Cultured in Media

Do you remember ... Kadeem Hardison? Mainly from A Different World ? You know, the one that was in love with Whitley? The same one who was also married to the beautiful singer, Chante' Moore (in which I didn't even know that until I decided to do some research). Hardison is best known for his role as Dwayne Wayne on “A Different World” (1987-1993). He continued to appear in a few other sitcoms like “Living Single” and “Girlfriends” but then faded out just as quickly as he came. He also has a a few movies under his belt, but nothing mainstream,  “Renaissance Man” and “Biker Boyz,” however his movie career primarily consists of roles in small-screen and straight-to-DVD films, including “The Fantasia Barrino Story: Life Is Not a Fairy Tale.” He has since been on KC Undercover which broadcasts on Disney. Also he has been in the news lately for who he thinks should be recast in a new "Different World" at Hillman College. Would you watch?

No one is exempt from hackers, not even the soulful voice of 34-year-old, Keke Wyatt (Ke'Tara Shavon "Keke" Wyatt), who also as of recent has become a reality TV star. She claims that hackers uploaded a picture to her Instagram account that was supposed to be for her husband's eyes only. Now rather you believe that or not, that's up to you but her body is snatched.

Whether you find it disrespectful or just simply a place where fans can go for a more personal look into the world of the former entertainer, Prince, but his home will be open this October for tours. Now I don't know how to feel about this to be honest. I mean, this is the home where the Purple Rain singer died, inside of an elevator not even close to a year ago. In fact, it's only been four months since Prince died of an apparent overdose at the age of 57.  Tours will cost $37.50 and will run in groups of 25 to 30. You can VIP for smaller groups for $100.00. The tour will offer views of the mansion, two studios, and several other rooms from a dance floor and performing stage. The company who manages the tour is also the same company who has managed tours for Elvis Presley's Memphis home, Graceland. Will you purchase a ticket? Or is this just too much for you to believe. "Opening Paisley Park is something that Prince always wanted to do and was actively wo...

Today, I am not doing a #WCW because there are too many women out there doing positive things that I admire. Since I really don't have a "crush" on women, I will consider my Wednesdays, "Working Women Wednesdays" to honor all women who are working. Each Wednesday I will choose at least three women who I am admire in business and give them the acknowledgement that most won't unless they are a celeb. Since this is the first official #WWW, I would like to thank a group of women, not just any group, but women in healthcare. As a former Radiology Tech Aide and current medical student perusing a career in medicine, I know the tender care we put into each patient, regardless if you are an aide, tech, physician, secretary, nurse, or liaison, your day to day compassion is what keeps patients calm at a time when they need it most. Thank you to all of the women in healthcare.

Reality TV star/singer, Jhonni Blaze is a victim of domestic abuse according to her. Domestic abuse is nothing to play around with as this is a serious matter that affects one in ever few households. The aftermath of such abuse is sort of like PTSD for most. Well Jhonni took to her instagram and first claimed to have fallen which resulted in losing a few front teeth. Come to find out, allegedly, her and her boyfriend (who I will not give any shine to in cases like this) got into an altercation and he is the real reason for her missing teeth. No man ever has the right to put their hand(s) on a female unless to restrain her, but to actually cause this such harm, is something I am sure the singer will get through this but never subject yourself to someone who does not value you. Love and support for you Jhonni. Remember, this is not the first time she has been in a relationship like this. She has to wise up and not be so trusting in everyone. A sweet girl just looking for love but she i...

No matter what, she always manages to slay at every angle. This business suite that singer, actress, talent, Beyonce Knowles-Carter, is rocking, demonstrates that women in business suites can look just as fly, if not better than wearing barely anything or the provocative clothing that most women are now wearing. Nothing wrong with showing off skin, I love to show my curves, but wearing business suites, are just as sexy, as Beyonce shows. Rock on, Bey! Beyoncé showed off some cleavage in a pin-striped, double-breasted blazer, which she paired with ankle-strap sandals. She also wore her curly hair in a half-updo that has recently came back in style. I used to always wear my hair in that fashion and just recently started again. Not to mention, her legs are to die for.

A new billboard phrase has been popping up in various places in the U.S. A sign that most likely will impact or upset terrorist or aspiring terrorists. There were reports of this same exact sign first being posted in Chicago, now it is reports of this billboard along a Phoenix Highway. "So it's kind of good to separate the two and be like, 'Hey ISIS, you suck--from, actual Muslims,' because what ISIS pursues and what ISIS stands for is actually not in our religion at all," said Fara Arefi, a community member of the Muslims community.  The group hopes to put more billboards up like this around the U.S to show American that they are not on the same agenda as terrorists. Do you think this is a great message and will help the tension between Muslim-Americans and the rest of the U.S when dealing with each other and the stereotypes? I hope so. Everyone deserves a fair chance. America is a great land, whether we all believe it or see it. The billboard was br...

I am like an Instagram Junkie, I can never get enough of it. I literally check my IG at least five times every hour. Normally I'm just searching for food ideas, crafts, places to visit, results, fitness related searches, hair related searches, or whatever else my mind comes up with. But since it is "Fit-Tuesday," I have to narrow it down for today. In today's Instagram Fit edition, I would like to feature Jenelle L. Salazar or better known as GetBodiedByJ. With her struggles with weight since she was a little girl, Jenelle has transformed her life completely to be the healthiest -confident in her body person I have encountered. Now she trains many, including celebrities while still working out herself. What I love about her is that she is completely honest. She tells you what works, what doesn't, her struggles, her insecurities, and more. She's real about it, including work that she had done prior to finding that working out would give her the same look. ...

It's like every new day I am starting over on a new diet. I mean, I honestly have an issue and I am admitting now. I love food. I love to eat. And I love fitness as well. Now I just have to figure out how to make them coexist in my world. I put together this list of social media fit-sperts (fit experts) who I find that keep me motivate enough to want to start over again and at least attempt to stick it out. 1. The Fitness Marshall : My absolute favorite at the moment. The Fitness Marshall is composed of fitness instructor/choreographer, Caleb Marshall, and his back up "booties." They dance dance/sweat/workout to the hottest tracks out today and will definitely leave you sweating all while learning new dance moves. Check them out on youtube for workout videos. You will not be sorry. Youtube Facebook Instagram Twitter Website 2. Fitness Blender: Okay, now I have to say this one is my fav. I know I said that about #1 but this is also tied with #1. Fitness B...

I often get asked about working from home online, is it possible? My answer is, absolutely! You can work online from home and make enough to take care of every aspect of your life. Not saying you can get rich, but you can make just as much at home, as you can at a full-time job, or more. I have a full-time job and also supplement my income at home because I just have so much going on that I cannot really put my all into working from home at this moment, but I am working on it. There are a few key tips to keep in mind. These are the basics of building a blog and making money from it. You must be motivated, dedicated, and focused in order to make this a reality. Of course everyone can say they really want to work from home, but do you really have the drive to make it happen?  You have to have some idea what you want to blog about. Stick to that niche on that website. If you have more than one idea, then create another website but stick to one niche on that site. Although, i...

OMG, my hair has been the most dry of all dry seasons ever. Okay, maybe that didn't make sense but the point still remains that I am talking about my hair being desert dry. It was so dry that my scalp was itching nonstop and was flaking up. Keep in mind, I wash my hair every two or three days but this week, I haven't done any of that, nor have I oiled my scalp in so long that I doubt it would even recognize the feeling.  So what I decided to do was a home "stimulating re-hydration" treatment. This treatment is very simple to relieve itchy scalp, dry, brittle, and also dull hair at the same time. All you need is one egg (depending on the thickness/length of your hair), and one or two teaspoons of cayenne pepper.  The egg is for protein, dullness, to provide Vitamins A, D, B-12, and E, also amino acids and Sulfur, which is a growth stimulate. An egg can provide the moisture that your hair is lacking, hence why it is so dry, which can then result in breakage. As...