Growing up in one of the most dangerous housing projects in Brooklyn, at a very young age I sought protection through gangs, guns, and violence. Home life was one of constant abuse and domestic violence by my stepfather. I was repetedly told by him that I was no good and would never amount to anything, and with my mother being abused and yet still protecting him, I was filled with extreme hatred.
He swore that the only future I would have would be in jail or dead somewhere. In the midst of all the abuse and turmoil in my life, at a late age I found a totally unusual sport and excelled, becoming one of the most Internationally famous and entertaining American players in the world!
If it wasnt for the sport of table tennis, I would have probably ended up in jail or dead, but through this sport my eyes were open to all the endless possibilities that life had in store for me.
Table Tennis in many ways helped me to realize that the whole world wasnt bad, and that there were much better things for me other than being in the streets. The sport of table tennis truly saved my life!
I also have an appearance in a worldwide K-Swiss commercial, the TV show Mercy as well as being the star of a three part commercial for an iPhone accessory called "The Sinch.
Already with 7 locations! I am currently working on an autobiography about my life titled "From the Pistol to the Paddle. I am a huge part of an award winning documentary titled "The Tables.
I was the only westerner who attended! Yep that's right! I have been to North Korea! The professional barber drives Uber to earn a living then hits the streets, cutting hair almost everyday. Now, after purchasing a large camper RV which will be used as a mobile location, Joshua hopes to change even more lives, one haircut at a time Empowering Cuts has worked with over 50 organizations in over 20 different cities from coast-to-coast.
We have been featured in roughly 10 different written and visual news outlets. On July 8, , was a day two decisions were made So I had the opportunity to talk to father, husband, photographer, illustrator, artist, film director, and Oakland native Shomari Smith on how 10 years later those two decisions parallel to each other and still relevant today. Mesherle was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter and served 11 months in prison.
In October , Oakland prosecutors re-opened the investigation into Grant's shooting death. We will evaluate the evidence and the law, including the applicable law at the time and the statute of limitations and make a determination. Systemic Racism Conversation w Dr. Mustafa Santiago Ali. Mustafa Santiago Ali on the subject of systemic racism.. What is tokusatsu and sentai? Think Power Rangers, and the like. The thing that makes VT HEROES visually stand out of the crowd is the fact that within the sentai and tokusatsu genre, it eliminates the idea of body standards by having some of the fighters as slender, or plus sized.
You also see cool thing such as the assigned VT colors, Red, Green, and Black mostly dominated by male figures are female figures.
The Pink one is usually associated with female characters, are now in VT Heroes associated with super muscular males! Two players create their fighter using 3 Stat cards based on their Hero, Element, and Totem abilities.
Once they do that they gather their 40 Action cards and battle in a rock-paper-scissors style fight using moves that fit within the 4 categories, Attack, Defense, Power, and Intelligence. Ranzo has been changing the narrative of black people on the global level through his YouTube channel he launched in The essence of his videos are to counter the negative misconceptions or stereotypes that the mainstream media portrayal of black people. Happy New Year!!! From the first day of elementary school to now sophomore at college my guest 12yrs old Caleb Anderson is wise beyond his age..
I had the privilege to talk to him and his mom Claire Anderson about innovation and education starts at home.. By age two, he could read the U. Constitution and could complete fractions! Dan Lish has been creating characters and worlds professionally for over 25 years. This passion drew him to New York, where he lived and worked for 8 years as a Concept Artist and freelance illustrator for clients including; Rockstar Games, Lucas Arts and Sony.
Turner, C. This was a great opportunity to explore the life, career, and inspiration behind Dan's artwork. Call yourself a Hip Hop and art enthusiasts? Then this episode is for you! Ride or Fly with Principal Tabari Wallace. My goal with Dad is Not a Noun is to do my part to change narrative for men of color in fatherhood.. I'm not father, but I'm a fan of great fathers and this platform is dedicated to you.
I created this YouTube Channel while my job was shutdown due to covid19 and it has been amazing experience to talk to so many amazing people with the mindset of community. One of my favorite interviews was with Principal Tabari Wallace via IG Live, who's been on Ellen and his story been shared on all major network outlets for a in depth conversation on why he was named Principal Of The Year in He is more than just the principal of West Craven High School, who enlisted 14 groups of educators to visit every senior stuck at home.
He is a visionary, educator, and leader who has transformed three schools in six years to educational excellence. Divided Time Episode. Turner and C. Stats, kicked it with Will Feagins Jr. Their music. Hustler Convention Espoide. In , a fast-talking hustler named Sport spawned the birth of Hip-Hop.
Lightnin' Rod a. Lo-Life Movement Episode. Do you consider yourself a Ralph Lauren — Polo aficionado? Stats take a trip back to with the Big Homie, Rack-Lo. Our discussion you ask? His journey, the origins of his world renowned flyness, the global influence of the Lo-Life Movement, popular Polo clothing themes, and equally as important, what he his currently working on.
Chibbs Interview. Facing his personal demons head-on, the charismatic Anderson must come to terms with his past in order to find a way forward. Bizarre Rides Episode. Turner, Stats and he collabortion with iamhophopmagazine kicked it with Slimkid3 from the legendary Hip Hop group, The Pharcyde. The discussion explores the roots of The Pharcyde.
Artwork by Danlish. Lunchin Episode with Camp Lo. Here's a unreleased interview myself, D. So I thought it was important to tell the story of Julius July Perry. Who is Julius July Perry? Perry was a black enternpuer and one of the wealthy man in Ocoee who tried diligently to get black people to vote on Election Day , but an armed white mob lynched him and killed other black resident.
They burnt down homes and churches to end any generational and political wealth for decades which is known as the Ocoee Massacre of Embracing Dad Habits. There are no charts or diagrams, just important perspectives that all men in the brotherhood of parenting deserve to know! To register for this December 5th event go to www. Family Business Espoide.
Instead of toys, clothes, or gadgets, Reco Oxendine, a father from Pennsylvania, has gifted his year old daughter with her very own vending machine to give her an early start in entrepreneurship.
He shared the news on a Facebook post, which went viral in with many people congratulating the young entrepreneur! I had privilege to kick it with Reco Oxendine to discuss entrepreneurship and fatherhood I Have The Power Episode. PlanetAfroPunk begins tomorrow and ends on Sunday, a Wakanda like virtual experience of black exllence, music, art, and conversations. Tiny Fontaine Dickey weighed in at just 1lbs 3oz when mum Jenny Sanchez gave birth at 23 weeks.
Medics warned Jenny and dad RaSean Dickey that their son had no chance of survival and that if he was born he would likely be blind, deaf and with extreme disabilities, but they never gave up and three years later their son is a happy, intelligent, healthy, and full of energy little guy A Different World Nostalgia.
We believe that with educational tools ,and tips we can prevent our girls and young women from falling victim and declare an end to human trafficking. The Everyday Day People's Episode. Black Dot Collective is a website dedicated to affirmation and education through amazing articles on our history, present, and past.
We had the opportunity to kick it with devoted husband, father, entrepreneur, 2x Grammy Award Winner, underrated producer, lyricical genius, and podcaster, Speech from the legendary Arrested Development about the new project Don't Fight Your Demon available now on all the platforms where you get your music. After listening to this episode I thought Retrospect would be a great title to this episode because so enjoy..
Stats reflect on the untimely passing, life, influence and legacy of Hip Hop legend, Prodigy of Mobb Deep. The duo also kick it with Boyd "Rainmaker" Melson to discuss his life journey; being a West Point graduate, his time as a Boxer, and social responsibility represent just a few of the topics discussed during the conversation. In a world that already hates and fears them -- what if only Black people had superpowers.
After miraculously surviving being gunned down by police, a young man learns that he is part of the biggest lie in history. Now he must decide whether it's safer to keep it a secret or if the truth will set him free.
Collects issues Artwork by Demar Douglas www. Are you an avid Shark Tank watcher? Do you recall season 6 — episode 11?
An extremely poised Lydia Evans and her SWAG Essentials Company positioned a product before the Sharks and viewing audience that addressed the skin care and grooming concerns of countless men; that would be the dreaded affliction of Pseudofolliculitis Razor Bumps. Inspire is from the Latin 'insiprare,' meaning 'to breathe into. Top Top-rated. Trailer Official Trailer. Teaser Trailer.
Perry Mason: Meet The Characters. Perry Mason: Season 1. Perry Mason. Featurette Perry Mason: Under The Fedora. Photos Top cast Edit. John Lithgow Elias Birchard 'E. Ron Fitzgerald Rolin Jones. More like this. Watch options. Storyline Edit. Set in Los Angeles, the series focuses on the origin story of famed defense lawyer Perry Mason, based on characters from Erle Stanley Gardner's novels.
Living check-to-check as a low-rent private investigator, Mason is haunted by his wartime experiences in France and suffering the effects of a broken marriage. Career In , Gelila was scouted by an advertising art director, and became a Ford model — she was a freshman at the University of California, Berkeley, and was on her way to class when she was scouted. Her modeling work was mainly done in New York and Paris.
She has also appeared in multiple magazines and media publications, and graced the covers of several, including Essence, Marie Claire and Allure. Gelila has worked with, or currently works with modeling agencies such as Model Management and W, both of which are based in New York, and Premium Models, based in Paris.
It deals with the complex traditions, culture, customs, occupations and religious beliefs of the six major Ethiopian tribes: Afar, Lasta Lalibela, Hamar, Raya, Tigray and Harrar. The book also contains stunning photographs of historical monuments, crafts, traditional art and observations of the tribes. She hopes that her book will encourage all Ethiopians, including those living overseas, to embrace their culture and be proud of their heritage.
Being a social activist and humanitarian herself, she knows what she is talking about; she has won accolades for her philanthropic work in and around Ethiopia. Entrepreneur and photographer Scott Harrison founded Charity Water, an organization which Gelila has partnered with on numerous humanitarian projects.
She also often works with Glimmer of Hope, with her main focus being on helping people with their livelihoods and rights when living in developing countries. Personal life Gelila met Tyler Perry at a Prince concert in , and the two began dating soon after. Gelila has spoken out about wanting to raise her son with the knowledge of his Ethiopian heritage, but will not include all of the customs in her parenting. She prefers to parent her son according to what works with him, and not what and how she was taught when growing up.
Gelila and Tyler have been together for many years, so there have been a lot of marriage rumours — neither has denied or confirmed these claims. Hobbies, favorite things and interesting facts She is a vegan and encourages her followers to join her green lifestyle. Appearance Gelila has black hair and brown eyes.
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