Happy Anniversary to Flex Alexander and Shaunice! The celebrity couple and stars of the OWN reality series Flex and Shaunice celebrated 17 years of marriage yesterday, February 19th. And Flex shared the following words of gratitude to Shaunice: "Happy anniversary @shaniceonline thank you for my two boo boo's, 17 years have gone by in the blink of an eye, there have been tough … [Read more...]
It’s Not You, It’s Men: 8 Irrefutable Reasons Why You Are Still Single
We’ve reached the end of this season of It’s Not You, It’s Men. And I must say, hosts “Rev. Run” Simmons and Tyrese Gibson ended the season with a bang. The men were joined by comedians Loni Love, JB Smoove and Jessimae Peluso as well as author and relationship expert Tracy McMillan to discuss: Why Women are Still Single. The panel weighed in on the top eight reasons why … [Read more...]
Modern Dating Challenges and How to Overcome Them
As this season of It’s Not You, It’s Men comes to a close, I wanted to return to a topic discussed earlier on the show. Hosts Rev. Run and Tyrese Gibson were joined by Comedian Yvette Nicole Brown, Tinder CEO Sean Rad and model/actress Amber Rose to examine the modern romance and how to date in 2016. The panel discussed the following challenges people encounter in modern … [Read more...]
It’s Not You, It’s Men: Why Men Don’t Commit
On this week’s episode of It’s Not You, It’s Men, hosts Rev. Run and Tyrese are joined by OWN network host Iyanla Vanzant and author Emily Wilcox to discuss commitment issues in relationships. When it comes to commitment, the panel felt women and men differed on the topic. Here are a few of the points that were highlighted during the discussion, including the break down … [Read more...]
It’s Not You, It’s Men: Rev. Run and Tyrese Discuss Why People Cheat, So Here’s What to Do About It
On this week’s episode of It’s Not You, It’s Men, Tyrese & Rev. Run discuss: Why men cheat? Prior to the start of the show, 89% of the studio audience polled admitted to being cheated on or having cheated in a relationship. This kicked off the dialogue of why men cheat. What follows are arguments and counterarguments on the topic: Men are wired that way Tyrese stated that … [Read more...]
It’s Not You, It’s Men: Tyrese and Rev. Run Tackle Sex Before Marriage
On the premiere episode of the new talk show, It’s Not You, It’s Men hosted by Tyrese Gibson and Rev Run, the topic of discussion was Sex & Sensibility - Should you have sex prior to marriage? In this very raw and uncensored format, the host, along with their guests, shared their thoughts on the subject. I would like to share mine as well. Let’s talk about sex: 3% of … [Read more...]
Oprah Winfrey & Ava DuVernay Create New Series for OWN
Watch out Tyler Perry, there’s a new kid in OWN-town. It was announced that Oprah Winfrey and Ava DuVernay, the dynamic duo who collaborated on the Oscar-nominated biopic, Selma, are producing a scripted drama series on Winfrey’s OWN network. And—for the first time ever—Winfrey will have a recurring role on the series, Queen Sugar, the story of a woman living in Los … [Read more...]
New Docuseries “Wingmen” Premieres on OWN This August
What do you get when you bring together two funny, creative best best friends who happen to be entrepreneurs and love to stuff wings with mac and cheese? You get a new docuseries on the Oprah Winfrey Network called Wingmen. Corey and Ramone live in Columbia, South Carolina and own a food truck called "2 Fat 2 Fly." What makes their food truck innovative is the stuffed … [Read more...]
New Tyler Perry Drama Premieres on OWN This Fall
Our friend, Tyler Perry, has a new drama series premiering on the Oprah Winfrey Network this fall. If Loving Your is Wrong, based on Tyler Perry’s film, Single Mom’s Club, follows the lives of five diverse couples living on the same street as they navigate love and life. The series definitely plans to take a deep look at the lives of these couples, touching on issues of … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Flex and Shanice Premieres on Oprah Winfrey Network
We all remember Grammy-nominated artist, Shanice, and her husband, Flex Alexander, most known for his role in the hit series "One on One." Like me, I am sure you are wondering where have they been and what have they been up to. To find out tune in to their new docuseries on OWN called "Flex and Shanice." Premiering on Saturday, May 31st, "Flex and Shanice" takes us into … [Read more...]
VIDEO: BMWK Talks with Patrice Lovely from Tyler Perry’s Love Thy Neighbor
Have you checked out OWN/Tyler Perry's new sitcom, Love Thy Neighbor? Pretty funny stuff...especially Mama Hattie. Hattie Love (played by Patrice Lovely) is the hysterically funny mom and grandmom that you do NOT want to mess with! Her antics keep you rolling but her intentions keep you in love with her. Recently, we had the chance to chat with Patrice. She is as beautiful and … [Read more...]
Interview: Kym Whitley Discusses New Show ‘Raising Whitley’ on OWN
We had the opportunity to talk with Kym Whitley recently about her new show, Raising Whitley, which debuts on OWN this Saturday night (4/20) at 10PM. The funny, talented, and driven quadruple-threat actress, producer, director and stand-up comedienne will chronicle her everyday life as she raises baby Joshua, who she unexpectedly gained custody of. Joshua's birth mother was a … [Read more...]
Six Little McGhees – Parenting Multiples
I was glued to the TV with great anticipation waiting for the first episode of the Six Little McGhees. As a mom of triplets I wanted to see how another African American couple of multiples kept from pulling their hair out and crying along with the kids. I remember the first time I heard of the McGhee’s. I’d come across a Facebook photo of the family and thought “Oh my … [Read more...]
Must See TV! “Iyanla Fix My Life: My Cheating Husband!”
There's a lot of reality TV on the air these days. Only a few shows are truly geared toward helping us resolve issues and be better husbands, wives, children, friends and just be better people. One of the best programs currently tackling this issues is OWN's "Iyanla Fix My Life." Last Saturday's episode was entitled "My Cheating Husband!" This episode was so impactful and … [Read more...]
Oprah’s OWN Network is Looking For Couples
"Don't Tell the Bride" is casting engaged couples who have big dreams and small budgets when it comes to the wedding. The hit UK show "Don't Tell the Bride" is coming to America and OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network. We are casting dynamic couples who are currently engaged, but lack the funds to have a dream wedding. Each episode of "Don't Tell the Bride" focuses on … [Read more...]