Culture Joi-Lin Hunt, Your Business Bestie, Redefines the Level Up When I sat down with Joi Hunt, what stood out immediately wasn’t her success as a multimillionaire helping entrepreneurs structure and scale their businesses. Nor was it her beauty, poise and charisma although she possesses all of that. What resonated with me immediately was her honestly and authenticity in By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read
Wealth Terrica Lynn Smith’s Masterclass on Ownership: Why Owning Is the Ultimate Power Move Talking with Terrica Lynn Smith about her journey to success ended up feeling more like a master class than interview. With more than 1,000 properties and a portfolio exceeding $60 million, Terrica has built what most would consider an empire. But she didn’t lead our conversation from that By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read
Culture Queen Bey’s Triple Crown Signal: Negro League Roots, Derby Legacy, and the Clues Pointing to a Pre-Juneteenth Return Beyoncé doesn’t just release music, she restores memory, and if you’ve been paying attention, something is already in motion. There’s a certain kind of excitement building around her right now, the kind that doesn’t come from announcements, but from energy. You feel it in the return By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read
Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson What Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson’s Breakup Reveals About How Black Men and Women See Love Differently “Klay smart. Bag Meg to get more hoes then when you tired of Meg, just cheat so she can break up with you. 😂 Very well played." That was comedian Lil Duval’s take. Quick, matter-of-fact, and to a lot of men, completely rational. Across the timeline, a By Dr. Christal Jordan • 5 min read
20 Years Later, Michael Jackson Remains #1 Proving He Mastered “The Secret” Before The Rhonda Byrne Ever Put It In A Book Reading a colleagues piece about the Michael biopic, introduced me to Michael Jackson’s handwritten notes detailing his plan for his project after 'Off the Wall'. The personal manifesto affected me much more than I expected, almost like by reading these very public but very personal letters allowed By Dr. Christal Jordan • 5 min read
The Black Effect Podcast Festival Was A Reminder That Black Media Is Not Losing Our Voice, We’re Rebuilding And Restructuring It I didn’t walk into the Black Effect Podcast Festival this weekend expecting to feel anything beyond a good time. I came as a podcaster seeking information, not as media, not with a checklist, just to take it all in. But somewhere between the first panel and the last conversation, By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read
Could The 2026 King Of Sports Weekend Be The Set Up For The Return Of Queen Bey? Why Derby Weekend Feels Like the Start of Beyoncé’s Next Era As a horse lover and owner, the Kentucky Derby presents one of the most anticipated weekends of the year. The Derby is not just a race, it’s a cultural ritual complete with elegance, fashion, spectacle, and a By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read
Grammy-Winning Powerhouse Benito Gonzalez & Drum Legend Jeff “Tain” Watts Light Up The Velvet Note for Two-Night Jazz Experience – May 1 & May 2 The acclaimed The Velvet Note continues to elevate the live music experience with an exclusive two-night engagement featuring pianist Benito Gonzalez and drummer Jeff "Tain" Watts on Friday, May 1st and Saturday, May 2nd, with showtimes at 7:30 PM & 9:30 PM each night. The By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
Vincent M. Ward delivers a powerful, chilling performance in The Step Daddy. Vincent M. Ward Delivers A Standout, Bone-Chilling Performance In Psychological Thriller “The Step Daddy,” Premiering On Digital/VOD April 28 Acclaimed actor, writer, and producer Vincent M. Ward returns in his most intense and psychologically charged role yet with the upcoming thriller The Step Daddy, which will be released by Lionsgate on Digital and VOD April 28, 2026. CLICK TO WATCH TRAILER Best known for his breakout performance as “Oscar” By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
18-year-old Madison Harrison, teen journalist and visual artist. Teen Journalist & Visual Artist Madison Harrison Bridges Cultures Through K-POP - Dreams of Interviewing and Photographing Global K-POP Stars, BTS As global K-POP sensation BTS prepares to take the stage in Tampa Bay this weekend, teen journalist, photographer, and visual artist Madison Harrison is reflecting on the experiences, inspiration, and creative discipline that continue to shape her journey. Madison Harrison, based in Tampa, Florida, has spent the past 11 By Pamela Broussard • 4 min read
Funnyman Michael Colyar stands in his signature presence, bringing humor and energy to every stage. Legendary Comedian Michael Colyar Brings Laughter, Legacy, and Inspiration to Atlanta Comedy Theater in Norcross, May 8–10 Comedy legend, actor, motivational speaker, and television host Michael Colyar is set to light up the stage at the Atlanta Comedy Theater in Norcross, Georgia, for a powerful weekend of comedy, storytelling, and inspiration taking place May 8 through May 10. The engagement will be held at the Atlanta Comedy By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
Danny De Lloyd Danny De Lloyd Delivers a Standout Performance in ALLBLK’s New Original Series “Wild Rose” Award-winning actor Danny De Lloyd is captivating audiences in the highly anticipated new television series “Wild Rose,” now streaming on ALLBLK. Known for his commanding screen presence and dynamic performances, De Lloyd brings depth, charisma, and intensity to the gripping drama, which is quickly becoming one of the platform’ By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
