Unveiling Truth: Empowering Black Identity through Brainwashed

By Rev. Dr. Philippe SHOCK Matthews Challenge negative stereotypes and embrace a positive self-image with Brainwashed: Challenging the Myth of Black Inferiority by Tom Burrell, as it explores the themes of self-esteem, self-actualization, and empowering readers to overcome ingrained beliefs. Brainwashed: Challenging the Myth of Black Inferiority “Brainwashed: Challenging the Myth of Black Inferiority” by […]

Transforming Lives Through Networking: George Fraser’s Power Networking Conference

By Rev. Dr. Philippe SHOCK Matthews The Power of Networking: Discover how George Frasers Power Networking Conference is transforming lives through effective networking strategies, personal testimonies, and valuable insights from a diverse lineup of speakers and VIP guests. Introduction to the Power of Networking and George Fraser’s Conference Networking plays a pivotal role in personal […]

REID Technique and the Central Park Five

By Rev. Dr. Philippe SHOCK Matthews The Reid Technique, a widely used interrogation method developed in the 1940s and 1950s by John E. Reid, has come under scrutiny in recent years due to its potential role in eliciting false confessions. The case of the Central Park Five, now known as the Exonerated Five, has brought […]

Know Your Rights with Criminal Defense Attorney Keith J. Staten

Know Your Rights with Criminal Defense Attorney Keith J. Staten

By Rev. Dr. Philippe SHOCK Matthews In “Know Your Rights,” Keith J. Staten delivers an essential primer designed to empower citizens with knowledge critical for navigating encounters with law enforcement. Through a blend of legal expertise and accessible language, Staten endeavors to demystify the rights afforded by the U.S. Constitution, emphasizing the significance of the […]

Decolonizing the Curriculum: Unveiling Black British History

Dr. Marie Charles talks with Rev. Dr. Philippe SHOCK Matthews

A brief and comprehensive overview of the book What Your School Will Never Teach You: Decolonizing the Curriculum by Dr. Marie Charles, which explores the indigenous Black populations of southern Britain and uncovers the Black British origins of historical figures like Alfred the Great and William the Conqueror.

Origins of the Magical “Exceptional” Negro Concept

Origins of the Magical “Exceptional” Negro Concept

I haven’t yet seen this movie. Still, I remember seeing the trailer in the theater and saying to myself, “Oh shit, here we go again!” In a recent interview with David Allen Grier on the Breakfast Club, he mentioned his latest movie project, The American Society of Magical Negroes Movie 2024. (Power, 2024)

Illuminating the Shadows: Confronting the Legacy of Racial Trauma and the Path to Healing

Big KKK Picnic

In the darkest recesses of American history lies the haunting specter of KKK gatherings, colloquially termed as ‘lynching picnics.’ These grotesque displays of violence served as a fulcrum for white supremacist indoctrination and community bonding over acts of terror. Such events were meticulously designed to entrench the mythos of white superiority within the public consciousness, thereby exacerbating the chasm of racial disparities. The casual nature with which these atrocities were committed – often in broad daylight and with the tacit or overt approval of local authorities – underscores a pernicious legacy of sanctioned brutality against the African American community.

The Mental Toll of White Supremacy: Understanding Racial Trauma in the Black Community

By Rev. Dr. Philippe SHOCK Matthews This article explores how white supremacy and systemic racism create trauma in Black people, leading to mental health disparities and barriers to seeking treatment, as well as coping mechanisms and healing strategies. Overview of Racial Trauma and Systemic Racism Racial trauma, also known as race-based traumatic stress (RBTS), refers […]

Amma Nommo

“Amma nommo” is a phrase from the Dogon people of Mali in West Africa. It is often used in their religious and spiritual beliefs. “Amma” is the supreme creator or god in Dogon cosmology, and “nommo” refers to the ancestral spirits or mythical beings believed to have been created by Amma. The Dogon people have […]