Black Lives Matter, Right?

Do Black Lives Matter in America, Really? If black lives matter, why did policemen kill Alton Sterling and Philandro Castile at point-blank range this week? If black lives matter, why were both men said to have been in the wrong place at the wrong time. Is that justification? If black lives matter, why didn't either cop think to … Continue reading Black Lives Matter, Right?

Anger Management for Dummies

Don't Make Me Angry: You Wouldn't Like Me When I'm Angry... Have you ever seen my Incredible Hulk impression? Some people have and they think it's a hoot! No, I don't really turn green, or burst out of my clothes. There's just this thing I do while adjusting the cervical vertebrae in my neck. I … Continue reading Anger Management for Dummies

Atlanta Traffic in Paralysis

The Gist The mayor of the city of Atlanta was fighting for his life this morning, after the city became paralyzed following the massive snow and ice storm, "Leon." Hundreds of people spent the night stranded on freeways, at work, and in Home Depots (and who knows where else). A woman reportedly gave birth in … Continue reading Atlanta Traffic in Paralysis

Under Taylor’s Leadership, The NCCU Lady Eagles Must “Trust The Process.”

Vanessa Taylor came on board at North Carolina Central University in 2012, and has already steered the women's basketball team in the right direction. She inherited a squad that had gone 3-27 prior to her arrival, and finished with a menial 2-27 record last season. Within those two campaigns, The Lady Eagles suffered 29 straight … Continue reading Under Taylor’s Leadership, The NCCU Lady Eagles Must “Trust The Process.”

Yes, Jordan Really Was Better than Lebron and Kobe

My name is Joan and I am a BIGAMIST. A professional athlete and a pop icon fought for the sole rights to my livelihood, totally unbeknownst to them! Married to inspiration from the two, I've been forever branded as a two-timer, but I only cheat with men named Michael. What does it mean to be … Continue reading Yes, Jordan Really Was Better than Lebron and Kobe

The Wal-Mart Black Friday Conspiracy

For the longest time, Thanksgiving was my favorite religious holiday. There was no Santa or Easter Bunny, prompting me to spend money, overriding the true sense of the occasion. Well, America finally found a way to commercialize the last day standing...in the worst way. When Black Friday was born, I thought it was a neat … Continue reading The Wal-Mart Black Friday Conspiracy

Evolution of the NBA

I'm sure you all might remember one of my favorite students, Andy...the kid who looked me straight in the eye and told me that his generation was smarter than mine! He's arguably one of the most critical thinkers I've ever taught, and I love it!  I'm never intimidated by his questions, nor his objective viewpoints … Continue reading Evolution of the NBA