I had an awesome opportunity last week to speak with best selling author and international speaker, Gary Thomas, who wrote bestseller Sacred Marriage: What If God Designed Marriage To Make Us Holy Instead Of Happy?, which still remains as his most successful book. Mr. Thomas is the author of at least thirteen books, a couple of which rank on my all-time favorites list. Learn … [Read more...]
Interview: Inside the Mind of an Accidental Stay-at-Home Mom
Janica and her fiancé Kyle had a plan. Janica would work at a corporate retail office in New Jersey while Kyle forged an engineering career in Pennsylvania. While apart, they would plan their dream wedding and the life that would follow. They gave themselves three years to climb career ladders before stepping off to have children. But that plan was tossed out the window when … [Read more...]
Interview: Inside the Mind of a Married Man with Kids
Haywood Batchelor, whose name is the only thing single about him, doesn't mind falling into traditional gender roles. He also doesn't mind redefining his idea of fun. Yo Gabba Gabba is now recorded over NBA games and his date nights with his wife are few and far between. As a working father of a toddler and newborn twins, Haywood is learning that quality is much better than … [Read more...]
BMWK Talks to Anthony Anderson About His Upcoming Sitcom, “Guys with Kids”
We all know Anthony Anderson, the talented actor/comedian from his roles on NBC's "Law & Order", "Me, Myself, and Irene", "Transformers", "The Departed," "Scary Movie 3," "Barbershop," "Kangaroo Jack," "Exit Wounds," "Cradle 2 the Grave," "Two Can Play That Game", "Malibu's Most Wanted", K-Ville" and more. In his latest venture, he'll be starring in the highly … [Read more...]
David & Jamillah Lamb: Acclaimed Playwrights And Authors Discuss Love, Work, And Basketball
Platanos Y Collard Greens is a long-running off-Broadway play that has captivated audiences for over nine years. Its playwrights and producers David and Jamillah Lamb took a little time off from their busy schedule to discuss with me how they balance marriage and working together, which includes writing a new book, Perfect Combination "“ Seven Key Ingredients to Happily Living … [Read more...]
Jackie Christie Talks About Being Black and Married, Intimacy and BBW Drama PT I
This is PT I of a 2 Part exclusive interview that we had with wife, mother and reality star Jackie Christie. You can find the link for PT II at the end of this post. BMWK: You've been married for almost 17 years. What are your secrets to longevity? JC: I'd say communication, respect, and intimacy. I think a lot of relationships are lacking that intimacy part and not … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Lisa Price, Founder and President Of Carol’s Daughter, Shares How Her Husband Helps Her Stay Balanced
In this episode of Madame Noire's new video series, "She's The Boss," Carol's Daughter Founder and President, Lisa Price shares why her brand is unique, how she keeps it all together, and why she pushes as hard as she does. … [Read more...]
Happy Anniversary To The Obamas!
The Obamas are celebrating their 19th wedding anniversary today. Now two kids and the title of Commander-in-Chief later, the twosome are still showing us that true love might have up and downs, but the end is totally worth it. Check out this interview with Michelle Obama from earlier in the year on how romantic President Obama is: … [Read more...]
No Time For Romance? New Site Launched By BMWK Writer Helps Nip That Idea In The Bud
Here are BMWK we have about 10 writers on staff and we're not just in it for the pageviews. We honestly do believe in the power of marriage and what healthy marriages can do for our lives, our kids and our communities. Case in point: Aja Dorsey Jackson, who has been contributing the weekly Celeb Marriage Scene, along with poignant insights on being part of a blended family. She … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Would President Obama Be Satisfied With Being A One-Term President?
With all that's on his plate - global peace, a lingering recession, unemployment, gas prices rising, a national education crisis - it would be understandable if the most powerful man in the world only wanted the gig for four years instead of eight. In a recent Today Show interview, Ann Curry asked President Obama if he'd be happy with one term. He smiled. "What keeps me … [Read more...]
Angela Burt-Murray Talks About Interview With Michelle Obama and Her Mother
Tony Harris talks with Essence editor Angela Burt-Murray about interview with Michelle Obama and her mother. <br />Embedded video from &lt;a href="https://www.cnn.com/video" mce_href="https://www.cnn.com/video"&gt;CNN Video&lt;/a&gt; … [Read more...]
Audio: Barack Obama Ebony Interview
Your favorite black and married couple has all the connects. We've obtained audio from the historic Barack Obama interview with Ebony. Ebony was the first media outlet to interview Obama after winning the election. Check out these three audio segments below: Obama on Black Issues [audio:https://184.168.89.220/Audio/OBAMABLACKISSUES.mp3] Obama on … [Read more...]
Video: Barack & Michelle Obama Interview by Barbara Walters
This is from last nights Barbara Walters interview. Below are all of the parts with both Barack and Michelle. Very good interview, let us know what you think. PT Three PT Four PT Five PT Six … [Read more...]