Following various casting announcements and teasers, SDG Productions is officially taking the curtain off of its ambitious animated project “The Uptown Chronicles”, releasing both an official trailer and the series synopsis. Following the Hamilton family, led by scientist father Dre and guardian mother Maya, as their five children – gifted
Meshell Ndegeocello has announced her second album for Blue Note Records, No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin. This tribute to James Baldwin will be released on August 2nd, marking the 100th anniversary of the renowned author’s birth. Below, you can listen to the album’s first two singles, “Travel”
Jessica Francois, a 35-year-old Haitian American entrepreneur from West Palm Beach, Florida, has launched a line of mushroom coffee called Heavenz Shroomz Coffee. It incorporates organic mushrooms such as Lion’s Mane (known for its cognitive benefits) and Chaga (immune-boosting properties) to neutralize coffee grounds, creating an alkaline and healthier alternative
Ashley Harmon, the founder of Mela Vitamins, highlights the significant impact of genetics, socioeconomic factors, and high-stress levels on health outcomes. Her mission is to tackle these challenges within Black communities. Harmon herself faced chronic fatigue, digestive issues, and persistent skin breakouts for years, eventually being diagnosed with a vitamin
The casting for SDG Quantum Productions animated franchise continues to add respected stalwarts to its cast, with the announcement that Maria Katre and Jason C. Louder have joined the cast in key roles. Though specific plot details are being kept close to the vest, The Uptown Chronicles has been described
The cast of the upcoming animated project “The Uptown Chronicles” continues to fill out nicely with the recently announced casting of Jasmin Richardson (The Book of Mormon) and Major Attaway (Aladdin) in leading roles. While specific plot details are being kept under wraps, “The Uptown Chronicles” has been described as
Mychal Threets, known as Mychal the Librarian, has captivated social media with his passion for books and libraries, aiming to reignite a love for reading in everyone. In a serendipitous twist, Threets has joined forces with one of his beloved PBS characters, fostering excitement for learning once again. Now 34,
Gwendolyn Wallace’s children’s book Joy Takes Root is a thoughtful and beautiful ode to the natural world. It follows Joy, a young black girl, as she learns about herbal medicine and mindfulness through her grandmother’s wisdom passed down through generations. The synopsis reads: “It’s Joy’s first summer in her grandmother’s
Faith Ringgold, a pioneering educator and activist, passed away at the age of 93 on Saturday, April 13th. Her lifetime was a testament to a vibrant tapestry of creativity that transcended the confines of medium, style, and cultural identity. Born on October 8, 1930, in Harlem, New York, Ringgold’s artistic
Washington D.C.-based food advocate and driven mother Tambra Raye Stevenson has been determined to create healthier communities through her inspiring work with the Food Bill of Rights. Fueled by Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move Initiative, which aimed to improve children’s diets, Tambra founded WANDA: Women Advancing Nutrition Dietetics and Agriculture. Her
