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’s By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read
Culture Conversation Preach, Pray, LOVE — Inside D’Angela Proctor’s Power Move for Black Cinema Play Preach, Pray, LOVE — Inside D’Angela Proctor’s Power Move for Black Cinema By Dr. Christal Jordan • 1 min read
Culture Conversation Heart & Hustle: Houston – Exclusive Interview with Alaina Saulsberry, Muneera Page & Christal Jordan Lenox and Parker Editor-in-Chief Christal Jordan sits down with Alaina Saulsberry and Muneera Page, the dynamic forces behind the new reality series Heart & Hustle: Houston. In this exclusive interview, the trio dives into the inspiration behind the show, what sets Heart & Hustle apart from typical reality TV, and By Dr. Christal Jordan • 1 min read
Culture Conversation Nick Cannon Gets Real on We Playin’ Spades Season 2 Lenox and Parker’s Editor-in-Chief Dr. Christal Jordan-Jennings sits down with media mogul Nick Cannon to talk about the fresh new season of We Playin’ Spades! With comedian Courtney Bee joining the table, the energy is electric, the jokes are sharp, and the game is serious. In this exclusive interview, By Dr. Christal Jordan • 1 min read
Culture Conversation Matthew Lawrence Talks Love, Life & Health with Lenox and Parker’s Dr. Christal Jordan-Jennings Actor and producer Matthew Lawrence sits down for an intimate conversation with Lenox and Parker’s Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Christal Jordan-Jennings. From navigating love and relationships to prioritizing health and personal growth, Matthew opens up about life beyond the spotlight in this heartfelt and revealing interview. #MatthewLawrence #LenoxAndParker #DrChristalJordan #CelebrityInterview #LoveAndHealth By Dr. Christal Jordan • 1 min read
Culture Conversation Operation: Aunties – Amiyah Scott Talks New ALLBLK Film AllBlk's newest made for TV movie stars legendary actresses Tisha Campbell and Melissa De Sousa. The project is directed by Emmy award-winning actress and producer Wendy Raquel Robinson. Lenox & Parker EIC Christal Jordan Jennings had a chance to speak with actress Amiyah Scott on her role in By Dr. Christal Jordan • 1 min read
Culture Conversation The Future Is Ours: Culture Wireless Founder Talks Tech & Juneteenth with Christal Jordan In this exclusive interview, Lenox and Parker Editor-in-Chief Christal Jordan sits down with William “Bam” Sparks, founder of Culture Wireless — a groundbreaking Black-owned internet service provider (ISP) on a mission to close the digital divide in underserved communities. As the U.S. redefines the meaning of Juneteenth, Sparks shares how By Datrick Davis • 1 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
Culture Conversation Covers Culture Conversation Christal Jordan x Barron Witherspoon | Debunking the 7 Myths Holding Black Executives Back In this powerful and thought-provoking interview, Lenox and Parker Editor-in-Chief Christal Jordan sits down with Barron Witherspoon—former Procter & Gamble senior executive and bestselling author of The Black Exec and the Seven Myths. With over 35 years of corporate leadership experience, Barron shares hard-earned insights and practical strategies for By Dr. Christal Jordan • 1 min read
Culture Conversation Behind the Scenes with Markuann Smith: The Man Behind Godfather of Harlem Lenox and Parker’s Editor-in-Chief Christal Jordan-Jennings sits down with Markuann Smith — the powerhouse actor, director, and executive producer behind the hit series Godfather of Harlem. In this exclusive interview, Smith opens up about bringing the legendary Junie Byrd to life, the cultural impact of the show, and the vision By Dr. Christal Jordan • 1 min read
POST COVER-2 Culture Conversation LaTocha: Triumph in Vulnerability–A Women's History Month Spotlight Latocha Bivens was blessed with a type of voice that comes from the heavens above. Understanding her gift came from God, it made sense for her to first become aware of her gift in church as a little girl. “My grandmother would always put me on the program when ever By Dr. Christal Jordan • 6 min read
