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GLOBAL CONVERSATIONS WITH THE FLY PROF.-A ROAD LESS TRAVELED

September 9, 2025 admin 0

A Lesson In Cultural Awareness By Earl N. Caldwell, II As a law professor, I am most often in the role of imparting knowledge to my students. Yet, I am reminded that all of us—even teachers—remain students of life, continually learning. […]

Returning to Our Own Institutions

September 6, 2025 admin 0

By Germar Reed There is a line I can’t shake: “If you give a man the power to feed you, you’ve given him the power to starve you.” For much of our history, we knew this. When Black families were locked […]

Dr. Samaad Wes Keys-Higher education strategist, philanthropy leader, and cultural voice has a relentless commitment to equity and transformation.

September 3, 2025 admin 0

By Staff Samaad Wes Keys, Ph.D., is a nationally recognized higher education strategist, philanthropy leader, and cultural voice whose career has been defined by a relentless commitment to equity and transformation. From his beginnings as a first-generation college student at […]

“The Power of Presence: Kenan Cooper-Gilmore on Advocacy, Art, and Authenticity”

August 27, 2025 admin 0

By Staff Kenan Cooper-Gilmore is a visionary leader whose voice carries the weight of advocacy, artistry, and authenticity. From his Memphis roots to his transformative work in Chicagoland, he has become a beacon for the Black and Brown LGBTQIA+ community—creating […]

Made for this Moment – POWER, POLICY, & PROGRESS

August 27, 2025 admin 0

By CBCF Join us for the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 54th Annual Legislative Conference, September 24th through September 28th in Washington, D.C. It is the place to connect with civic and business leaders, elected officials, and concerned citizens to discuss […]

The Beat of Our Ancestors: Josh Jacobs and the Full Circle of Truth

August 27, 2025 admin 0

For Denise—the quiet light who walked beside me through Brooklyn’s streets—and for Josh, the son who now walks with the rhythm of our ancestors in his veins. BY Brenda Johnson Scrolling through TikTok one night, I heard a voice that […]

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GLOBAL CONVERSATIONS WITH THE FLY PROF. – Caretakers of the Community-Jazz

July 1, 2025 admin 0

By Earl N. Caldwell II Welcome to Global Conversations With The Fly Prof. In this edition, I am excited to introduce you to several remarkable individuals who are transforming lives and shaping cultures—both locally and globally—through the universal language of […]

Our Plugs-Nonprofit update & Welcome Neptune XXI

May 26, 2025 admin 0

Our Plug, LLC was established to ensure small businesses are given the opportunity to grow and thrive in a constantly changing environment. We would love to have your business join our directory. Advertising space is ridiculously expensive. Especially for startup […]

THE AFRICAN TWELVE APOSTLES: THE LIBERATORS-Archbishop Prof Chidiebere Anelechi Ogbu – President of African Diaspora Union (AFRIDU)

May 20, 2025 admin 0

By CHIDIEBERE ANELECHI OGBU and CLYDE RIVERS It is necessary to look at the author’s mind when conceiving the “African Twelve Apostles” – The Liberators Book aimed at deconstructing the negative narratives that African Leaders are violent and rebels, creating a new […]

Books For Mom

May 7, 2025 admin 0

By African American Literature Book Club (AALBC.com) Their Eyes Were Watching God: A Novel (Deluxe Edition) by Zora Neale Hurston “A deeply soulful novel that comprehends love and cruelty, and separates the big people from the small of heart, without ever losing […]

Celebrate Mothers Day At DC Capitol Square Bar and Grill

May 6, 2025 admin 0

💖 Celebrate Mother’s Day with Us at Capitol Square Bar! 🌸 Let’s raise a glass to the moms, grandmas, aunties, and mother figures who make life beautiful! Join us this Sunday, May 11th for a Mother’s Day celebration filled with […]

Guided by Purpose: A Conversation with Lawrence Tribble

April 23, 2025 admin 0

By Staff Today, we have the honor of sitting down with a man who doesn’t just talk about impact—he lives it. Lawrence Tribble is a powerful voice for mentorship, purpose, and legacy, and his work has touched the lives of […]

CÔTE d’IVOIRE AMBASSADOR TOURÉ PLANS ECONOMIC, EDUCATIONAL, CULTURAL, AND HISTORIC DELEGATION TRIP IN MAY

April 21, 2025 admin 0

By Staff Côte d’Ivoire has experienced remarkable economic growth since 2012, driven by advancements in infrastructure, education, healthcare, and the agriculture sector. The country has maintained a consistent GDP growth rate averaging around 7% over the past decade, establishing itself […]

Our Plugs – Veterans Voice & Leaders Who Mentor

April 15, 2025 admin 0

Two Part Show tonight. Focusing on Veterans & Leaders. Special Guest Virgil Roberts Civil & Human Rights Attorney Our Plug, LLC was established to ensure small businesses are given the opportunity to grow and thrive in a constantly changing environment. […]

A Life of Purpose: Dr. Moss on Faith, Mentorship, and Transforming Lives

April 13, 2025 admin 0

By Staff Dr. Moss has dedicated his life to inspiring and uplifting at-risk youth, using his own journey of resilience and faith to guide others toward hope and success. As a mentor, author, actor, and television host, he has impacted […]

How Hate and Power Games Are Driving Us to Implosion

April 5, 2025 admin 0

By Brenda Johnson There’s something terrifying about watching a country implode in real-time. It’s not loud at first—it’s subtle, strategic, a chess game years in the making. And right now, we’re playing right into it. I look around and I […]