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Across The Mic with Julio Taku – Iman Olden – Being a Production Assistant in LA
This episode I’m joined by Iman Olden, production and executive assistant for film and tv. We discuss the landscape of Hollywood during a racial reckoning and it’s effects in front and behind the camera. Iman tells of how she has demystified celebrities and not getting star struck. We also speak …
Uncracking the Misconceptions Behind the COVID-19 Vaccines
In December of 2020, Sandra Lindsey, Port Washington resident and director of critical care at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Queens, received the first …
Thousands Push to Rename Central Islip High School Facility to Honor Late Coach Andrew Brown III (Op-Ed)
Thousands Push to Rename Central Islip High School Facility to Honor Late Coach Andrew Brown III (Op-Ed)
Black History Month Inspires Mask Businesses Across the Island
One of the only good things to come out of the coronavirus pandemic is a new market for medical masks. Mask businesses have been a …
We The People Party Focuses On Diversity, Criminal Justice and Revitalizing Freeport During Mayoral Candidate Forum
The NAACP Freeport – Roosevelt Youth and Young Long Island for Justice held a candidate forum on Feb. 19th and Feb 20th. The forum was …
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Across The Mic with Julio Taku – Iman Olden – Being a Production Assistant in LA
This episode I’m joined by Iman Olden, production and executive assistant for film and tv. We discuss the landscape of Hollywood during a racial reckoning …
Let’s Kick it with the Joneses – TV Commercials: Our Best and Worst Picks
This week, the Joneses dive into our favorite – and not-so-favorite – commercials. They make us laugh, they make us cry, and they definitely make …
Tee Talk – Episode 25 Ft. Nolan Santo Interview
In this episode, I talk with Artist Nolan Santo. Watch as we talk about how music became his therapy, how he gained hundreds of thousands …
Tee Talk – Episode 21 Ft. Khrome $ouls Interview
We’ve got another Tee Talk interview for you with Khrome $ouls. Watch as we talk about the meaning of his name, how the Maui Squad …
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Muñeca Arthouse Adds Hispanic Cultural Perspective to the Long Island Art Community
Local Medford resident, Jessica Valentin’s career as artist, “Ratgrrl” has taken off tremendously from being elected as the first Latinx board of trustees member for …
From Portraits to Protests – This Popular Long Island Photographer is Using His Art Form For Activism
This Long Island-based photographer with a sharp eye and taste for Hip Hop, sneaker culture, fine cuisine and the people within these cultures. Henry Francois’ …
Fashion
Long Island Makeup Artists of Color Speak Up About Inclusivity in the Beauty Industry
On Sept. 3, actress, singer and producer, Selena Gomez launched her cosmetic brand, Rare Beauty, which is exclusive only on the brand’s website and Sephora. …
Food & Drink
Need Some Fresh Juice? Black-Owned Business The Juice 6 Company is Here to Serve Suffolk County
Health fads have swung in and out of public consciousness. From avocados to chia seeds, superfoods and food science has taken over popular culture, and …
Politics
Long Island and the Nation Prepares For Inauguration Day
On Wednesday Jan. 20 local noon time, Joseph R. Biden will take the oath and become the 46th president of the United States. This Inauguration …
Layla’s Dance and Drum Hosts an Array of Classes including a Fun Weekly Roller-Skating Dance Session
Cecilie Klaus always had a passion for music and dance since she was little. While studying dance in London, however, she picked up a hobby: …
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