(ThyBlackMan.com) “Athletes are artists whose artistry dies with their youth. For fighters, it tends to be worse, as the youth is literally beaten out of them. But George Foreman — erstwhile bully, seller of grill gadgets and mufflers — did the greatest thing any athlete can do. He beat time.” — Mark ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) When I think about timeless voices in R&B—those smooth, soul-stirring vocals that never age—Peabo Bryson is always at the top of the list. His music doesn’t just play in the background; it lives in the hearts of anyone who’s ever been in love, lost it, or longed to feel ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) When I think of voices that shaped the soundtrack of love, faith, and real emotion in my life, Regina Belle’s name is right up there with the greats. She doesn’t just sing—she testifies. Whether it’s a romantic ballad that tugs at your heartstrings or a gospel anthem that lifts ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Incompetence is bad enough on its own; however, when married to arrogance, the pair seems predestined to give birth to unmitigated disaster. That is precisely what happened when National Security Adviser Mike Waltz haphazardly included the editor of “The Atlantic” magazine, Jeffrey Goldberg, in a sensitive discussion of military ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) At one time, there were such wonderful things about which I could write. It was always a pleasure to share good news. Unfortunately, since this current group of MAGA people have come into office, we are on a roller coaster down! We never know what the news will be—but we ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) When we think of Maya Angelou, it’s often the iconic pieces that come to mind—“Still I Rise,” “Phenomenal Woman,” or “Caged Bird.” These powerful works have become poetic anthems, etched into our cultural consciousness. But the beauty of Angelou’s voice doesn’t end with the famous lines. In fact, some ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Key Takeaways Understanding how investments can support charitable causes can inspire more strategic giving. Aligning financial goals with philanthropic intentions is a growing trend that benefits investors and society. Table of Contents Introduction to Investment for Social Good The Increasing Trend of Impact Investing How Strategic Investments Benefit Charities ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) There’s just something about Jeffrey Osborne’s voice that sticks with you long after the song ends. Maybe it’s the warmth, maybe it’s the sincerity—or maybe it’s how effortlessly he makes you feel like the lyrics were written just for you. Whether you first heard him belting out ballads with ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Let me be real with you—Anita Baker’s voice has always felt like home to me. There’s just something about the way she sings that instantly calms your spirit, like she’s been through everything you’re feeling and found the right words when you couldn’t. We all know her classics—those legendary ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) When I first discovered Edwin Hawkins, I didn’t just hear gospel music — I felt it. His songs didn’t just stay in the church pews; they followed you home, filled your living room, and somehow made everything feel a little more hopeful. Hawkins was more than just a gospel ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) It’s not what DOGE is doing; it’s how DOGE is doing it. That’s been the Beltway take on the dream child of Elon Musk and President Donald Trump, the Department of Government Efficiency. Or, “the so-called Department of Government Efficiency,” as The New York Times put it. That’s probably why ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) You are either against President Trump or you are for him. In the same vein, you are either for authoritarians running the federal government, or you are against it. You cannot be both. Unfortunately, most institutions are proving to be weak in the face of authoritarianism. The Republican Party with ...