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Lost Without Them: How This Weekend’s Campbell/Winans Verzuz Took Me Down Memory Lane

This past weekend’s Easter Verzuz was an incredible reminder of the power of music. And memories. Both BeBe and CeCe and Tina and Erica will always be my faves. Forever.

They Be Acting-Acting: Five Performers That Should Already Have 2022 Emmy Wins Locked Up

This list is very unofficial, but also very necessary. There are five standout television performances that deserve praise now, and definitely in September.

Protect Black Women: Three Times Cory Booker Made These Historic Supreme Court Confirmation Hearings Must-See TV

This week’s confirmation hearing has been historic on so many levels. However, it was Senator Cory Booker, straight outta Newark, that made it must-see TV.

Midweek Music Break: “Best Kept Secret,” TL Cross

I’ve been a fan of TL Cross since the first time I saw him perform at SOBs. After stumbling across the music video for his hit “Best Kept Secret,” I figured it’s time to give him his flowers.

History Happened: Seven More Black 90s Sitcoms You Might Not Remember

The 1990s were a great time for Black sitcoms. Until it wasn’t. Here are a few more shows you might not be aware even existed.

The Sunday Stream

The story about the rise and fall of one of this nation’s most iconic 90s cultural events–LA’s Phat Tuesdays–is finally ready for its closeup.

The Sunday Stream

For eight seasons, Black’ish has given us many epic moments. Now, as it says its farewell later this year, I look back at my favorite episode of the series.

The Write Ones: Thirteen Black Women Writers Changing the Faces of Television

There are no greater creative forces in the world than Black women. Today let’s take a look at thirteen that are changing the faces of television.

Everything’s A-OK: The Time James Earl Jones Made History Where The Air Is Sweet

January 17th was James Earl Jones’ 91st birthday. Today as we celebrate his birthday, we also celebrate the man, the legend, the voice by recognizing a distinction only he can claim.