Monthly Archives: June 2014

Sunday Open Thread

Posted on June 8, 2014 by rikyrah

Good Morning. Hope you are enjoying this weekend with family and friends.

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Videos | The Homegoing of Dr. Maya Angelou

Posted on June 7, 2014 by rikyrah

Today is the Homegoing for Dr. Maya Angelou. To a life well lived. To what she gave the WORLD. Thank you, Dr. Angelou. Though I never met Dr. Angelou, she spoke to me through her words. She spoke to me … Continue reading →

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Saturday Open Thread: Black Comedians Week – Paul Mooney, Eddie Murphy, Chris Rock

Posted on June 7, 2014 by rikyrah

We end Black Comedians week with one trailblazer and two inheritors of his style: Paul Mooney, Eddie Murphy, Chris Rock. When I think of Paul Mooney, I think of fearless. He has never tried to sugarcoat his comedy, and though … Continue reading →

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Video | Dr. Susan Rice Scolds Media for Trying Bergdahl in “Court of Public Opinion”

Posted on June 6, 2014 by rikyrah
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Friday Open Thread: Black Comedians Week – Richard Pryor

Posted on June 6, 2014 by rikyrah

Today’s Comedian is the Legendary Richard Pryor.   Richard Pryor Biography Actor, Comedian, Screenwriter (1940–2005) Richard Pryor was a groundbreaking African-American comedian and one of the top entertainers of the 1970s and ’80s. Synopsis Richard Pryor was born on December … Continue reading →

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Thursday Open Thread: Black Comedians Week – Bill Cosby

Posted on June 5, 2014 by rikyrah

Today’s comedian is Dr. Bill Cosby.   William Henry “Bill” Cosby Jr. (born July 12, 1937) is an American comedian, actor, author, television producer, educator, musician and activist. A veteran stand-up performer, he got his start at the hungry i … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Open Thread: Black Comedians – Redd Foxx

Posted on June 4, 2014 by rikyrah

We continue Black Comedians week with Redd Foxx. John Elroy Sanford[1] (December 9, 1922 – October 11, 1991), known professionally as Redd Foxx, was an American comedian and actor, best remembered for his explicit comedy records and his starring role … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Open Thread: Black Comedians – Moms Mabley

Posted on June 3, 2014 by rikyrah

We continue this week of Black Comedians with trailblazer Moms Mabley Jackie “Moms” Mabley (March 19, 1894 – May 23, 1975), born Loretta Mary Aiken, was an American standup comedian. A veteran of the Chitlin’ circuit of African-American vaudeville, she … Continue reading →

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Monday Open Thread: Black Comedians – Amos and Andy

Posted on June 2, 2014 by rikyrah

Good Morning, Everyone. We will take a look this week at Black Comedians. We will begin today with Amos and Andy. To some, they were comedic genius. To others, they were nothing more than a Minstrel Show. What Was It … Continue reading →

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Maya Angelou’s 911 call: Dispatcher ranted about race during the call.

Posted on June 1, 2014 by SouthernGirl2

While Maya Angelou drew her last breath, 911 dispatcher John Ruckh held a conversation about Oprah Winfrey & race during the call.  According to reports, John Ruckh has been suspended with pay.  Why was he suspended? He should have been … Continue reading →

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