Tag Archives: bell hooks

Seven Resources for Achieving the Dangerous Life You Were Born to Live

Admit it… You are not living the life you dreamt of as a child. When you were young, you sought joy, play, self expression and love. Dreams and free thinking has been replaced with credit card payments, barely tolerable day jobs and a life so awful you spend hours fantasizing about the weekend or a… Read More »

Why Viola Davis is the Ultimate Joy Revolutionist (Review of Finding Me)

“C#cks*ck*r mother f*cker” was my favorite expression and at eight years old, I used it defiantly.” This is the opening line to a wonderful newly released autobiography. Welcome to the universe that is Viola Davis. This exceptional autobiography provides insight into the actress of the 21st century. Whether dealing with bullies, self doubt or a… Read More »

Anthony on the Genesis Science Fiction Radio Series (audio)

Have a listen to a recent  conversation  on the GENESIS SCIENCE FICTION RADIO SERIES  between Anthony Carter and the award winning writer William Hiyashi. They cover the writing process, evolving identities, the Twilight Zone and bell hooks. Our goal with this chat is to examine the human condition and how we’re all responsible for uplifting… Read More »

Nothing Beats a Chip Girl: Why Queens Misuse their Funds and What To Do About It (Part 2)

One of the ways we misuse our coins is by buying shit that we don’t need from people who don’t give a shit about us. I’ve always found it fascinating that we(any oppressed group) spend such an inordinate amount of time attempting to impress the oppressors. We used to call it performing in an effort… Read More »

Men Refusing Domination

Everyday all around me and in multiple formats, the world reminds me that I’m flawed and not a “real man”. Men who Resist Domination are often seen as weak, pussies, someone to trifle with. We are often seen as less of a threat to the world. For not upholding toxic and typical masculinity, we pay… Read More »

She Real Cool : My Long Overdue Love Letter to bell hooks

Twenty five years ago this Fall, I had a spiritual breakthrough/mental breakdown. Twenty five years ago, I left another disastrous and doomed from the start relationship. My second one in less than a year. What made this one different is that two wonderful women entered and changed my life (Vievee Francis who had been a… Read More »

The #1 Reason Men Struggle with Relationships (And What to Do About It)

Men lie. We live in a culture that encourages lies and shame. Men are rarely supported in speaking their truth. We are supported in giving up what makes us vulnerable, real and ultimately human. Male gender assignments start early thereby limiting and infringing on our ability to become better men and human beings. Primarily, we… Read More »