How Players Can Put an End to Symbols of Racism My good friend who works closely with D1 college football players told me many athletes are frustrated with the state of our country and the way many university and city leaders are hijacking this cultural moment for their own gain or to save face. …

This story was originally published in partnership with Community Frontline In recent weeks, people have sent me messages of solidarity and pledges to fight for racial justice. To those who have publicly pledged to join the fight to end the injustices in our country in response to the murders of…

(This article was written in partnership with Community Frontline) In 2016, Will Smith spoke candidly about race relations during an interview with Stephen Colbert on The Late Show. “When I hear people say it’s worse than it’s ever been I disagree completely,” Smith said. “Racism isn’t getting worse, it’s getting…

“Republicans buy sneakers, too.” Those are the now infamous words said in jest by Michael Jordan. His comment was exposed when asked if he would publicly endorse Harvey Gantt for a North Carolina U.S. Congress seat in 1990. The election featured the African American Democrat Gantt running against the incumbent…

(This story was originally published and edited for ChristandPopCulture.com) The coronavirus pandemic changed our lives. This is no longer a shocking statement. But as the reality began taking form, an anthem of sorts was sounded by Cardi B on March 10, 2020. The rapper, songwriter, and famed social media personality…

“Wait!” For how long? “Wait for The Lord!” Okay, for how long? “Be strong, and let your heart take courage!” Okay, but for how long? “Wait for The Lord!” Waiting — remaining idle, not making any decisions for a period of time — is counter to everything we are as…

Kobe Bryant was transitioning into the “godfather of basketball” role before his tragic death on Sunday, January 26, 2020. The legendary, and soon to be Hall of Famer, tragically died in a helicopter crash in the hills of Southern California alongside his thirteen-year-old daughter, Gianna Bryant, and seven others. The…

“Not bad for a running back.” That’s what Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson said after he threw five touchdown passes against the Miami Dolphins in the first week of the 2019–2020 NFL season. …

KOD, an album by hip hop artist J. Cole, was released April 20, 2018. The release day, 4/20 or “smoke day” — a day some use to celebrate recreational smoking, primarily marijuana — was by design. At first glance, the album cover artwork looks like a celebration of 4/20. A…