Preach, Pray, LOVE — Inside D’Angela Proctor’s Power Move for Black Cinema Dr. Christal Jordan October 31, 2025 – 1 min read Share this post PlayPreach, Pray, LOVE — Inside D’Angela Proctor’s Power Move for Black Cinema Share this post Written by Dr. Christal Jordan Dr. Christal Jordan, Editor in Chief, guiding the publication’s editorial vision with insight, cultural intelligence, and purpose-driven storytelling. Comments Culture Conversation Carmen Simmons: The Woman Behind the Empire Finally Speaks For many in Atlanta’s media and cultural scene, Carmen Simmons has long been a familiar yet somewhat elusive force, a woman whose fingerprints are on countless creative movements, artist developments, and behind the scenes breakthroughs that have shaped the city’s entertainment landscape for decades. As the founder of By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read Culture Conversation Rising Into His Own: Marcus Scribner Steps Into Boston Blue For most of us, Marcus Scribner will forever be Andre “Junior” Johnson Jr., the lovable, socially aware, occasionally awkward son of Dre and Bow on Black-ish. We quite literally watched him grow up before our eyes. Beginning the series at just 13 years old, Scribner matured alongside the show’ By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read POST COVER-6 Culture Celebrating Juneteenth: William 'Bam' Sparks and Culture Wireless Make Technology a Commodity for Black Empowerment After 2020 the US experienced a brief moment of conscious awakening after the shame of the televised murder of George Floyd. That isolated moment of accountability resulted in the country embracing Juneteenth as a national holiday. Although the Black community acknowledged the recognition, Juneteenth was a holiday celebrated internally within By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read 10 Reasons a Brown-Skinned Girl From Oklahoma Fell in Love With Dolly Parton I had just finished a lunch meeting when I found out Dolly Parton was gone, and my heart dropped. I had put my phone down so I wouldn’t be distracted, and when I finally picked it back up, the first thing I saw was a video of her nephew By Dr. Christal Jordan • 13 min read Film Hayden Panettiere: Grappling With Celebrity Deaths When You Feel the Weight of Their Struggles When the news that Hayden Panettiere passed away was announced, my stomach sank. It’s been in knots on and off since. A lot of people don’t understand how traumatizing being an entertainment reporter can be. Yes, there are many glamorous parts of the job, mainly likened to travel By Brenda Alexander • 5 min read Humanity Democracy Forum at Martha’s Vineyard Was Hosted by Joy-Ann Reid, One of the Most Trusted Voices for Black America When Give Black Alliance and Black Voters Matter came together on Martha’s Vineyard for a conversation about voting rights, Black political power and the future of American democracy, Joy-Ann Reid was the natural choice to lead it. On Friday, August 14, The Strand Theatre in Oak Bluffs hosted By Dr. Christal Jordan • 5 min read Antoine Scott Keeps the Laughter Going Ahead of the SHEEN Awards Antoine Scott has been on the move, with recent comedy performances and the Stellars Celebrity Basketball Game giving the comedian plenty of opportunities to do what he loves — entertain and make people laugh. Now, with those events behind him, Scott is looking ahead to his next opportunity: hosting the SHEEN By King O’muni Lens • 2 min read Dr. Tara S. Merchant Is More Than a Journalist She’s a Media Powerhouse, Legal Professional, Author and Storytelling Visionary Dr. Tara S. Merchant is not easily defined by a single title. She is one of the most sought-after journalists, interviewers and media personalities, but her professional journey extends far beyond the microphone and camera. A media executive, author, legal professional, entrepreneur, storyteller, public-service figure and founder of By Pamela Broussard • 6 min read Danton Whitley Sr. and his wife, Felicia Whitley, share a beautiful musical moment at the piano, where love, faith, and partnership come together. Their connection is part of the inspiration behind Danton’s soulful gospel single, “New.” Lifestyle Acclaimed Singer Danton Whitley Sr. and Wife Felicia Share a Love Story Behind His New Gospel Single, “New” - A Heartfelt Story of Love, Faith, Purpose and the Transformative Power of God There is something special about a love that not only brings two people together, but also brings them closer to God. For acclaimed singer, recording artist, and songwriter Danton Whitley Sr. and his wife, Felicia Whitley, their relationship represents love, partnership, faith, and the beauty of discovering purpose together. Their By Pamela Broussard • 3 min read
Culture Conversation Carmen Simmons: The Woman Behind the Empire Finally Speaks For many in Atlanta’s media and cultural scene, Carmen Simmons has long been a familiar yet somewhat elusive force, a woman whose fingerprints are on countless creative movements, artist developments, and behind the scenes breakthroughs that have shaped the city’s entertainment landscape for decades. As the founder of By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read
Culture Conversation Rising Into His Own: Marcus Scribner Steps Into Boston Blue For most of us, Marcus Scribner will forever be Andre “Junior” Johnson Jr., the lovable, socially aware, occasionally awkward son of Dre and Bow on Black-ish. We quite literally watched him grow up before our eyes. Beginning the series at just 13 years old, Scribner matured alongside the show’ By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read
POST COVER-6 Culture Celebrating Juneteenth: William 'Bam' Sparks and Culture Wireless Make Technology a Commodity for Black Empowerment After 2020 the US experienced a brief moment of conscious awakening after the shame of the televised murder of George Floyd. That isolated moment of accountability resulted in the country embracing Juneteenth as a national holiday. Although the Black community acknowledged the recognition, Juneteenth was a holiday celebrated internally within By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read
10 Reasons a Brown-Skinned Girl From Oklahoma Fell in Love With Dolly Parton I had just finished a lunch meeting when I found out Dolly Parton was gone, and my heart dropped. I had put my phone down so I wouldn’t be distracted, and when I finally picked it back up, the first thing I saw was a video of her nephew By Dr. Christal Jordan • 13 min read
Film Hayden Panettiere: Grappling With Celebrity Deaths When You Feel the Weight of Their Struggles When the news that Hayden Panettiere passed away was announced, my stomach sank. It’s been in knots on and off since. A lot of people don’t understand how traumatizing being an entertainment reporter can be. Yes, there are many glamorous parts of the job, mainly likened to travel By Brenda Alexander • 5 min read
Humanity Democracy Forum at Martha’s Vineyard Was Hosted by Joy-Ann Reid, One of the Most Trusted Voices for Black America When Give Black Alliance and Black Voters Matter came together on Martha’s Vineyard for a conversation about voting rights, Black political power and the future of American democracy, Joy-Ann Reid was the natural choice to lead it. On Friday, August 14, The Strand Theatre in Oak Bluffs hosted By Dr. Christal Jordan • 5 min read
Antoine Scott Keeps the Laughter Going Ahead of the SHEEN Awards Antoine Scott has been on the move, with recent comedy performances and the Stellars Celebrity Basketball Game giving the comedian plenty of opportunities to do what he loves — entertain and make people laugh. Now, with those events behind him, Scott is looking ahead to his next opportunity: hosting the SHEEN By King O’muni Lens • 2 min read
Dr. Tara S. Merchant Is More Than a Journalist She’s a Media Powerhouse, Legal Professional, Author and Storytelling Visionary Dr. Tara S. Merchant is not easily defined by a single title. She is one of the most sought-after journalists, interviewers and media personalities, but her professional journey extends far beyond the microphone and camera. A media executive, author, legal professional, entrepreneur, storyteller, public-service figure and founder of By Pamela Broussard • 6 min read
Danton Whitley Sr. and his wife, Felicia Whitley, share a beautiful musical moment at the piano, where love, faith, and partnership come together. Their connection is part of the inspiration behind Danton’s soulful gospel single, “New.” Lifestyle Acclaimed Singer Danton Whitley Sr. and Wife Felicia Share a Love Story Behind His New Gospel Single, “New” - A Heartfelt Story of Love, Faith, Purpose and the Transformative Power of God There is something special about a love that not only brings two people together, but also brings them closer to God. For acclaimed singer, recording artist, and songwriter Danton Whitley Sr. and his wife, Felicia Whitley, their relationship represents love, partnership, faith, and the beauty of discovering purpose together. Their By Pamela Broussard • 3 min read