pop culture

The year of the Black woman: We salute you

As a mother of two little girls, I’m continually instilling in them the importance of recognizing the beauty and intelligence they possess. Our history reflects

Women and sex from a man’s perspective

In Proclivities: A Pop Culture Odyssey, author Jay Alan Reeves humorously details his thoughts on sex, relationships and feminism from a male perspective. “Women are

Tiny reveals stunning new cosmetic surgery

Last week while visiting Power 105’s “The Breakfast Club” T.I. skated around a question posed regarding a rumor about his wife Tiny traveling to Africa

Questlove’s essay and hip-hop’s omnipresence; is it a good thing?

This week, Roots drummer/producer Questlove published the first in a six-part series of essays for Vulture called “When the People Cheer: How Hip-Hop Failed Black America.” The piece, a thoughtful examination of hip-hop’s current place in pop culture, resonated deeply with me.

Do the Beatles still matter in the age of Beyoncé?

Baby Boomers across America are giddy this week, as numerous events and appearances are planning in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Beatles’ legendary appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show. But, with all of the nostalgia and tributes, there is a factor that is being ignored as it pertains to the Beatles and their legacy.