37 #blkcreatives who inspire us to make our own rules
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10 Mentalities That Will Keep Creatives Broke
“Being broke” is not just a monetary position, it is a mindset. Everything that we create in our lives begins in the mind. Where we are and where we are headed is all shaped by the story we tell ourselves every day. Let’s get unstuck by attacking the schools of thought that keep us stagnant.…
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Malcolm X, Ossie Davis and one of the greatest speeches of all time
As a people who were stolen from our land, words, language, and how we use them carries a very specific power. But when you’re speaking about the giant that was El Hajj Malik El Shabazz, born Malcolm Little, known to the world as Malcolm X, we’re not just talking about power. We’re talking about an…
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Respect to Spike Lee: A #blkcreatives homage
We’re so proud of Spike Lee. While external awards are not always key to validation, there’s something to be said about watching one of the most influential directors in our community be rewarded after three decades of work, commitment, and dedication to telling our stories. Lee won an Oscar for best-adapted screenplay for “BlacKkKlansman” and…
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Our Favorite Black Characters on NBC’s This Is Us
And it’s not just because it’s Black History Month. NBC’s This Is Us is one of television’s most critically acclaimed shows on the air right now. With a colorful and diverse cast, the show tackles Black life and culture in a way that feels inclusive and authentic. It may be easy to stop at…
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5 Things About Shutting Up and Doing The Work
This piece was inspired by Alexia Cincy and her tweet: “one thing im applying is to shut up about it and just do the work.” As we’re winding down to the end of the year/New Year it’s going to be really easy (read: really tempting because everyone else is doing it) to broadcast your plans…
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