We just witnessed another heart wrenching season finale of Insecure on HBO. Season 2 was all about the messy middle of these characters’ transition from the relationships they once knew into an uncertain future, and it made for really good TV that was often uncomfortable to watch. The struggle is real for Issa, Molly, Lawrence and, it seems, for the millions of singles who … [Read more...]
Recap: 13 Most Pivotal Moments in Black Culture in 2016
[tps_header]With weeks away from 2017, we wanted to look back on the year of 2016. For many African Americans, there were several monumental events in 2016 that have influenced our world. We've had some highs (an introduction to the Simones) and some lows (the deaths of our legends). So here's our tribute to 2016. Let us know what moment in history touched you the most. 13 … [Read more...]
Are Our Relationships and Marriages Doomed in the New American Era?
This year, Oxford Dictionary declared "post-truth" their official Word of the Year. But how did the word, which was already around for a nearly a decade, come to prominence in 2016? Well, there's one person to thank for that: Donald Trump We all know politicians distort the truth. But prior to the post-truth Trump era, getting caught up in a lie, usually meant a big … [Read more...]
Insecure Season Finale Gives 2 Brutal Relationship Lessons for Men And Women
WARNING: If you've still yet to watch the season finale of Insecure, there are major spoilers in this article. Who knew this would turn into such a debate? If you watched the season finale of Issa Rae's breakout hit HBO show, Insecure, then you know why everybody is talking about it. Within a week of the finale's first airing, social media sparked a debate about … [Read more...]
Shonda Rhimes and Issa Rae Partner for New Comedy Series
You may be familiar with Executive Producer and Writer Shonda Rhimes, the creator of such popular television shows such as Grey's Anatomy, Private Practice, and most recently Scandal starring Keri Washington. Rhimes is now interested in diving into comedy, by partnering up with web series star Issa Rae of The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl. Rae, also a budding … [Read more...]