iHeartPodcasts and Jemele Hill Team Up for New Sports and Political Podcast “SPOLITICS” In the new podcast series, Hill will explore the intersection between sports, race, gender, sexuality and culture Special guests will include Sports Personality Dan Le Batard, Former NFL Star Lesean McCoy, Michigan Lt. Gov Garlin Gilchrist, Reddit Founder Alexis Ohanian… Continue reading Jemele Hill To Debut New Podcast ‘SPOLITICS’
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ESSENCE Brings On Michele Ghee as Chief Content Officer
ESSENCE Welcomes Veteran Media Executive Michele Ghee as Chief Content Officer and Engaged in Talks to Acquire Expectant Media NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Essence Ventures, the parent company of ESSENCE Communications, Inc., today, announces Michele Ghee as Chief Content Officer, underscoring the company’s commitment to meeting the evolving needs of the New General Market. In this role,… Continue reading ESSENCE Brings On Michele Ghee as Chief Content Officer
Nike To Release Deion Sanders’ Air Diamond Turf Max ’96
A Nike sneaker that NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders wore while he was playing with the Atlanta Falcons is returning to stores in November. According to Footwear News, Nike is releasing the sneakers “Coach Prime” ran his plays in during his time with the NFL team (1989-1993), the Nike Air DT Max ’96. The… Continue reading Nike To Release Deion Sanders’ Air Diamond Turf Max ’96
Sir Davis Official Whiskey Sponsor For Clark Atlanta University Panhell Alumni 25th Anniversary Celebration
Moët Hennessy to Feature Sir Davis Whiskey and Veuve Clicquot at Exclusive Divine 9 Alumni Event ATLANTA, Oct. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Moët Hennessy USA proudly announces its sponsorship of the Clark Atlanta University Panhellenic Council ’99 Alumni 25th Year Anniversary Tailgate Experience, taking place on October 19, 2024, during the university’s Homecoming Football Game. This… Continue reading Sir Davis Official Whiskey Sponsor For Clark Atlanta University Panhell Alumni 25th Anniversary Celebration
Will Atlanta Be Awarded Super Bowl LXII In 2028?
They don’t call it Hotlanta for nothing! Not only is it to describe the heat that Georgians feel in the city, but, it’s becoming the cultural hub for everything dealing with entertainment, conventions, and sports. The city is rumored to be gearing up to be awarded the 2028 Super Bowl. According to Sports Business Journal,… Continue reading Will Atlanta Be Awarded Super Bowl LXII In 2028?
My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Evil Dee
My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Evil Dee Da Beatminerz was a responsible party and some may consider one of the architects of the backpack movement in Hip-Hop back in the 90s when that term was placed on a certain brand of emcees. The sounds, the mindset, and the attitude of the movement were… Continue reading My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Evil Dee
My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Keith Perrin
The acronym FUBU worked its way into our vocabulary back in 1992 and stood as the basis for Black-owned businesses catering to Black businesses. For Us By Us still is a call to arms for Black entrepreneurs to make their way to success. I am in no way saying that the blueprint that the founders… Continue reading My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Keith Perrin
Flavor Flav Auctions Trademark Clock At Black Music Action Coalition Gala
The Black Music Action Coalition held an event on Oct. 3 in Beverly Hills and unexpectedly, former Public Enemy group member Flavor Flav placed his trademark signature clock up for auction. According to Billboard, the Long Island-bred entertainer put up his clock to help raise money for the organization. The former reality TV star jumped… Continue reading Flavor Flav Auctions Trademark Clock At Black Music Action Coalition Gala
adidas Cornerstone Community & Premium Goods Honor Houston Car Culture With PG x CAMPUS ‘00 Release
adidas Cornerstone Community & Premium Goods Honor Houston Car Culture With PG x CAMPUS ‘00 Release Brought to Life with Car Show Launch Event (Portland, OR) — adidas Cornerstone Community is once again partnering with the USA’s first Black woman owned sneaker boutique, Premium Goods, this time to release a limited-edition, collaborative Campus ‘00 silhouette. Showing out for Houston, where Premium… Continue reading adidas Cornerstone Community & Premium Goods Honor Houston Car Culture With PG x CAMPUS ‘00 Release
My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Ralph McDaniels
If you’re a fan of music, more specifically Hip-Hop, Ralph McDaniels should be listed as one of your heroes. Every hip-hop artist was influenced by the work that Uncle Ralph (as he is affectionately known) has done over the 40 years he has been working in this fickle industry. No matter who you support or… Continue reading My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Ralph McDaniels
Gillie Grows by Insa Debuts In Pennsylvania
INSA CANNABIS PARTNERS WITH PHILADELPHIA ICON TO LAUNCH GILLIE GROWS BY INSA IN PENNSYLVANIA MARIJUANA MARKET A Dynamic Collaboration Featuring New Strains Merging the Legendary Taste of Philadelphia Influencer Gillie Da King with Insa’s Unmatched Craftsmanship & Expertise SHAMOKIN DAM, Penn. – September 26, 2024 – Insa, Inc., an independent, Massachusetts-based medical and adult-use… Continue reading Gillie Grows by Insa Debuts In Pennsylvania
Lil’ Kim to Headline Rescheduled AIDS Walk Atlanta Fundraiser and Music Festival on October 19th
Lil’ Kim Performing at Rescheduled AIDS Walk Atlanta Fundraiser 33rd annual 5k run/walk and music festival – postponed due to Hurricane Helene – will take place October 19th at Piedmont Park ATLANTA – The 33rd annual AIDS Walk Atlanta Music Festival and 5k Run presented by AHF Pharmacy and Wells Fargo – originally scheduled for September 28th – is now set… Continue reading Lil’ Kim to Headline Rescheduled AIDS Walk Atlanta Fundraiser and Music Festival on October 19th
Russell Westbrook Cuts Ribbon To Newly Expanded Westbrook Academy
Newly signed Denver Nuggets point guard Russell Westbrook was in California to celebrate the grand reopening of the newly expanded Westbrook Academy campus. According to Fox Los Angeles, the Long Beach native returned to South Los Angeles on Sept. 23 to cut the ribbon to the campus with his wife, Nina. The school is located… Continue reading Russell Westbrook Cuts Ribbon To Newly Expanded Westbrook Academy
My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Wes Jackson
Wes Jackson has been giving back to the community in admirable ways. He has over 25 years of experience as a leader, entrepreneur, innovator, creative, and executive in entertainment and academia. He’s currently president at BRIC Arts, located in Brooklyn, NY, and has been in this position since July 2022. Wes has been leading BRIC,… Continue reading My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Wes Jackson
Lifetime’s ‘Mary J. Blige’s Family Affair’ Set For 2025
‘Mary J. Blige’s Family Affair’ THE QUEEN OF HIP-HOP SOUL MARY J. BLIGE, AND AWARD-WINNING PRODUCERS JORDAN AND JOHN DAVIS EXTEND THEIR RELATIONSHIP WITH LIFETIME (Mary J. Blige photo credit Will Sterling) MARY J. BLIGE’S FAMILY AFFAIR (working title) COMING 2025 AS PART OF THE NETWORK’S VOICES OF A LIFETIME MOVIE SLATE (R to L: Ajiona Alexus photo credit Brian Jones, Da’Vinchi photo… Continue reading Lifetime’s ‘Mary J. Blige’s Family Affair’ Set For 2025
