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Dear Hollywood: When we look in the mirror, we expect an accurate reflection. Love, Inclusion
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If ever I needed proof that Hollywood doesn’t understand audiences, this is it. This video has to be one of the most condescending things I’ve ever seen in my life. Every statement was…I don’t know. What’s the word for the intersection between a lie and an excuse? The title alone had me reeling. “If You’re…
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*Apparently this post’s title was a sign. Only a few hours after I published it, I learned about Nicole Beharie’s latest role. Over the weekend I read this article. Well, not all of it. I skimmed my way over to the section about Sleepy Hollow. Take a look: Fox has Sleepy Hollow, which recently ended its third…
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Log line: Innocence is lost when children are forced to face the harsh realities of the world. My first impression? I love the kids on Underground. I can’t wait to see what’s revealed as this episode shows us more of their talent. Also, I wanted to talk for a minute about the characters as a whole.…
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As I listened to the Black Girl Nerds podcast yesterday, I felt inspired to say something more about Sleepy Hollow‘s latest episode. I agree with the point made at around the 35-minute mark. I firmly believe that there’s a lot that is not being said by people behind the scenes of this show. One of…
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These are my thoughts on the latest episode of Sleepy Hollow. If you haven’t seen it, here’s a recap. Note: I keep tweaking this post. As I said on Twitter, when I write angry, I can sound like a stuffy English textbook. Preface: A Word About Writing In response to a tweet about the latest…
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Not too long ago, I applied for a position as a blogger on another web site. In the application, I had the opportunity to select a subject to write on. Which option did I choose? Self care. Interestingly enough, soon after I submitted my application, I panicked. How could I write with authority on self-care?…
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I don’t know about you, but I want Destiny’s Child to return. When they come back, they can do anything they want–gospel, soul, rock ‘n roll. I don’t care! I just need them in my life. I love this song so much! As you go into this week, keep your eyes on the prize. You’ve…
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Since childhood, I’ve been curious about my heritage. I’m first-generation Caribbean-Canadian. I didn’t pay much attention to this fact until I was older. However, there was one thing that I understood above anything else: I wasn’t only Canadian, but North American. A part of me has always been fascinated by the history of Black people…
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