Reparations II

It’s been over 400 years and African Americans still have not received reparations for the brutal dehumanization and injustice that was inflicted on our ancestors during the era of slavery.

Russia and China appear to be on a Mission to devalue the U.S. Dollar. As the #1 global currency that holds the most weight, the Dollar has taken our country far and stood the test of time. Allowing us to take on more debt unlike any other country.

What world do we live in when you can be shot at and almost killed for ringing the wrong doorbell? This is what happened to Ralph Yarl, a 16-year-old black teenager that went to the wrong house looking for his little brother.

Not that we’re trying to be overly dramatic here, but you literally can’t go anywhere without the fear that someone is going to open fire….

Former President Donald Trump faced the presiding judge over the criminal arraignment where he pleaded not guilty on 34 indictment charges. Trump showed up to the hearing by an escorted motorcade.

It’s Deja Vu all over again, but this time in a new city and new town. There’s no rhyme or reason why kids should have to fear going to school wondering if they’ll make it home. A school should be a safe space, for learning, growing, and escaping whatever stressors exist at home.

Welcome to episode Six of Season Five where we’re picking back up on the Donald Trump potentially eminent arrest debacle. We’re then continuing the segment with a tragic story of “Rasheem Carter” who lost his life to what appears to be foul play.

What do you do, when the one place you’d expect your monies to be safe actually isn’t? Well, for customers and clients of Silicon Valley Bank, Signature Bank, and Silvergate Capital, their recent failing has brought that age old question back to the light.

It’s sad that we live in a world where people that you call friends, might not be as loyal as they portray themselves to be. Shanquella Robinson, a 25-year-old entrepreneur, life was cut short when she took a trip to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico with 6 friends back in October 2022.

It’s crazy to think about the number of people in managerial and leadership positions that abuse their power. From intimidating those under them, micro-managing to show seniority, and the most childish of all….choosing favorites. It’s as if they forgot the Golden Rule growing up: Treat others as you want to be treated. In the first segment, we’re discussing all things Leadership and what it means to be one.

The creation of the Lauren Paige Collection came into existence about 2 years ago. Through hard work and dedication, 13 amazing scents were created from scratch and have elevated the business to new heights.,,

The month of February is not only great because of our Birthdays 😏, but because it’s the official month of Black History. A history that is so embedded in the very roots of America’s creation that containing it to just one month will never do it justice. That said, it’s never to look to educate yourself on African American History and immerse yourself in the culture. What you can learn is limitless and the creative minds and makers that exist are unstoppable. 

Welcome to our bonus Episode this season on Authentic filters. We couldn’t leave you for several months without closing out the season with some last-minute updates. Today we are going to talk about Elon Musk and the chaos that he is causing within his new organization, Kanye West and the aftermath of what he is facing from his Antisemitic comments about Jewish people; Then we are going to pivot and chat about, Hershel Walker trying to fill the senate seat for the state of Georgia.

Have you ever heard of the saying “When it rains it pours”? Well, Kayne has been in a monsoon because the waters are coming every which way. Talented but controversial, Ye has been in the spotlight for a lot of good, but also a lot of bad. It seems lately, now more than ever, he’s been on a downward spiral to rock bottom.

When politicians put governance and cadence in place and don’t adhere to those rules and regulations, the people suffer the consequences from those actions. Brittney Griner, a WNBA professional basketball player for the Phoenix Mercury is currently being held in a Russia prison due to carrying, medical prescribed hash oil. She has been detained since February 2022.