Entertainment
Preachers of LA: More than a Showcase of Prosperity
The prosperity gospel is small cookies compared to what the show may really be uncovering in the lives of these six pastors.
When Angst Goes Viral
Louie CK’s latest viral video is a retelling of Ecclesiastes – more proof that honesty never goes out of style.
Tonya Lee on “The Watsons Go to Birmingham”
The award-winning producer, director, and social activist talks about “The Watsons” and the significance of telling our stories.
Lee Daniels “The Butler”: A Study in Contrasts
A review of how the film plays with duality and encourages viewers to ask questions of the roles they play in affecting change.
Church Fires Pastor for Attending a Rick Ross Concert: The Questions
Imagine this… A pastor attends the concert of a popular rap artist thinking it’s all good until he arrives at church the next day to find his parking sign removed, his name taken off his office door, and someone else officiating worship. He was fired with no warning...
The Preachers of L.A.: Cashing Out
The influx of reality TV spans every genre possible: single folks trying to find their soul mate; pageant kids turned Honey Boo Boo; people vying for the title of the most talented dancer, singer, or chef in the country and taking the prize after a million texts and...
Fruitvale Station: A Tragic Tale of Commuting While Black
While the nation is immersed in coverage of the George Zimmerman trial, it seems fitting that a film would premiere this weekend in limited markets (New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco) that features another racially charged, outrage-inducing incident that...
Exhale: Magic Johnson’s Aspire Network Launches New Talk Show Series
Just a few years ago Rene Syler was at a crossroads in her life. She had lost her lucrative position as an anchor for CBS’ “The Early Show,” which is now defunct. She had a preventive mastectomy as the daughter of two breast cancer survivors. And she lost her hair...
A Bowl Full of Hate
The folks at Cheerios decided to feature a interracial relationship in a recent commercial. Who knew one commercial could cause such a firestorm?
“Fix Me” Is The New Black
The black community is spending a lot of its time watching “fixers” on television. Has that triggered an inner longing we all have?
A Wake Up Call for Gospel Artists
The excessive commercialization of Gospel Music has threatened a genre that has significantly impacted the African American community for decades. The solution?
Geno’s Awkward Moment
Geno Smith, former West Virginia quarterback, waited longer than expected last week to hear his name called at the NFL draft. Are black NFL quarterbacks still working to avoid stereotypes?
Can Iyanla Vanzant Fix Your Life?
Iyanla Vanzant’s popular new show is igniting commentary across social media outlets, but can the self-help guru actually fix your life?
Shai Linne’s “Fal$e” Positives
The Christian rapper caused a stir by naming names in his quest to combat heresy. Here’s why that could backfire.
42: A Review
The movie 42 offers a compelling but conventional view of Jackie Robinson’s story.
Scandal: What to Do With Our Power
ABC’s hit TV series Scandal raises the question: how will we manage the opportunities and influence that God has given us?
When The House Folds
The newest political drama from Netflix highlights an ecumenical hazard: building on the wrong foundation.
Django: Black Jesus Unchained
OPINION: Since its cinematic release, Django has been the subject of continual controversy. But its most subversive role – overturning the white savior narrative – has been overlooked.