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How Corinne Bailey Rae and Theaster Gates are preserving Black culture

After we wrapped the shoot on this episode of Amplify, I called an Uber to take me from the Stony Island Arts Bank on Chicago's South Side back to my downtown hotel. The 30-minute ride along Lakeshore Drive was beautiful, with Lake Michigan shining a bright and hopeful blue. I started chatting with my driver, and it was one of those conversations between strangers that quickly goes deep. We talked […]

todayOctober 18, 2023

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Introducing Kipp Stone: East Cleveland’s Rising Hip Hop Star

Kipp Stone is a name that's been steadily making waves in hip hop. Originally from East Cleveland, Ohio Stone is a force to be reckoned with. With his unique style and lyrical wordplay and witty punchlines, he's carving his own path in the hip-hop scene. During our conversation we dove into his life, artists who had a huge influence on his music and who he would want to record a […]

todayOctober 16, 2023

Kimberley Seals Allers, was inspired to start Irth because of stories she her from many mothers as well as her own experience of bias in the health care system during the delivery of her first child. Tom Mason/The Big Idea: Birth Without Bias

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‘Irth’ hospital review app aims to take the bias out of giving birth

Kimberley Seals Allers, was inspired to start Irth because of stories she her from many mothers as well as her own experience of bias in the health care system during the delivery of her first child. Tom Mason/The Big Idea: Birth Without Bias Like any savvy mother-to-be, Queens, N.Y.-based journalist Kimberly Seals Allers made an informed decision when it came to selecting a hospital in which to give birth. She […]

todayOctober 16, 2023

Hughes Van Ellis, one of the last known survivors of the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921, has died at age 102. He's seen here smiling at a rally commemorating the 100th anniversary of the massacre in June 2021 in Tulsa, Okla. Brandon Bell/Getty Images

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Hughes Van Ellis, who asked for justice over Tulsa Race Massacre, dies at age 102

Hughes Van Ellis, one of the last known survivors of the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921, has died at age 102. He's seen here smiling at a rally commemorating the 100th anniversary of the massacre in June 2021 in Tulsa, Okla. Brandon Bell/Getty Images He was one of the last known living survivors of one of the worst events in U.S. history: the Tulsa Race Massacre, when mobs of white […]

todayOctober 11, 2023 1

Interviews

The evolution of comedy trailblazer Marlon Wayans

Photo Credit: Troy Conrad With a career spanning decades, Marlon Wayans has not only carved a niche for himself in stand-up comedy but has also left an indelible mark on the realms of film and television. Marlon is a member of the legendary Wayans family. I personally consider this family comedy royalty. Marlon's journey from growing up in a bustling household of nine siblings to his ascent in the world […]

todayOctober 11, 2023

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‘Poetry Unplugged’, Milwaukee’s longest-running open mic, celebrates 20th anniversary with reunion showcase

Milwaukee's longest-running poetry open mic is celebrating 20 years of language and compelling narratives in the Cream City. Radio Milwaukee’s Salam Fatayer sat down with the remarkable founder and host of "Poetry Unplugged", Kwabena Nixon, to embark on a deep dive into the impact of the decades-long, esteemed event. Listen to the conversation that explores the roots of Poetry Unplugged (PU), and its ties to the 1997 movie "Love Jones" […]

todayOctober 10, 2023

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Sa-Roc: A force of lyricism and empowerment in Hip-Hop

Credit: Beth Saravo In a genre often dominated by male voices, Sa-Roc emerges as a powerful and dynamic force who challenges the status quo of Hip-Hop. With razor-sharp lyricism, an unapologetic approach to self-expression, and a commitment to social and cultural empowerment Sa-Roc has not only carved out her space in the rap world but has become an influential figure in the broader music landscape. In our interview, we discussed […]

todayOctober 9, 2023 1

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The visionary who redefined the sneaker industry with Culture by (his own) Design

Credit: AliveMedia In the dynamic world of fashion and design, there are innovators who not only shape trends but also redefine entire industries. Dr. Dwayne Edwards is undoubtedly one such visionary. Renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to the footwear sector, he has left an undeniable mark on the way we think about shoes. From his humble beginnings to founding the Pensole Footwear Design Academy, Dr. Edwards' journey is a testament […]

todayOctober 6, 2023 2

Roy Wood Jr. during election coverage on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah in 2016. Jason Kempin/Getty Images for Comedy Central

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Roy Wood Jr. says he’s leaving ‘The Daily Show’ but he doesn’t hold a grudge

Roy Wood Jr. during election coverage on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah in 2016. Jason Kempin/Getty Images for Comedy Central Comic Roy Wood Jr. says he will not return to his position as a correspondent on Comedy Central's The Daily Show when the show resumes new episodes later this month, ending a job he first started eight years ago. The reason: Since he hasn't been offered the job as […]

todayOctober 5, 2023

In Pharoah Sanders' final years, Luaka Bop expressed interest in doing a proper reissue of Harvest Time. The label chose to release it as a box set alongside Sanders' final recorded album, Promises. Photo by John van Hasselt/Sygma via Getty Images

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A shared resting place for Pharoah Sanders

In Pharoah Sanders' final years, Luaka Bop expressed interest in doing a proper reissue of Harvest Time. The label chose to release it as a box set alongside Sanders' final recorded album, Promises. Photo by John van Hasselt/Sygma via Getty Images Autumn is here in the Western hemisphere, and with it the anniversary of the birth of John Coltrane, Sept. 23rd, a jazz holiday I call Coltrane's equinox. It's the […]

todayOctober 5, 2023

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