This short, done by The Atlantic, reveals racism that cost many Black farmers their land through the years

Until I watched thus report, I had no idea how many black farmers there were in this country. Literally, generations of land owners and all with the same issues…haters! Over the course of the 20th century, black Americans have lost approximately 12 million acres of land. This mass land dispossession—a war waged by deed ofContinue reading “This short, done by The Atlantic, reveals racism that cost many Black farmers their land through the years”

EXP TV Streams The Strange and it’s Glorious

I don’t know if it makes me strange that I’ve already seen a lot of the clips that they show on this channel, but I’m thrilled that I’m not the only one who digs this stuff!! I’m a huge fan of strange public access tv, vintage commercials, vintage music videos from obscure artists, art houseContinue reading “EXP TV Streams The Strange and it’s Glorious”

Trailer for The Stand: How One Gesture Shook The World arrives

Human competitions have never been strangers to the political arena. As much as people would like to disagree, sports has always been a platform for people of color to not only show our amazing athleticism, but to fight for injustices all around the world. In 1968, Olympics runners Tommie Smith and John Carlos, made history,Continue reading “Trailer for The Stand: How One Gesture Shook The World arrives”

Some highlights from the Phoenix Comic Con 2013

The annual pop culture event of the southwest, The Phoenix Comic Con, just wrapped up over memorial day weekend and man was it filled with a shit ton of craziness. Let’s begin with my day one. The showroom floor was set up slightly different than last year, but the exhibitors were in the same hall.Continue reading “Some highlights from the Phoenix Comic Con 2013”

Don’t be a jerk…be a Brony. PBS “Off Book” explores the multi-faceted and influential world of fandom

“Who doesn’t want to imagine a world with magic and happiness and awesome flying ponies?”  This was quoted by a fan of the My Little Pony franchise in the following web episode of PBS “Off Book“, and I can’t say I disagree with her.  Whether you are into cartoon ponies, Transformer erotica, or cosplaying your favoriteContinue reading “Don’t be a jerk…be a Brony. PBS “Off Book” explores the multi-faceted and influential world of fandom”

Second Friday Mesa Artwalk makes for an exciting night out

For any Valley residents who have never taken a walk down Main Street in Mesa, it can be a charming experience when done properly. The Second Friday Mesa Artwalk event can show you how. On the second Friday of every month, local artists and craftsmen set up booths along the street to showcase and sellContinue reading “Second Friday Mesa Artwalk makes for an exciting night out”

Movember is changing the face of men’s health

I feel as though one of the most important events for men has been clearly missed by the public this year. Yes, I’m talking about Movemeber. As a hallmark for men (and some women!), it is important to show your upper lip sweaters or face masks with pride. While many don’t know the history behind Movember,Continue reading “Movember is changing the face of men’s health”

Name That Soundtrack: Science Fiction up’s the ante

It was about a month ago we challenged you, our readers, to guess the name, composer and titles of ten science fiction film/tv soundtracks. The response was less than desirable and most of us at MITNG had begun questioning our approach. We began blaming ourselves and saying maybe if we had toasted the bread betterContinue reading “Name That Soundtrack: Science Fiction up’s the ante”

Death Grips-I’ve Seen Footage

Funny…I had the lead singer of Death Grips, Stefan Burnett, pegged as a psycho maniac whose lawlessness would be the “death” of Death Grips…like how I did that? I guess you can’t judge a book by it’s cover. They continue to tour, they continue to write and they continue to release good videos, there’s notContinue reading “Death Grips-I’ve Seen Footage”

Full trailer for Steven Spielberg’s Lincoln starring Daniel Day Lewis arrives

God I’ve been waiting for this trailer for too long and now it’s here, the trailer for Lincoln directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Daniel Day Lewis, Sally Field,  Tommy Lee Jones. The trailer contains the usual whistles and bells common to American period pieces like this, so don’t expect too much, but what I’m hopingContinue reading “Full trailer for Steven Spielberg’s Lincoln starring Daniel Day Lewis arrives”