Get The Scoop On The Therapist Helping Black Families Overcome Financial Trauma

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Meet the Financial Therapist Helping Black Families Overcome Financial Trauma

In a striking convergence of life and work, award-winning financial therapist and Forbes columnist Rahkim Sabree announces the release of his new book, Overcoming Financial Trauma: How to Break Free from Guilt, Build Wealth, and Redefine Success (Wiley, 2025), while simultaneously recovering from the total loss of his Connecticut home in an October fire.

The tragedy — which destroyed most of Sabree’s possessions — has placed him in the very financial and emotional terrain he has dedicated his career to helping others navigate. The incident underscores the urgency of his work, particularly for Black Americans disproportionately affected by disasters, predatory insurance practices, wealth-draining crises, institutional abuse, and economic instability.

Book About Negro League Baseball Founder

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Author Releases New Book “Game Changer” About the Founder of Negro League Baseball

 Author Michael E. is proud to announce that his long-awaited book, Game Changer: Andrew Rube Foster, is now available and ready for purchase. A good read, a best seller, and an inspirational, nostalgic, entertaining, and intriguing exploration of a true American sports legend, this book is a must-have for baseball fans, historians, educators, and anyone who values perseverance and vision.

This powerful work chronicles the life and legacy of Andrew “Rube” Foster, the visionary founder of Negro League Baseball, a pioneer whose leadership, innovation, and courage shaped the game, inspired generations, and redefined excellence in both sports and entrepreneurship.

HBCU Grad Turned Nurse Empowering Frontline Healthcare Professionals to Thrive in Leadership

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Meet the HBCU Grad Turned Nurse Empowering Frontline Healthcare Professionals to Thrive in Leadership

Kristen Pennamon, a proud Florida A&M University graduate, nurse, entrepreneur, and visionary, is leading a movement to help nurses, physical therapists, and varied healthcare professionals thrive beyond burnout.

Through her company, Violet Vision Education & Consulting, she provides accredited leadership courses, wellness experiences, and mentorship that empower frontline healthcare professionals to strengthen their health, expand their wealth, and lead with confidence and emotional intelligence.

“Healthcare professionals are taught to serve others, but not how to sustain themselves,” said Kristen. “At Violet Vision, we change that. We teach our nurses and physical therapists how to raise their job satisfaction, earning potential, protect their mental health, and build the kind of professional and personal success that lasts.”

11-Year-Old’s Black-Owned Doll Brand Makes Amazon’s Toy Book Award

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11-Year-Old CEO’s Black-Owned Doll Brand Makes Amazon’s Toy Book for 5th Year in a Row

Orijin Bees, the award-winning brand co-founded by 11-year-old Esi Orijin, continues its streak of inclusion and representation with a feature in Amazon’s Toy Book for the Fifth Year in a row, celebrating its inclusion-focused dolls and plush collections. Notably, two of the brand’s collections — Baby Bee Doll Collection and Cuddle Bees — have earned honors as part of Oprah’s Favorite Things, applauded for their authentic skin tones and curls.

Everyone can shop the full range of Orijin Bees dolls and plush toys directly from the brand’s online store, OrijinBees.com, which remains a hub for their latest collections, inclusive options, and meaningful gifting programs. Orijin Bees’ ongoing recognition from major retailers and media affirms its dedication to our community to diversify the toy aisle and empower children everywhere.

Get The Scoop On Monty Ross The Forty Acres & A Mule Co-Founder and His New Documentary

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Forty Acres & A Mule Co-Founder Monty Ross is Back on the Film Scene With a New Documentary: “Let Me Put This BUG In Your Ear”

Over the years, people have wondered whatever happened to Monty Ross, who co-founded 40 Acres & A Mule with Spike Lee? According to Ross, he’s been honing his craft with a focus on “telling the stories behind our stories” with a film language that uses storytelling via biopics, features, and documentaries.

Ross is currently a Filmmaker-in-Residence at Prince George’s County Community Development Corporation (PGCCDC), working alongside his roommate from Clark Atlanta University, Tolson Banner, founder and executive director of PGCCDC. Together, they have chronicled the life of DC legend John ‘Peterbug’ Matthews in a 47-minute documentary: Let Me Put This BUG In Your Ear: The John ‘Peterbug’ Matthews Story. The film trailer was showcased at Prince George’s County Arts and Humanities Council’s Film Festival at HBCU Bowie State University.

The documentary is now available for viewing on VIMEO for free:
https://vimeo.com/1121020185 https://vimeo.com/user2882225/review/1124920070/8ed37e45bb

Black Woman's Drone Academy Gives $1K Scholarship

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First Black Woman to Launch a Drone Academy in Texas Gives $1K Scholarship to Future Pilots

Nationwide -- Steffanie Rivers, founder of TCB Drones Academy, made history as the first Black woman to register a drone academy in the state of Texas. Now, she’s paying it forward — offering a $1,000 Drone Pilot Scholarship to help more minorities and women enter one of the fastest-growing industries in America: drone technology.

Rivers, an FAA-certified drone instructor, is using her platform to create pathways for those who might not otherwise see themselves in aviation, STEM, or tech fields. Her vision is simple — to take flight and bring others along.

“We’re not just teaching people to fly drones — we’re helping them take control of their financial future,” says Rivers. “Representation matters, and this scholarship helps open the skies for everyone.”

Black Entrepreneur Owns Luxury 4-Star Hotel in Ghana

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Meet the Black American Entrepreneur Who Owns a Luxury 4-Star Hotel in Ghana Near the "Door of No Return"

Mona Boyd, an African American woman who has called Ghana home for more than 30 years, is the owner of AnoMansa Beach Resort, located just 6 minutes from the historic Elmina Castle and 30 minutes from the Cape Coast Castle, also known as the “Doors of No Return” — a haunting symbol of Africa’s painful past — stands a new beacon of hope, luxury, and renewal.

Her luxury resort, a four-star quality boutique sanctuary overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, welcomes travelers seeking more than an escape. Here, the spirit of reconnection meets refined hospitality, creating an experience that nourishes both body and soul.

“When I stood on this land after the resort’s completion, I was quite emotional,” Boyd reflects. “Knowing that some of my ancestors may have passed through the ‘Door of No Return’ just six miles away, I felt that my family’s journey had come full circle.”

Boyd — a respected entrepreneur who is also the owner of Landtours Ghana, Avis Rent a Car, and Budget Rent a Car — envisioned AnoMansa as more than a resort. It is a place of renewal, inspiration, and cultural celebration.

Get The Scoop On Attorney Zulu Ali Being Recognized by Leading Legal Publication Lawyer Herald

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Attorney Zulu Ali Recognized by Leading Legal Publication for Carrying the Spirit of Iconic Black Legal Pioneers

Attorney Zulu Ali has been recognized by The Lawyer Herald as carrying the spirit of Iconic Black Legal Pioneers like Thurgood Marshall and Johnnie Cochran. The Lawyer Herald is a premier legal publication dedicated to delivering in-depth analysis, thought leadership, and commentary on emerging issues in law, justice, and policy.

As the founder and principal of the largest Black-owned law firm in California’s Inland Empire, attorney Zulu Ali is a true leader in social justice. Alongside his daughter, attorney Whitney Ali, he has built the Law Offices of Zulu Ali & Associates, LLP into one of the top law firms in the country, representing all seeking justice.

At a young age, Ali was inspired by his grandfather, a janitor who cleaned law offices. His grandfather and grandmother inspired him with the legacy of great African American attorneys like Avon Williams, Z. Alexander Looby, Thurgood Marshall, and Johnnie Cochran. They saw these figures as symbols of hope and pride, and Ali felt the same.

Get The Scoop on the Brilliant HBCU Grad Shaneisha Dodson Creating Dolls to Build Confidence in Black Girls

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HBCU Grad With 2 Degrees in Psychology Creates Dolls to Build Confidence in Black Girls

Shaneisha Dodson, an African American entrepreneur from Los Angeles, California, and an HBCU graduate with two degrees in Psychology, is also the founder of The Brilliant Girl Doll Company, which has a line of dolls that are designed to empower and build confidence in girls of color. She has already sold thousands of dolls, and each doll comes with a fun theme or story.

For example, her “Sugamama” doll is a beautiful superhero who isn’t afraid to fight a scary monster, but her weakness is cookies. This 18-inch doll comes with a superhero dress and an apron. Her “Hey Sis” doll has been met with enthusiasm from doll lovers because of the pink overalls and pink bow. This is a 12-inch cutie that represents friendship and sisterhood among young girls of color.

All of her dolls are associated with royalty, creativity, and ambition to encourage young girls to dream big.

Updated Book Asks Black Families, “What Could You Do With A Million Dollars?”

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Newly Revised Book Asks Black Families, “What Could You Do With A Million Dollars?”

 Get Rich While Black... without Being an Athlete, Entertainer or Drug Dealer (Revised Edition) by Chuck Starks, a newly revised book, is a must-read for anyone who aspires to live an abundant life with more than enough money to spend, live well, give, and leave a robust inheritance to heirs.

According to Starks, Black Americans have literally built this country, yet have not been able, because of discrimination, to reap the benefits of their labor without taking major risks that jeopardize not only their health but also their life, family, and legacy.

First Known Black Female Two-Time Brain Aneurysm Survivor Completes Sprint Triathlon

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First Known Black Female Two-Time
Brain Aneurysm Survivor
michelle houston
Completes Sprint Triathlon

In an extraordinary triumph of faith, perseverance, and strength, Michelle Houston has become the first known Black female two-time brain aneurysm survivor to successfully complete a sprint triathlon, finishing with a hard-earned Finisher medal after swimming 300 meters, cycling 9 miles, and running a 5K.

Houston’s achievement is a medical and personal milestone. Her first brain aneurysm ruptured, an event that is fatal in 50% of cases. Of those who survive, 70% live with lasting neurological deficits — but Houston defied the odds. Remarkably, she was able to return to work as an official court reporter just six months later, with no lasting impairments.

“Every stroke, every mile, every step reminded me that I’m still here for a reason,” said Houston. “Surviving not one, but two aneurysms, taught me that resilience isn’t about what happens to you — it’s about how you rise afterward.”

This inspiring milestone comes on the heels of Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month (September) and the release of Houston’s documentary, Ruptured but Resilient: Overcoming a Brain Aneurysm, now available on YouTube. The documentary shares her emotional journey of survival, recovery, and purpose, while shedding light on a condition that disproportionately affects Black women yet remains under-discussed in the community.