“Tssst!” “What is that?” “Tssst!” “What are you doing?” “I’m just doing this” *He eases his foot off of the hi-hat pedal, just a little bit, and taps the cymbals with the stick before closing the two cymbals tightly once again* “That’s called a hi-hat sizzle.” To this day, I don’t actually know what the […]
Month: August 2023
Upcoming Biden book excerpt unveils vivid portrayal of U.S withdrawal from Afghanistan
An excerpt of Franklin Foer’s upcoming book ” The Last Politician: Inside Joe Biden ’s White House and the Struggle for America’s Future” was released Tuesday via The Atlantic.
ELEMENTAL SORROW
At the choice of which element of nature to be, I couldn’t choose just one. I’m the space between me and my happiness, the air I’m withholding from my tired lungs, the fire of worry that sears my entire being, the water I’m constantly drowning in, and all the misery earth has to offer. Ded. […]
Empowering queer voices: Michelle Tea launches ‘Dopamine’
Diving headfirst into the realm of authentic representation, Michelle Tea’s groundbreaking endeavor ‘Dopamine’ promises to amplify and celebrate queer narratives that have long been overshadowed, redefining the landscape of literary storytelling.
Diverse mythologies unveiled: ‘A Drop of Venom’ marks last chapter in Rick Riordan Presents journey
Discover the vibrant world of Rick Riordan Presents, an imprint that celebrates diverse mythologies and cultural voices, with the latest addition, ‘A Drop of Venom,’ offering a feminist reimagining of Medusa’s origins inspired by Indian lore.
Frankie Cutlass: The Freestyle & Hip Hop legendary producer takes a victory lap
In the eyes of many, the 80s belongs to pink scrunchies, hair spray, leg warmers, overdone make-up, all on a caucasian pin up styled mannequin or a caricature of blackness with a chunky chain, chunky rings, shell tops, a fresh cut. But if you actually lived it –or you’re too young to have lived it […]
Breaking free from car dependency: Paving the way for walkable cities (Op-Ed)
Life in our modern cities, once vibrant centers of community and culture, has hit a roadblock: car dependency.
DJ Doo Wop: How a student of the game became a legend
Shortly after this interview, I observed a car with a gentleman ( seemingly in his mid 40s) playing what sounded like it could’ve been some mid to late 90s hip hop. This was the stuff I grew up on, albeit reluctantly. Gospel was the state/household enforcement musical diet; and when nighttime came, I scoured early […]
SOS: The fading pulse of lesbian bars and community bonds (Op-Ed)
Shedding light on the dwindling state of #lesbianbars in the United States.
Fame without fortune: Muriel Fahrion’s unpaid legacy as the creator of Strawberry Shortcake (Op-Ed)
Muriel Fahrion, the creative genius behind Strawberry Shortcake, struggles with financial hardships as she receives no compensation for her iconic creation.
Are libraries dying out? (Op-Ed)
In an era dominated by digitization, rapid technological advancements, and the ubiquity of information at our fingertips, a question arises: Are libraries on the brink of extinction?
Mice to humans: The prospects and pitfalls of Harvard’s anti-aging study (Op-Ed)
Harvard’s groundbreaking research in epigenetics has shown the potential to reverse aging in mice, offering hope for extending the human lifespan and treating age-related diseases.
