Tag Archives: Nikki Giovanni

Open Thread | Remembering Brilliant Poet Nikki Giovanni , Who Passed Away At the Age of 81

Posted on December 10, 2024 by rikyrah

We remember the brilliant and superb Nikki Giovanni, who passed away this week at the age of 81. Your Fave BM, MS. (@TheBigMommaMia) posted at 9:10 PM on Mon, Dec 09, 2024: “I really don’t think life is about the … Continue reading →

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Monday Open Thread | The Black Woman

Posted on March 11, 2019 by rikyrah

Hello Everyone. This week’s threads will feature vintage videos and articles about Black Americans.

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Thursday Open Thread

Posted on January 31, 2019 by rikyrah

Hope all you mid-westerners are keeping warm and safe from the artic blast. Did some video searching yesterday, while home from work. Dig in if you dare! And I’ll leave you with this classic interview.

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Friday Open Thread | Black Poets Week: Nikki Giovanni

Posted on March 14, 2014 by rikyrah

Today we will discuss Nikki Giovanni. Nikki Giovanni On June 7, 1943, Yolanda Cornelia “Nikki” Giovanni was born in Knoxville, Tennessee and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio. In 1960, she entered Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee, where she worked with the … Continue reading →

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Serendipity SOUL | Friday Open Thread

Posted on April 22, 2011 by rikyrah

We hope you’re enjoying the poetry and jazz this week.  Happy Friday, Everyone! Wikipedia: Yolande Cornelia “Nikki” Giovanni (born June 7, 1943) is an American poet, writer, commentator, activist, and educator. Her primary focus is on the individual and the power … Continue reading →

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