Franckie Francois is an actor and writer best known for the films Brown Girls Begin, Anne with an E, IRL The Series , and Get Shorty. With Big Dreamers Brotherhood also known as BDB became a production company, it was Franckie’s vision and six close friends (who all happen to be actors) who were the masterminds…
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Lifestyle & Fashion Blogger PRINCESS Talks Bevy App, Personal Bravery, and the Art of Branding
PRINCESS is a fashion and lifestyle blogger from the midwest. She loves conversations and topics that uplift and inspire herself as well as others. While dedicated to being “her own boss” and growing as a person, Princess and I chatted about her upcoming app Bevy, favorite brands and influencers, and gems for new bloggers. …
Toni Morrison Paved The Road to The Writer in Me
Toni Morrison was an American novelist, essayist, editor, teacher and professor emeritus at Princeton University. Her first novel, The Bluest Eye, was published in 1970. She won The Nobel Peace Prize in 1993 for her visionary force and huge impact left on our hearts by her words. “We die. That may be the meaning of…
THE COME-UP: Artist TySolo Creates Abstract Art That Influences Others
Tyrus Solomon aka TySolo is a 23 year old artist and native of the small town Roseland, LA. He has been creating since he came out the womb with his influences stemming from different directions. I caught up with TySolo as we chatted about his journey as an artist, staying motivated, and the ups and…
Creator “MeekFro” is a Force to be Reckoned With
Creative Mykel “MeekFro” Trent is a force to be reckoned with. Known by her authentic and artistic style, Mykel is popular for her hairstyles, wigs, and faux locs leading her to being invited by YouTube to become a YouTube Partner. Mykel has worked with and collaborated with over 40 brands. Brands like Voice of Hair, Boho…
THE COME-UP: Comedian Mark Caesar Makes the World Laugh
I remember the first time Mark Caesar made me laugh. It was seven years ago when Team Piss Yo Pants Comedy released the forever viral video, “S**t New Orleans Girls Say” and I’ve been a fan of him ever since. As a stand-up comedian and the writer of the stage play When You’re Broke You’re…
Music & Me: Aspen Broadnax Organizes The Noise
Aspen Broadnax started out as a music blogger who wanted to help independent artists share their stories. She went from sharing music to interviewing some of her favorite artists. As the creator of Aspen’s Organzized Noise, she is no stranger to good music and content! I caught up with Aspen as we discussed being a…
A Woman on the Go: Nurse Midwife Katrina Rollins Opens Up on Career and Traveling
Katrina Rollins is a South Florida Certified Nurse Midwife with a love for fashion and a passion for traveling. As a Nurse Midwife, she advocates for women being empowered to speak up about their health and play a major role in the decision making process. I caught up with Katrina and we chatted about her…
Homecoming XO
Homecoming is a film about American singer Beyoncé and her performance at the 2018 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. It premiered on Netflix on April 17, 2019. Also, Beyonce is the first African American Woman to headline Coachella. After watching the documentary, I felt like everyone else in the BeyHive…the festival WAS Beychella…