Lifestyle Global Economic Forum Elevates Black Women's Health Through Candid Conversation at Essence Festival of Culture 2026 and The Global Black Economic Forum The Global Black Economic Forum (GBEF) convened a powerful discussion on Black women's health during the ESSENCE Festival of Culture 2026 with the panel, "Sistas, Say It Louder: Reclaiming Power, Pleasure, and Protection in Black Women's Health." The panel featured GRAMMY-nominated singer and By Dr. Christal Jordan • 2 min read
Scotty ATL Brings Southern Heavyweights Together on Speedy Recovery Scotty ATL continues to prove why he's one of independent hip-hop's most respected artists with the release of his new album, Speedy Recovery. The project showcases his signature blend of authentic storytelling, polished production, and Southern culture, reinforcing the consistency that has defined his career By King O’muni Lens • 1 min read
Grammy Award-Winning Artist Anthony Hamilton and the Multi-Talented Recording Artist, 704 Release Their Highly Anticipated Video for “SLIDE” The wait is over. Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Anthony Hamilton and multi-genre recording artist 704 officially release the music video for their highly anticipated collaboration, “SLIDE,” marking the beginning of what is shaping up to be one of the summer’s standout records. At the same time, “SLIDE” By King O’muni Lens • 2 min read
Goal Getters Tel K. Ganesan: Building Businesses Without Boundaries Goal Getters: Where Vision Meets Action One of my favorite parts of interviewing entrepreneurs is discovering what drives them long before success arrives. While every Goal Getters conversation is unique, my interview with serial entrepreneur Tel K. Ganesan reminded me that extraordinary careers are often built on one simple trait— By Datrick Davis • 4 min read
Lifestyle Why You Should Read The Heartbreak Years If a man is your only problem, that’s an easy fix –Minda Honey, Author of The Heartbreak Years I spent the last four years as a high school English teacher at a small arts school in the Midwest. It was a humbling experience, being responsible for the education of By Stone E. Mims • 2 min read
Culture OWN’s Put A Ring On It: Cheathab Asks the Question Reality TV Has Been Avoiding For years, reality television has followed a familiar script. Couples fall in love, cameras roll, temptation enters the picture, someone cheats, trust is shattered, and by the reunion special we’re dissecting another relationship that couldn’t survive fame, pressure, or poor decisions. We’ve watched it happen across dating By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read
Culture Black Beauty Never Needed Permission Simone I. Smith and Rapsody remind us that our culture has always been the blueprint. There are certain things Black women wear that have never simply been fashion. They have always been declarations of who we are. A fresh press on Sunday morning, bamboo earrings in the neighborhood, a perfectly By Dr. Christal Jordan • 5 min read
Music Calvin Richardson Is Building More Than Hits. He's Building a Legacy. Few artists have navigated the ever changing landscape of R&B with the consistency, authenticity, and staying power of Calvin Richardson. A Grammy nominated singer, songwriter, producer, entrepreneur, and independent music executive, Richardson has spent decades earning the admiration of fans and fellow musicians through an unwavering commitment to By Kevin Nelson • 3 min read
Models: Therin Johnson (dark blue) and Gabrielle Howard (light blue) Lifestyle The Beauty of Black Summer There was a time when summer meant trying to hide from the sun instead of embracing it. For many Black girls, every extra shade of brown earned after a day outside came with an unsolicited comment. Hair was expected to be straightened before vacation photos. Afros were considered statements instead By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read
Culture Karen Derrico's Breakdown Is a Result of What Happens When a Woman Abandons Herself For Love and Family We’ve heard tales of women having children in the double digits, but rarely in the modern area, or for Black families of today. That is why Doubling Down With the Derricos was so fascinating for its millions of viewers. It was fun to watch the children interact, and Deon By Brenda Alexander • 5 min read
Multi-Genre Recording Artist Deon Robertson Proves Excellence Knows No Limits Through Music, Healthcare, Fitness, and Acting There are artists who entertain, and then there are those who inspire through every area of their lives. Deon Robertson stands firmly in the second category, an artist whose reach extends far beyond the stage and into music, acting, healthcare, fitness, and modeling. A gifted multi-genre recording artist, actor, By Pamela Broussard • 5 min read
Lifestyle From Skid Row to CEO: Pastor Troy Vaughn's Powerful Journey of Faith, Freedom, and Restoration There are stories that inspire, and then there are stories that redefine what is possible. Pastor Troy F. Vaughn's remarkable journey from the streets of Los Angeles' Skid Row to becoming a respected pastor, author, and nonprofit executive is one of those extraordinary testimonies. During my recent By Pamela Broussard • 3 min read
