Can comedians go too far when telling jokes about the LBGTQ community?
Guests:
David Johns – Executive Director, National Black Justice Coalition
Hope Giselle – Author, Activist & Journalist
Kyrie Irving, NFL emails and Covid vaccinations among pro palyers dominating topics in the world of sports.
AUDIO:
Guest:
Dr. Reed Tuckson – Co-Founder of Blacks Against COVID-19
Kelsey Nicole – Reporter, Fox Sports
David Steele – Author and reporter/writer for the Undefeated
Dealing with a boss that doesn’t appreciate you or your work.
AUDIO:
Guests:
Tonya Sloans – Attorney & Career Strategist
Deborah Owens – Career Advisor & Founder of the Corporate Alley Cat
The Novo Nordisk Campaign “It’s Bigger Than Me” aims to educate people on the clinical
condition of obesity. The star rapper and actress, Queen Latifah, joined the campaign in their efforts to
inform the people.
Latifah tells PEOPLE, “We want to live long healthy lives. We want to be around to see all the good things happen, you
know?’
For that reason, she decided to join the pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk in the “It’s Bigger Than Me’ campaign. Their mission is to destigmatize obesity and they will do that by providing online resources and videos. The campaign does this using four short PSA’s inspired by roles throughout the career of Queen Latifah.
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On the “It’s Bigger Than Me” website, Latifah reveals “I’ve experienced being judged by others because of my weight. I know the negative effect it can have on you, but I never let that stop me — and neither should you.”
Wendy Williams will not be returning to her daytime talk show ‘The Wendy Williams Show’ next week. An announcement was produced via the show’s Instagram stating that, Williams, 57, is battling a “breakthrough case of COVID-19.”
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The show’s production company states “ Wendy continues to be under medical supervision and meets with her medical team on a daily basis. She is making progress but is experiencing serious complications as a direct result of Graves’ Disease and her thyroid condition.”
The show also announced that starting October 18th they will start airing originals featuring a guest host lineup. The first guest host will be Emmy-winning producer, Leah Remini. She will host the show the entire week. There will also be guest panelists for ‘Hot Talk’ like Bevy Smith, Michael Yo, Devyn Simone, and Elizabeth Wagmeister.
We are sending love and thoughts to Wendy Williams!
On Oct 1. Flanagan had posted on Twitter that had contracted coronavirus.
This covid is no joke. I don’t wish this on anybody.
— Ricarlo Flanagan (@FatherFlanagn) October 1, 2021
Flanagan’s agent, Stu Golfman, confirmed the news to Deadline saying wonderful things about his client. His statement goes as follows, “Ricarlo was one of the nicest people I have ever met in my life and a joy to work for. He will be missed dearly.”
Ricarlo leaves behind a wife whose name has not been disclosed as of yet.
This is the singer’s fourth baby, the couple had their daughter Sovereign Bo in 2020. Usher also
has two children from previous relationships, Naviyd Ely, 12, and Usher V, 13.
Demetrius Flenory Jr. On His Family’s Reaction to His Portrayal on ‘BMF’#DemetriusFlenoryJr. shares his family’s reaction to his portrayal of Big Meech in #BMF, adding that his mother shed some tears seeing him film his first scene. #Starz pic.twitter.com/6vCtHkBWsd
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The Neighborhood Wells provides showers for those living on the streets
The Neighborhood Well Inc. seeks to meet the immediate needs of the homeless and unstably house communities while creating a pipeline to other organizations and resources. The organization has a mobile shower unit to provide warm showers and hope to the homeless population. For more information go here:
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Legendary singer Smokey Robinson is opening up about his battle with COVID 19.
In a recent DailyMail interview, Robinson revealed that he was in the hospital for 11 days.
“I was sure that I would never be able to sing again because it took my voice. I could barely even talk,” said Smokey. Robinson also revealed that at first when he took a COVID test the results were negative.
Smokey said he didn’t lose his sense of taste or smell, but he revealed that he couldn’t “walk from the bed to the bathroom.”
Fortunately, Smokey has recovered and is back on the road doing shows at age 81.
Do you think we’ll have a better grasp of COVID by the end of the year?
Recently Fat Joe called DaBaby the 2021 version of 2Pac, the comment left some fans questioning the reason for such a comment.
Now DaBaby is weighing in with his thoughts on Fat Joe’s comment writing on Instagram, “Agreed,” along with a thumbs up emoji. “But they gone salt that down to Crack,” he wrote with a shhh, quiet emoji.
If not DaBaby, is there anyone you would consider the 2021 version of 2Pac?
Venus Williams and K-Swiss have teamed up for another limited edition capsule collection.
The line is called Retro by EleVen x K-Swiss.
The line is available now.
The cost ranges from $74 to $158.
It’s 17 pieces that fuses timeless and classic designs with a contemporary twist.
Which celebrity (athletes, singers, actor) makes the best clothing line?
Issa Rae is getting fans ready for the season 5 of finale of Insecure.
She is showing season 1 thru 4 in theaters and gave fans the opportunity to buy tickets.
Fans will get drinks and snacks sponsored by Ciroc and Deleon.
The dates of the viewings are in Los Angeles
October 14th Season 1 5pm
October 15th Season 2 5p
October 16th Season 3 6p
October 17th Season 4 12 noon
What was your favorite season of Insecure?
The SBA has new grant programs for Minority Serving Institutions
The Small Business administration has new grant programs for HBCUs and Minority Servicing Institutions to leverage the power and resources to help incubate, develop, and produce successful small businesses in under-represented communities. For more information go here:
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Howard University’s 2021 Homecoming will be closed to alumni unless otherwise specified. This year’s homecoming will feature a variety of student-centered events with limited in-person capacity.
This year’s theme is “Remember the Times” with activities being a combination of in-person smaller events for students and mostly virtual festivities of alumni.
Howard Homecoming festivities are scheduled for October 16-24. As a safety precaution, this year’s Homecoming in-person events will be closed to alumni unless otherwise specified. This year’s Homecoming will feature a variety of student-centered events with limited in-person capacity and options to view events via a livestream. A variety of special alumni events will also be hosted virtually.
“Howard is calling on students, alumni, faculty and staff to remember their first Homecoming experience, their first Homecoming football game and fond University experiences,” said Howard University President Wayne A. I. Frederick. “Homecoming is an ideal opportunity to recommit ourselves to navigating the current social landscape and building toward Howard’s future.”
Howard students will kick off Homecoming with the Bison Madness pep rally on Monday, October 18. This year’s Homecoming will also feature the Fashion Show, Greek Life Step Show, a modified Homecoming Concert, the annual Lavender (LGBTQ+) Reception, and Homecoming Day of Service events. In July, Howard University announced a modified Homecoming plan that placed large-scale events on hiatus due to COVID-19-related public health conditions.
Howard students will kick off Homecoming with the Bison Madness pep rally on Monday, October 18. This year’s Homecoming will also feature the Fashion Show, Greek Life Step Show, a modified Homecoming Concert, the annual Lavender (LGBTQ+) Reception, and Homecoming Day of Service events. In July, Howard University announced a modified Homecoming plan that placed large-scale events on hiatus due to COVID-19-related public health conditions.
As a safety precaution, individuals will be required to download the Bison SAFE app and complete the daily COVID-19 self-assessment prior to entering any Homecoming events held in-person. Bison SAFE is the official safety app of Howard University. Read more here
Baller Tykes is a youth sports program for kids 2-8 years old
Baller Tykes is a youth sports program for kids ages 2 to 8. The program teaches the fundamentals of sports skills thru exciting child friendly themes to promote social emotional development. For more information go here:
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New COVID-19 drug research.
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There is hope for Rihanna’s highly anticipated album as the singer was spotted out to dinner with friend, John Mayer.
Rihanna looked relaxed as she showed up to San Vicente Bungalows in Los Angeles wearing baggy, ripped jeans, a twisted brown crop top and chunky tan cardigan. She accessorized with several necklaces which she layered and strappy heels.
Although there is no date for an album from Rihanna, her fans are holding her accountable for putting out music sooner rather than later.
What do you think about a Rihanna and John Mayer collaboration?
Snoop has confirmed a song with Eminem, which is big since they had a misconnection in 2020 after Snoop excluded Eminem from his top 10 greatest rappers list.
Em addressed the diss saying he was “caught off guard” by Snoop’s comment and it was him saying he “could do without” Em’s music that struck a chord with the Detroit MC.
Now it seems the past is behind them as Snoop confirmed during a conversation with Too Short that a song featuring Eminem would be on his next album.
Snoop and Eminem will also perform together at next year’s Pepsi Halftime Show as the Superbowl along with Dr. Dre, Mary J. Blige and Kendrick Lamar.
What do you think of Eminem and Snoop Dogg collaborating?
Dr. Anthony Fauci has warned Americans to be cautious about holiday gatherings – but he’s giving the green light for trick-or-treating this Halloween.
On Sunday, Fauci told CNN’s State of the Union that trick-or-treating outside can be done safely – especially if coronavirus cases and deaths continue their downward trend.
Fauci said “this is a time that children love. It’s a very important part of the year for children. I know my children enjoy it.”
Last week, Fauci said it’s “too soon to tell” if it’s safe for families to gather for Christmas this year.
Do you plan to go trick-or-treating this year? Does your family have plans for Thanksgiving and Christmas in place?
A 2015 clip from Omarion has resurfaced.
The clip has now turned into the ‘Omarion Challenge’
Kirk Franklin took the challenge to church-literally.
He performed the challenge with a full choir.
Omarion posted the clip of Kirk on his page and captioned it, Lova ya man. Perfect Sunday moves.
Did Kirk shut the challenge down? Is it over?
His wife was asked to join the new show but not him. She declined due to her health.
In a statement Judge Judy said, Byrd is terrific and we had a great 25 year run. This is a whole new program with a whole new cast and an exciting energy.
How do you feel about how this went down?
After 46 years as service as Pastor of Union Temple Baptist Church in DC, Rev. Dr. Willie F. Wilson continues to minister to the world online and through publications. The music of Rob Mercer, CD Porter, and Javon Inman who form the DMV group DRK 2 LGHT is rising up the charts.
Celebrating the United Nations International Day of the Girl
Royelles Revolution Live presents “Ignite Your Potential” a virtual celebration on International Day of the Girl October 11th from 10:30am to 12noon. The day will feature speakers to teach girls how to have fun and explore and learn areas of STEAM. For more information go here:
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How much are you telling your partner about your finances?
Lawyers for former President Trump are expected pursue legal challenges to block release of the documents.
The suspect is believe to be a former employee who was recently fired.
In a Real Housewives first, a celebrity has participated in a reunion show.
Rapper Nicki Minaj posted photos from the set of the Real Housewives of Potomac Reunion.
Andy captioned a photo of the two, it’s the reunion I could never get away with. At the end of ours tonight @nickiminaj surprised the #RHOP and did her own thing. #AndyConda.
Nicki has been a huge fan of this season of RHOP and has been giving fans weekly commentary.
How do you think Nicki did? Do you think we are about to see a new reunion show trend?
Nas has a partnership with MasterClass.
MasterClass is an online educational platform that offers classes from leading figures in music, business, food, acting, technology and more.
Nas will conduct a 12 part video series breaking down storytelling and help enrollees construct and record their own original song.
It launches on October 14th.
Other MasterClass teachers include Alicia Keys, Timbaland, Usher, Questlove, Herbie Hancock and more.
Giant Pharmacy is providing immunizations, flu and covid shots
Giant Pharmacy is providing pediatric immunizations and flu and COVID shots. For more information go here:
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How is the power of Social Media impacting our lives?
A lawyer for Trump said in a letter executive privilege covers the materials lawmakers want.
In a recent interview, Joaquin Phoenix was asked whether there would be a follow up to the Joker.
He replied, I don’t know.
Nothing has been discussed but he believes there is more to explore with the character.
Do you want to see a Joker 2? Who is the best actor that has ever played the Joker?
Dave Chappelle‘s Netflix special, The Closer, is not being met favorably by everyone.
At issue is his support for transphobic feminists known as TERFs.
TERF stands for trans-exclusionary radical feminists.
It is a term used to describe feminists whose views about gender are seen as anti trans.
In the special Dave says I’m team TERF…gender is a fact.
He also says it will be his last special for awhile.
Many have taken to social media to express their displeasure. What did you think of the special?
Former NBA players were charged with a large indictment for insurance fraud.
NBC reported that an unsealed indictment in the Southern District of New York revealed 18 NBA veterans have been charged in federal court for committing fraud, allegedly creating a multi-million-dollar health insurance scheme abusing the league’s benefit plan.
Those named in the indictment include Terrence Williams, the alleged leader who played for the then-New Jersey Nets, his team member Tony Allen, Ronald Glen Davis, Chris Douglas-Roberts, Antoine Wright, Darius Miles, Sebastian Telfair, Shannon Brown, and more.
This widespread scheme was taking place in 2017 up to around 2020, the defendants face charges of conspiracy to commit wire and health care fraud as well as aggravated identity theft. Allegedly, they submitted fake reimbursement claims for medical and dental services that they never received to defraud the NBA Players’ Health and Welfare Benefit Plan.
The indictment alleges that the defendants filed fake claims totaling $3.9 million, from which they received $2.5 million.
The alleged ringleader, Williams, helped get other players into the scheme by supporting their claims with fake invoices. He allegedly gained a total of $230,000 in payments from the other players for the false documents.
The league made this statement, “The benefit plans provided by the NBA and the National Basketball Players Association to our players are critically important to support their health and well-being throughout their playing careers and over the course of their lives, which makes these allegations particularly disheartening. We will cooperate fully with the U.S. Attorney’s Office in this matter.”
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Emma Grede will be the first Black female guest shark on Shark Tank.
Emma Grede, the founding partner of SKIMS and CEO of Good American, announced on her Instagram that she will be on Shark Tank.
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She will be making history as the first Black woman to be a guest Shark. The popular ABC show’s 13th season will premiere Friday, October 8th. Grede will join the original cast of Sharks, Lori Greiner, Barbara Corcoran, Mark Cuban, and Kevin O’Leary, to help entrepreneurs from Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and New York City.
Good American, the company launched by Grede and Khloe Kardashian in 2016, was extremely successful, according to Shadow and Act it was the biggest apparel launch in history. She also is the Co-Founder of SKIMS with Khloe’s sister, Kim Kardashian.
Along with Grede, another superstar guest will be joining this season’s Shark Tank, Kevin Hart, this will be his first appearance on the show. We all know Hart as a comedian but he is also an entrepreneur who has multiple entertainment companies, HartBeat Productions and Laugh Out Loud.
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Shark Tank will air this Friday at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT on ABC, you can also view it the next day on Hulu.
The TV show The Game is back…again.
This time on Paramount+
The show relocates from San Diego to Las Vegas.
Returning are ‘Tasha Mack’ and ‘Malik Wright’
Original show creator Mara Brock Akil, Salim Akil and Kelsey Gramme return.
No Med School Mel and no Derwin.
How do you feel about the reboot?
Pioneering women of America’s history will soon be honored on U.S. coins.
The U.S. Mint announced that figures such as poet Maya Angelou and astronaut Sally Ride will soon be featured on U.S. quarters.
Also being added to quarters are actress Anna May Wong, suffragist Nina Otero-Warren, and Cherokee Nation chief Wilma Mankiller.
Alison L. Doone of the U.S. Mint said in a statement, “Generations to come will look at coins bearing these designs and be reminded of what can be accomplished with vision, determination and a desire to improve opportunities for all.”
What other American woman do you feel deserves to be featured on U.S. coins?
She continued, “But whenever we warm up, we actually warm up to one of your songs, ‘Stronger’.”
What song gets you pumped up to work out? What are the songs that are a must on your gym playlist?
‘Squid Game’ is on track to becoming the most-watched show on Netflix.
Talk of ‘Squid Game’ is all over… well everywhere. Memes and Tiktoks of ‘Red Light, Green Light’ and a sugar cookie have taken over social media, ‘Squid Game,’ is Netflix’s new binge-worthy show. On September 17th the nine episode series dropped and became an overnight sensation.
Netflix’s Chief Executive officer, Ted Sarandos, said “There’s a show on Netflix right now that is the #1 in the world. Like, everywhere in the world. It’s called ‘Squid Game,’ during #CodeCon.
The show has 456 participants. In this game, you play childhood games for huge amounts of cash. The only hiccup is if you lose a game, you die. Each person in the game has one thing in common. They are in huge debt that they can’t pay back forcing them to play this outrageous game.
The series is on track to becoming the most-watched show on Netflix, beating out Shonda Rhimes’ ‘Bridgerton.’
Tamar talks about the return of Braxton Family Values, which will not be on WeTV.
In a recent blog post by The Jasmine Brand, Tamar Braxton announced that the show, ‘Braxton Family Values’, will return but not to WeTV.
Tamar said, “How many of y’all miss ‘Braxton Family Values’? What if I told you ‘Braxton Family Values’ is coming back ? Not on a foolish network, I can tell you that.”
Her disdain for WeTV has been ongoing, as she held them responsible for her mental health and emotional distress leading to her suicide attempt in July 2020. She explained on Twitter that WeTV wouldn’t allow her to part with the show and what was being aired was hurting her relationship with her son.
In an interview with Taraji P. Henson on Peace of Mind with Taraji, Braxton disclosed that her son, Logan, 7, would be better off without her and that’s why she attempted to take her own life. She said, “Logan was the reason why I made that decision…I felt like I was embarrassing him, being a fool on TV.”
Her family starred on BFV for 8 years, Tamar had multiple spinoffs including the one with her now ex-husband, Tamar and Vince, and her own series, Tamar Get Ya Life, all airing on WeTV.
We talked, dished, and laughed a lot! Listen to what really happens behind the scenes of a reality TV show, as we are joined by Real Housewives Of Potomac’s Charrisse Jackson-Jordan.
The SCLC is hosting a scholarship expo on October 10th.
The Prince George’s County Chapter of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference is hosting a Free Scholarship Fair October 10th from 2pm to 5pm at First Baptist Church of Highland Park. For more information go here:
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Could your teenagers be victims or perpetrators of domestic violence?
