Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA), the National Football League (NFL) and the NFL Players Association (NFLPA) announced a multi-year renewal to their partnership, marking the biggest and widest-reaching gaming agreement in NFL history. Under the partnership, the EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL franchise will exclusively create authentic football simulation games, and EA SPORTS, the NFL and the… Continue reading Electronic Arts, the National Football League and the NFL Players Association Announce Multi-Year Renewal
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Natasha Burton: ‘I Owe it to Myself to Win’
Obstacles are placed in front of us to see if we are able to overcome them and to challenge us to meet the task. In the case of businesswoman Natasha Burton, her obstacle is having an autoimmune disease. But, that hasn’t stopped her from being able to have multiple successful businesses to operate. The Industry… Continue reading Natasha Burton: ‘I Owe it to Myself to Win’
Darius Miles And Quentin Richardson Are Back With New Season Of ‘Knuckleheads’ Podcast
The Players’ Tribune (TPT), Quentin Richardson and Darius Miles, are back together for a special at-home season of their critically acclaimed podcast, Knuckleheads with Quentin Richardson & Darius Miles. Named for the on-court celebration the duo made famous, this unfiltered, hilarious and incredibly engaging podcast transcends just sports to discuss everything from culture to music… Continue reading Darius Miles And Quentin Richardson Are Back With New Season Of ‘Knuckleheads’ Podcast
5 Questions With… Matthew Goins
Frustrated with the lack of diversity featured in children’s puzzle drawings, Matthew Goins knew he had to start his own puzzle company to address that issue. The creation of Puzzle Huddle has led to young children being able to see images of kids that look just like them in the puzzle arena. With the effects… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Matthew Goins
BET+ Announces ALL THE WAY BLACK, Hosted by Chris Spencer Will Launch on Thursday, June 4
BET+ announces that its new comedy series ALL THE WAY BLACK, hosted by actor/comedian Chris Spencer (@therealchrisspencer), will launch exclusively on the streaming service Thursday, June 4 across all platforms. Viewers can binge the first half of the season on 6/4, with the second half being released at a later date. Rich in nostalgia, half-hour episodes string together clips that focus on a… Continue reading BET+ Announces ALL THE WAY BLACK, Hosted by Chris Spencer Will Launch on Thursday, June 4
5 Questions With… Corey Seaton
When Toyota was planning the release of the latest Highlander, the auto dealer called on Burrell Communications, one of the largest black-owned ad agencies in the nation, to develop a concept that would help sell the vehicle. The Industry Cosign spoke to Corey Seaton, VP Creative Director at Burrell Communications, about what went into the… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Corey Seaton
Chanel Rae Pettaway: ‘No Matter What You Want to Do in Life, You Have to Learn Your Craft Before You Can Master It’
The music industry is known to chew and spit out people who lack the vision and/or staying power needed to ride the ever-changing waves. But, if you have a creative mindset and can adapt to the many trends and flows of the game, you tend to stick around and add to your success. Entrepreneur Chanel… Continue reading Chanel Rae Pettaway: ‘No Matter What You Want to Do in Life, You Have to Learn Your Craft Before You Can Master It’
Questlove’s Potluck Debuts May 28th on Food Network
Questlove, musician, producer, author, food entrepreneur, and philanthropist will host Questlove’s Potluck for Food Network, it was announced today by Food Network President, Courtney White. Supporting America’s Food Fund, the fundraising initiative launched by Leonardo DiCaprio and Laurene Powell Jobs, the special will have Questlove virtually bringing together some of his friends, who are all… Continue reading Questlove’s Potluck Debuts May 28th on Food Network
Soulful Wine Down Yoga Bringing Groups Together During a Pandemic
https://www.youtube.com/karentaylorbassyoga Soulful Wine Down Yoga Bringing Groups Together During a Pandemic and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Yoga Instructor Brings Virtual Self-Care Party to Essential Communities International Yoga Day, June 21; Celebration and Virtual Marketplace New York, NY – May 20, 2020 – The Associated Press reports that based on available state and… Continue reading Soulful Wine Down Yoga Bringing Groups Together During a Pandemic
Comcast Xfinity X1 and Flex Customers Can Now Access Black News Channel For Free
Black News Channel, America’s first and only African American-focused 24/7 news network, is now free through the end of the year to Xfinity X1 and Flex customers, giving even more Xfinity customers access to hundreds of hours of informative, educational, and empowering programming geared toward African American audiences. X1 and Flex customers can simply… Continue reading Comcast Xfinity X1 and Flex Customers Can Now Access Black News Channel For Free
Toyota/Lexus Minority Owners Dealership Association to Sponsor National ‘COVID-19 Day of Service’ on May 22
The Toyota/Lexus Minority Owners Dealership Association (TLMODA) is working with The Salvation Army to fill the pantries of families in need during the coronavirus pandemic. On May 22, 2020, TLMODA Dealers and The Salvation Army will distribute more than 4,800 packages in 24 communities throughout the country. “The coronavirus pandemic has left many families vulnerable… Continue reading Toyota/Lexus Minority Owners Dealership Association to Sponsor National ‘COVID-19 Day of Service’ on May 22
Kid Cudi and Virgil Abloh Release ‘Pulling Strings’ T-Shirt as Kid Cudi Returns With New Single, ‘Leader of the Delinquents’
To celebrate the release of Kid Cudi’s first solo track since December 2016, he has partnered with long time creative director, Off-White founder and Louis Vuitton Men’s Artistic Director Virgil Abloh, on an exclusive t-shirt available on shop.kidcudi.com now for a very limited time. The shirt which features a sketch from Abloh, references an iconic Kid Cudi moment that… Continue reading Kid Cudi and Virgil Abloh Release ‘Pulling Strings’ T-Shirt as Kid Cudi Returns With New Single, ‘Leader of the Delinquents’
Reebok Celebrates LGBTQ+ Community Pride with ‘All Types of Love’ Collection and ‘Proud Notes’ Campaign
In honor of the LGBTQ+ community and Pride Month this June, Reebok is proud to announce its all-new “All Types of Love” collection and “Proud Notes” campaign, highlighting activists and influencers in the LGTBQ+ community who are fighting for equality every day. The campaign provides a platform for authentic, passionate individuals to share their unique… Continue reading Reebok Celebrates LGBTQ+ Community Pride with ‘All Types of Love’ Collection and ‘Proud Notes’ Campaign
The T.D. Jakes Foundation And Partners Launch First Virtual STEAM Summer Academy
The T.D. Jakes Foundation, a global nonprofit that focuses on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) education, workforce preparedness and job training will host a first-of-its-kind virtual STEAM summer academy. STEAM Academy 2020 is a five-week summer program open to Dallas County students, ages five to 16, that aligns with separate efforts from Dallas… Continue reading The T.D. Jakes Foundation And Partners Launch First Virtual STEAM Summer Academy
‘The Last Dance’ was The Most-Viewed Documentary Content on ESPN
“The Last Dance” finished strong for its finale, with episodes 9 & 10 averaging 5.6 million viewers across ESPN and ESPN2. Episode 9 (9-10 p.m.) averaged 5.9 million viewers, up 10% from last Sunday, becoming the third most-watched episode of the series, trailing the record-breaking audiences of episodes 1 and 3. Episode 10 (10-11 p.m.)… Continue reading ‘The Last Dance’ was The Most-Viewed Documentary Content on ESPN