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Holy Bodies and Blue Jeans: Cynthia Erivo, Sydney Sweeney, and the Manufactured Outrage Machine

When Cynthia Erivo stepped onto the stage of the Hollywood Bowl as Jesus Christ in Jesus Christ Superstar, the reactions came fast and loud. Not because she couldn’t sing—she could. Not because she didn’t belong on that stage—she did. But because she dared to embody a figure many Americans still consider off-limits

Aug 9

Holy Bodies and Blue Jeans: Cynthia Erivo, Sydney Sweeney, and the Manufactured Outrage Machine

Aug 9

420 Falls on Easter—And I’ve Got More Than One Reason to Reflect

Because for me, this 4/20 isn’t just about cannabis. It’s about growth. It’s about evolution.

Apr 19

Hope Without Boundaries 5K – West Coast Activation (Hosted by Icon City)
Sat, May 31
Los Angeles, CA (exact location sent later)
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Veils :Requiem For Trayvon (Screening & Panel Discussion)
Fri, May 23
Palm Springs Cultural Center
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Justice for Kenya Moore: Now That the Footage Is Airing, the Truth Is Hitting Harder

Kenya showed a naked image of her castmate Drama? Sure. Now we’re learning that before all that, Brit allegedly threatened Kenya with a gun

I Had To See How Progressive In The South Are Dealing With The New Regime

One of the most poignant moments of my trip was attending the 25th annual Bayard Rustin Audre Lorde Breakfast.

Why I’m Finally Talking About My Mom’s Disappearance

For years, I kept this pain to myself, reluctant to share my story for fear of being pitied or burdening others with my unresolved grief.

Safeguarding Tenants: The Impact of SB-567 on Evictions

The cost of having a roof over your head is a topic that's hard to escape these days. Rent's too high, mortgages are sky-rocketing, and...

Desert Data: How Palm Springs Is Quietly Plotting Its AI Glow-Up

It wasn’t Pride. It wasn’t a drag show. And despite the backdrop of pool floats and caftans, the Palm Springs AI Expo wasn’t just a...

🖤 Is Black Gay Pride Still Ours?

I was recently approached to help organize a Black Gay Pride event in Palm Springs—a city renowned for its vibrant queer culture but noticeably lacking in Black representation. While the invitation was an honor, it also stirred a profound internal conflict.

Still Leveling Up: Philly’s Black Queer Nightlife Fights to Keep Its Place

Philadelphia’s Black Pride came and went this year—but for many in the community, it passed without the one thing we’ve always deserved: a space of our own.