The gaming and eSports industry is transforming. Global gaming revenue is estimated to be about $553B in 2027, and Afrocentric gaming communities are emerging as key players in reshaping the landscape. These communities celebrate African and Afro-diasporic cultures, champion diverse... Read More
In the revolving door of fashion’s cyclical machine, trends are often reincarnated, drawing inspiration from past moments while infusing them with more contemporary nuances. One such resurfaced trend currently catching fire in pop culture and in elite fashion circles is... Read More
Telenovelas, with their dramatic storylines, compelling characters, and emotional depth, hold unique sway over Hispanic American audiences. For the uninitiated, a telenovela is a specific type of serial drama or soap opera primarily produced in Latin America. Even Erik Estrada,... Read More
With all of the initial recent marketing focus on Millennials, and now Gen Z and Gen Alpha, it’s easy to overlook Generation X. The novel, written by Douglas Coupland gave this demographic (born between 1965 and 1980) its name, and became... Read More
In the fashion world, sneaker collaborations have become the silver bullet for brands and even heritage luxury fashion houses seeking to reach young consumers and burnish their ‘Cool Kid’ reputations. High-end labels such as Prada and Gucci have long since gotten into the sneaker... Read More
A mundane object seems to burst into the media and consumer awareness unexpectedly. People line out the doors of department stores to buy it. A new edition instantly sells out when released. The product’s hashtag amasses over 6.8 billion views... Read More
American music is a rich tapestry of influences and inspirations, and the connections between genres are a testament to the nation's diverse and ever-changing cultural heritage. Among the most intriguing intersections is the relationship R&B and the contribution of Black... Read More
If you have been on TikTok, you have undoubtedly seen them– the insanely popular videos of beauty influencers singing the praises of all sorts of skincare and beauty products, from drugstore brands to exclusive, upmarket items. Usually, the women in... Read More
Some things seem both endless and cyclical: Midwest winters, The Walking Dead, and Madonna’s thirst for attention. They pause briefly, and then we grudgingly accept they’ll be back for no good reason. This reality could be applied to American elections.... Read More
Have you ever heard of Madam C.J. Walker? You should know her: Walker is considered history’s first African-American female entrepreneur and the first female self-made millionaire in America. And we’re not talking about extraordinary success in a post-Jim Crow or... Read More
As the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution becomes a more ubiquitous part of all our lives, it’s becoming apparent that the revolution has affected some groups of people more than others. Tech mogul Elon Musk has claimed that AI will eventually... Read More
There is fame. Then there is generational fame. The latter includes prominence and fortune, but the recipient defines an era while simultaneously impacting culture in lasting ways. The individual becomes a notable historical figure, not just another fond youthful memory... Read More
