Channeling Sankofa Energy
On Veterans Day, we stop to recall the sacrifices and contributions many Americans have made through military service. That’s Sankofa energy.
Giving Thanks at Harvest Season
This has been a challenging year. Not just for Black Public Media and our public media partners, but for all independent media makers.
Forging New Alliances
Change is always somewhat uncomfortable. But it’s also exciting. This Thursday, I’m joining a panel discussion on “Forging New Alliances.”
The Power of Independent Voices
The Black Film Festival: Shorts Series, returned to Sag Harbor’s Bay Street Theater this month, filling the space with independent voices …
Resisting in Solidarity
Amid today’s steady barrage of attacks on public media and all things Black — I find it therapeutic to commune in solidarity with my …
Autumnal Festivals are Here!
Autumn is one of my favorite seasons. This year is no exception. The season is full of film festivals, summits and other gatherings …
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage
Amid all the toxic rhetoric flowing through today’s national discourse, I welcome an occasion to celebrate. Hispanic Heritage Month …
This Fall, Show Your Love for Black Stories
We are SO ENERGIZED by your response to our 1.8M Donor drive! Many have already shown their love for Black stories by contributing …
We Can Do This!
The Summer of 2025 is effectively over. Time to get back to business. For BPM, that means cultivating 1.8M donors. Together, we can do this!
Say it Loud!
When James Brown released “Say it Loud — I’m Black and I’m Proud,” it promptly became an anthem for the Black Power movement …