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History is not only written by the victors — it’s often redrawn, repainted, and reimagined in ways that serve power, not truth. Pompey Factor, a Bl...

T-Roy Parks, Maroc Wallace, and Dwayne Coleman The creators of Soulaan had recent media interview with Business Insider and yahoo to talk everything Soulaan. Whether you spell it Soulaan/Soulan Soulaani/Soulani this new ethnonym surged across social media, evolving from a lineage-based ethnonym into a cultural movement centered on Black American identity, economic self-sufficiency,

Attempting to erase Soulaan Black Americans from their history and homeland.

 The vibrant and deeply rooted culture of Black New Orleans took center stage recently as ESSENCE Magazine released a collaborative video project titled Dear New Orleans. Meant to honor the rich traditions and resilience of this iconic American city, the content instead sparked heated discussions online. Critics accused the project of cultural erasure, or ethnocide arguing that it failed to accurately reflect the unique Soulaan roots of New Orleans.

 

In the ongoing conversation about identity and heritage among the African diaspora, a growing concern has emerged around a concept referred to by some as the “$5 African.” This term describes Black Americans, often Native Black Americans (descendants of U.S. chattel slavery and Emancipated Freedmen), who adopt a generalized African identity without deep cultural, linguistic, or ancestral ties to specific African cultures. While this phenomenon is shaped by multiple influences, including academic institutions, social media, and cultural clubs, it raises significant questions about the preservation and recognition of the unique heritage of Foundational Black Americans, sometimes referred to as Soulaan.

The “$5 African” concept highlights how some Black Americans construct a pan-African identity, often driven by…

In a recent appearance on BBC Sounds with host Luke Jones, Maroc co-creator of Soulaan and host of the Soulaan Podcast, explored the deepening disconnect between former President Obama, Vice President Kamala Harris, and a significant portion of the Black American/Soulaan community. The discussion focused on key issues surrounding the upcoming election and the lack of tangible progress in addressing the concerns of Black Americans.

 

Maroc argued that Obama’s recent appeals to Black voters, especially men, reflect a broader problem in the Democratic Party’s relationship with

Amazon is under fire for accusations made by Tariq Nasheed and his supporters for removing his new documentary Microphone Check. The movie, before allegedly being removed, was the #1 documentary on Amazon.

In a powerful move to protect the legacy of Foundational Black American (FBA) culture, a petition has been launched on Change.org to demand the accurate representation of breakdancing's origins in the Olympic Games. The petition, which urgently calls for signatures, has gained significant attention and is quickly garnering support.

Mongolian Spots. Highest frequencies most prevalent within Asians, Native Americans, and Black Americans

John Horse was an Black American freedom fighter in the early 19th century. He was born a slave in Florida in 1812 and was possibly of Choctaw des...

The Moon still resides under Amun-Ra on May, 15th. Only difference now is the fact that a blood moon comes with it. The color red in Ancient Egypt was used often in magic ritual to show your passion behind your intention

January 17th, Amon-Ra. Known here in America as Amen, He symbolizes creation that is made from the will of the spirit as the all creator and is the first full moon of 2022. The late January full moon shines in front of the constellation Cancer.

  Dry eucalyptus can easily be rehydrated. We recommend trimming an inch off the stems, washing in cool water, and placing in cool (not cold!) wat...