Rising Star Keana Marie Talks Diversity & Mental Health in Hollywood
We’re barely a minute into our Zoom meeting and Keana Marie already has me swept up talking about Rotten Tomatoes – Dash and Lily has hit 100% and the Miami native is “very, very grateful.” Marie plays the definitely-cooler-than-you, Sofia in Netflix’s hit series set in New York at Christmas time, when the city flexes […]
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Subvrt Speed Dating: Saturn Rising & That Kid
For our first episode of Subvrt Speed Dating, we invited LA-based performance artist and musical icon Saturn Rising and Denver-based virtual bubblegum popstar That Kid to meet for the first time in an online trivia date to find out some fun facts about each other. The conversation started off in the cutest way possible, with […]
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White Guilt and The Perceived Revival of Black Beauty Brands
In light of the recent atrocities facing the Black community, including but not limited to the murder of Breonna Taylor, George Floyd and most recently Marcellus Stinnett, and also the closing of over 41% of Black-owned businesses, there has been a recent surge in support for Black-owned businesses, especially Black-owned beauty businesses. The popular retail […]
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How to Honor Native American Communities at Thanksgiving
Growing up in the United States you were probably taught about the beautiful first harvest in Plymouth, Massachusetts that we now call Thanksgiving. You may have learned in school that Squanto, a rare Native American who spoke English taught settlers to hunt and grow crops such as corn and squash. And, as a result, the […]
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5 TV & Film Characters Who Are Most Likely Demisexual
Demisexuality is a real sexual orientation that is often overlooked in discussions about queer sexuality but it is, nonetheless, real. Many identify with it and it even has its own flag! So, What is Demisexuality? Demisexuality is when sexual attraction is only felt for another person once a deep emotional bond is formed. The most […]
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What is Ayurveda? Breaking Down the Sacred Life
The topic of ‘Ayurveda’ has always left me with a myriad of questions. I used to hear ‘Pitta’ and ‘Kapha’ tossed around casually at gatherings with friends or a community yoga class with no real tangible explanation attached. Like horoscopes, it seemed definitive but also residing on a spectrum based on personal interpretations of each […]
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Nolaskinsentials: The Black-Owned, Eco-friendly Vegan Skincare You Need
Acne makes us take all kinds of risks. Testing different skincare products made with hard-to-pronounce ingredients. Using fashion as a not-so-subtle cover-up. Cancelling Bumble dates without reasonable explanations and hoping they give you a second chance. It’s instinct. An instinct Jane Ormon also had when she took a huge leap by stepping out on her […]
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Momotaro Apotheca is Redefining the Sexual Health Care Game
Momotaro Apotheca is changing the way we talk about sex. Founder Lindsay Wynn created a pH balanced vaginal care brand that is redefining sexual health care and sex education to remove stigma and challenge the patriarchy. Momotaro was birthed from personal experiences and aims to safely support the vagina’s natural ability to relieve symptoms associated […]
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What is Vegan Alcohol and Should I Be Drinking It?
You’ve seen the drink responsibly tagline, but is it time to drink socially responsibly? Many bars and restaurants may be closed around the country, but that hasn’t stopped us from wanting our glass (or two) of wine. In fact, alcohol sales are soaring amidst the global pandemic. As we continue to enjoy our favorite cocktails […]
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Queer Berlin Creatives Oomami and Phoebe Ball in Conversation
OOMAMI, the taste you just can’t get enough of! Introducing drag persona Oomami in her debut wearing Berlin-based sustainable upcycling brand Melisa Minca, teamed with vintage & second-hand pieces. Oomami aka Marco is a queer Berlin-based model – new to the scene and has slowly been making himself more seen throughout Berlin as SatansFavToy. Oomami […]
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