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W.D. Herstun Herstun Exclusive Series, Meet the Curator, Student of the Universe

Meet the Curator – Father’s Day Edition: On Privilege and Family Ties

Father’s Day 2019 is upon us. I originally wrote this about my entire family. I wanted to re-release it for Father’s Day because it tells so much of the story of me and my dad. In case you did not know, the Herstun Writer has officially moved (back) to Atlanta. It is mind blowing how … Continue reading Meet the Curator – Father’s Day Edition: On Privilege and Family Ties

flowthedj Feature, Music & Verse, Rap Poetry

What Ever Happened to R&B? By Flo the DJ feat 50 Cent’s Instagram

What ever happened to R&B? Ginuwine would set the mood for you & me. What ever happened to the Misses & the Mister? Now I Gotta Listen To Them Degrade Ya' Sista. Back in the daze music used to mean something. Nowadays they ain’t really saying nothing, but Got your hands on some change... Now … Continue reading What Ever Happened to R&B? By Flo the DJ feat 50 Cent’s Instagram

johnjayknew Current Events, Feature, Political Powershower

2020 Vision Series: Seeing Clearly by Knew

2020 Vision Series -- A political analysis of the realities facing the voters ahead of the 2020 Presidential election in America. The bottom of this article features some steps that will help guide you towards choosing a candidate that represents your interests. This is the beginning of a series that will seek to inform others … Continue reading 2020 Vision Series: Seeing Clearly by Knew

Aamir Ali Feature, Herstun Exclusive Series

Verse 5 – The Not So New Me – Becoming Aamir Ali

Returning with another installment in the life of the American soldier and trans man, Aamir Ali. Scroll all the way to the bottom to catch up on his poetic series about becoming someone he loves. This particular story is about the days surrounding an important event for him - Chest surgery. My Surgeon was Dr. … Continue reading Verse 5 – The Not So New Me – Becoming Aamir Ali

flowthedj Feature, Feel Fierce, Herstun Exclusive Series, Music & Verse, Visual Poetry

Unconditional Love By Flow the DJ Feat Mind.of.El

View this post on Instagram A post shared by FLOW (@flowthedj) on Feb 14, 2019 at 4:53am PST Unconditional Love, is it too good to be true? I just want somebody to kick a melody to. You feeling my rhythm? I'm feeling your vibe. Through My Third Eye Tell the DJ play that song requested. … Continue reading Unconditional Love By Flow the DJ Feat Mind.of.El

Nick Andre Feature, Professionals in Motion for Sport

LaMelo Ball. Journey to the NBA. By Nick Andre Feat SLAM Magazine

LaMelo Ball is the son of LaVar Ball, founder of Big Baller Brand and younger brother of Los Angeles Lakers point guard, Lonzo Ball. 17 years old. 6'5". 165 lbs. https://youtu.be/nH5hzWyaKkk LaMelo was going into his junior year of high school when his dad Lavar decided to pull his son due to differences between himself … Continue reading LaMelo Ball. Journey to the NBA. By Nick Andre Feat SLAM Magazine