Category: Entertainment

West Coast Hip-Hop Queen YO-YO Launches Mocha Mix Competition

Crowned the #1 nationally syndicated radio show for women of color, Café Mocha is calling all female DJs to join the ‘Mocha Mix’ movement hosted by hip hop legend and co-host Yo-Yo. The highly covenant final 10 minutes of the two-hour weekend show has become a ‘staple’ for listeners over the years; thanks to mixes… Continue reading West Coast Hip-Hop Queen YO-YO Launches Mocha Mix Competition

The Root Announces Lineup for First Annual Root Institute Event

Today The Root, one of the largest sites covering Black news, politics, culture and opinion, announced the lineup for its first-ever Root Institute event, presented by Target. The Root Institute is a virtual, collaborative conference exploring socio-political, cultural, and entertainment topics to advance the agenda of Black Americans, as exemplified by the current state of race… Continue reading The Root Announces Lineup for First Annual Root Institute Event

Higher Ground and Spotify Announce ‘The Michelle Obama Podcast’ Debuting July 29

Last summer, President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama’s production company, Higher Ground, announced a partnership with Spotify to produce podcasts exclusive to the platform. Today, we are excited to announce the first title in the ongoing partnership, The Michelle Obama Podcast. Hosted by Michelle Obama, the show will bring listeners the First Lady’s most candid,… Continue reading Higher Ground and Spotify Announce ‘The Michelle Obama Podcast’ Debuting July 29

Turner Sports Announces New Storytelling Show ‘The Arena’

Leading up to the restart of the 2019-20 NBA season, Turner Sports will debut The Arena presented by Tractor Supply – Monday, July 20, at 8 p.m. ET on TNT – a new in-depth storytelling franchise created to provide a thought-provoking forum for content on topics occurring on and off the court of play. The show’s format intertwines impactful features… Continue reading Turner Sports Announces New Storytelling Show ‘The Arena’

Rushion McDonald: ‘I Firmly Believe That a Person’s Level of Success is Based on Work Ethic’

Sometimes things don’t work out the way you anticipate, but that doesn’t mean that you failed. In some cases, being veered away from your original plan can actually put you in a better position. That was the case for Rushion McDonald. As McDonald is still proving, nothing can stop a person when ambition and work… Continue reading Rushion McDonald: ‘I Firmly Believe That a Person’s Level of Success is Based on Work Ethic’

‘TYLER PERRY’S MADEA’S FAREWELL PLAY’ SET TO LAUNCH ON BET+ AUGUST 27

BET+ announces “TYLER PERRY’S MADEA’S FAREWELL PLAY” will launch exclusively on the platform Thursday, August 27.  In Tyler Perry’s final stage run as Madea, he pulls together some of his audience’s favorite characters for a family gathering.  Madea, Mr. Brown, Cora, and Aunt Bam are all under one roof for over two hours of pure… Continue reading ‘TYLER PERRY’S MADEA’S FAREWELL PLAY’ SET TO LAUNCH ON BET+ AUGUST 27

Blackville, a Community of Black Creatives, Issues Statement of Equality and Reconciliation to Hollywood

Hashtags and symbolic gestures go only a certain distance. To confront and remove implicit, in-built bias in the entertainment industry and especially Hollywood, a community of creatives have come together to form Blackville. Blackville has recently released a statement addressed to Hollywood and available on its official website. Blackville Founder Built for Black people, by Black… Continue reading Blackville, a Community of Black Creatives, Issues Statement of Equality and Reconciliation to Hollywood

New Season of CNN’s ‘United Shades of America’ Premieres 7/19

The multiple Emmy Award-winning CNN Original Series, United Shades of America with W. Kamau Bell, returns for its fifth season on Sunday, July 19, at 10 p.m. ET/PT.   United Shades of America with W. Kamau Bell, produced by Zero Point Zero (Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown), is an eight-part docuseries that follows sociopolitical comedian W.… Continue reading New Season of CNN’s ‘United Shades of America’ Premieres 7/19

WNBA Announces A 2020 Season Dedicated To Social Justice

The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) and Women’s National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA) today announced the launch of a new platform, The Justice Movement, and the creation of the WNBA/WNBPA Social Justice Council. The collaborative efforts of the League and the Players Association represent an unprecedented and bold new commitment to advancing social justice by… Continue reading WNBA Announces A 2020 Season Dedicated To Social Justice

MTV’s ‘VMAs’ Returns to New York City

Following New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s Monday morning press briefing, MTV announced that the 2020 “VMAs” will return to New York City on Sunday, August 30th at Barclays Center. This year’s screen breaking spectacle will bring together music fans worldwide and pay homage to the strength, spirit, and incredible resilience of NYC and its… Continue reading MTV’s ‘VMAs’ Returns to New York City

HBO Max Acquires Exclusive Streaming Rights to ‘David Makes Man’

Season One of “OWN” and Warner Horizon Scripted Television’s Peabody Award–winning series “David Makes Man,” a one-hour lyrical drama created by Academy Award®–winning screenwriter/Tony Award–nominated playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney (“Moonlight”), will be available to stream on HBO Max starting July 16. The series centers on David, a 14-year-old prodigy from the projects who is haunted… Continue reading HBO Max Acquires Exclusive Streaming Rights to ‘David Makes Man’

Jay Pharoah to Host Nickelodeon’s Unfiltered July 11, 2020

Comedian and actor Jay Pharoah (Saturday Night Live, 2 Minutes of Fame), will host Nickelodeon’s Unfiltered (previously Game Face).  The remotely produced six-episode game show features panelists Darci Lynne and All That’s Lex Lumpkin and Gabrielle Nevaeh Green, who must guess the identities of virtually disguised celebrity guests.  Nickelodeon’s Unfiltered premieres Saturday, July 11, at… Continue reading Jay Pharoah to Host Nickelodeon’s Unfiltered July 11, 2020

NICKELODEON’S NICK NEWS RETURNS WITH KIDS, RACE AND UNITY: A NICK NEWS SPECIAL

Nickelodeon’s heralded Nick News marks its return with a special hour-long presentation–Kids, Race and Unity: A Nick News Special, premiering Monday, June 29, at 7 p.m. (ET/PT).  Hosted by global superstar Alicia Keys, the program will amplify the voices and experiences of Black children across the country amid current events.  The special will feature the… Continue reading NICKELODEON’S NICK NEWS RETURNS WITH KIDS, RACE AND UNITY: A NICK NEWS SPECIAL

Philo Adds EPIX and STARZ to its Service

Philo, the national TV streaming service, today announced that it is adding EPIX and STARZ to its line-up of top entertainment, lifestyle and knowledge-based programming. Packed with premium entertainment viewing options and multiple networks in each package, these networks will be available for an additional monthly fee to all new and existing subscribers. Philo’s standard… Continue reading Philo Adds EPIX and STARZ to its Service

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