContinue Reading
How Masculinities and Femininities Develop The Gendered Innovations Project, which is based out of Stanford University, outlines these five major points to consider when discussing femininities and masculinities, which are purposely plural and dynamic because they change with culture and with individuals. In everyday language, femininities and masculinities do notContinue Reading
Femininity is a concept that has been debated, explored, and redefined throughout history. It’s a multifaceted concept that’s defined by various factors, including cultural norms, gender roles, and personal identity. Femininity refers to the qualities, behaviors, and traits that are traditionally associated with being female. However, femininity is not aContinue Reading
Since the mid-1800s, movements such as woman’s suffrage, women’s rights, and feminism have gone through multiple waves of transformation and effectiveness. From infighting within their ranks to define their platform and create a consensus to formidable political actions, women are still challenged with being seen, understood, accepted, respected, and honoredContinue Reading
One of the things borne out of the Civil Rights Movement was the desire to get more Blacks educated so the playing field could be leveled. Education was seen as a way out. Grants and financing were created to give Blacks the opportunity to pursue higher education. Black men respondedContinue Reading
– ARIANE KIRPATRICK – Ariane Kirkpatrick is president and CEO of The AKA Team, a full-service commercial construction and facilities company. Based in Cleveland, the 10-year-old, multi-million dollar firm partners with its clients to provide collaborative management and construction services through three divisions. No matter the scale of a project,Continue Reading
