January 22 On January 22, 1964, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his leadership in the American civil rights movement and his unwavering commitment to nonviolent social change. Already a defining voice for justice and equality, King’s work had reshaped the American landscape, challenging systemic racism and inspiring countless individuals to stand for freedom […]
On This Day in Black History: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize
Harlem & Brooklyn Entrepreneurs
The Morning Show – Culture Desk Good morning. There’s something about New York in the early hours — when the city hasn’t quite decided who it’s going to be yet. Coffee is poured with intention. Storefronts lift their gates like curtains. And if you’re paying attention, you’ll notice something quietly powerful unfolding. Entrepreneurship in Harlem and Brooklyn doesn’t shout. It […]
Daily Devotion – January 23, 2026
Moving Through Fear: Faith in Motion Scripture References: 2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind.” Isaiah 41:10 – “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.” Joshua 1:9 – “Be strong and courageous… for the […]
Meet Emmett Causey
Meet Emmett Causey, a driving force in Harlem’s business community. With the 2026 World Cup coming to New Jersey, Emmett calls this the new Harlem Renaissance, highlighting the opportunities it brings for local businesses, entrepreneurs, and cultural institutions. “We’re looking forward to 2026,” Emmett says. “This is a chance for Harlem to shine and showcase its talent and culture to […]
Daily Devotion – January 22, 2026
His Healing Power: Believe to Receive Scripture References: 1. Mark 11:24 – “Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.” 2. James 5:15 – “And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up.” 3. Psalm 103:2-3 – “Praise […]
Your Creative Classroom, Anytime
Harlem has always been a city of creativity. You feel it in the rhythm of footsteps down 125th Street, in the laughter spilling from a music studio, in the quiet of a page being turned. Now, that energy can follow you everywhere. Morning, afternoon, evening — your stage is wherever you are. Opera lessons, voice coaching, and creative workshops are […]
Your Next Coffee Table Companion
Your Next Coffee Table Companion Harlem has always been a city of stories. You don’t need to read a history book to feel it — it’s in the laughter, the arguments, the quiet moments between the lines of life. Single in the City is one of those stories. Pages filled with humor, heart, and Harlem life — the small victories, […]
Your Creative Classroom, Anytime
Harlem has always been a city of creativity. You don’t need to read the history books to feel it. You hear it in the hum of voices in rehearsal rooms, in the tap of piano keys in small studios, in the way a note lingers long after it’s been sung. Now, that pulse of Harlem can come to you. Anytime. […]
Morning Devotional – January 21, 2026
Devotion: Good morning, family. This is Jarvus Ricardo Hester, coming to you from the Harlem Boys Choir, where we don’t just sing notes… we lift spirits. Today, let’s focus on God’s healing power. Healing begins with belief — faith in action. Every miracle in Scripture required both. Consider these stories: • Blind Bartimaeus: “Jesus stopped and said, ‘Call him.’ So […]
Dear Mom, I’m Gay
Saying “I’m gay” to your mom is never simple. It’s a moment full of hope, fear, and everything in between. On today’s episode of Dear Mom, I’m Gay, one young man shares the first time he told his mother — how he rehearsed the words in the mirror, felt his heart racing, and wondered if her love would shift. The […]