Glancing at my phone on the late morning of Nov. 7 and seeing Joseph R. Biden as the projected presidential winner, I felt 500 pounds lifted off of my shoulders. To no longer live another four years filled with anxiety and fear about if my basic human rights will be taken away; I cannot wait. …
Joe Biden Winning The Election is a Step Towards Progress (Op-Ed) Read More »
Last Wednesday, NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced precautionary measures that would help stop the curve of COVID-19 for the upcoming holiday season and for the future. The new measures state that indoor and outdoor gatherings should consist of 10 people or less. In addition, bars, restaurants and gyms must close from 10 p.m. to 5 …
Ways You Can Stay Safe During Thanksgiving This Year Read More »
In this Tee Talk interview, I spoke with Model Jonathan Timothy. Watch as we talk about what his catwalk game is looking like, his biggest influences and more!
Small business owners on Long Island are expecting a grim outlook on holiday sales this upcoming season. This doesn’t stop one high-powered team from aiding local businesses and entrepreneurs with their online marketing and website needs. Enter Blue Surge Marketing Agency, a Suffolk County-based digital marketing and web design firm with a penchant for performance …
Local Firm Blue Surge Marketing Agency Helps Small Businesses Win Big Despite COVID-19 Read More »
Tee Talk interview with Vant of Vant Clothing. Watch as we talk about how he started, why he choose to get into the clothing business and more!
With a record number of absentee and mail-in ballots being submitted this year, the results from the presidential race to Long Island’s races are now finally determined. Here is a list of the projected winners that will lead Long Island for the next few years. District One Congress Lee Zeldin (Republican) v. Nancy Goroff (Democrat) …
Your Full Long Island Election Projected Winners Guide – See Where They Stand On Policy Read More »
Is there any gift to big or small during this pandemic? We talk about our thoughts surrounding gift giving for the holiday season and what we even define as a sentimental gift. Take a listen if you want to hear three different perspectives, which may help you decide what to get that special someone!
Tee Talk interview with Matt from Echo Audio Systems. Watch as we talk about how he started his business, what it’s like being behind the scenes and more!
Welcome to Across The Mic with Julio Taku where I, Julio Taku (pronounced Jew-Leo Tah-Coo), cover issues pertaining to the different intersections of Blackness in areas such as politics, fashion, music, activism, academia, art, sex work, health care etc. Guest appearances from professionals and creatives in their respective fields will provide insight and unique perspectives …
Across the Mic with Julio Taku – Being an Educator is a Lifelong Journey Read More »
Black Koffee plays the “We’re Not Really Strangers” card game by “Red Table Talk” where we get deep. Get to know us a little better and don’t be a stranger!
SHADES OF LONG ISLAND is a media outlet dedicated to elevating the consciousness of Long Island through informative reporting and sharing the news, stories and events revolving people of color in our region.
