Shedd Gala Celebrates 25 Years, Raises $2 Mil – By Derrick K. Baker
Movers and shakers and philanthropists gathered at the Shedd Aquarium recently to support the vaunted venue’s vision for a world thriving with aquatic life…
Dangers of Diet Soda and Coffee – By Siddiqu The Personal Trainer
Yes, your favorite trainer used to sweeten his coffee with stevia in the morning and when he wanted a fizzy drink, he’d get a…
India Arie: More Than “Worthy” – by Clarence Waldron
Singer India Arie has released her new album Worthy and although we have an idea of what it will sound like thanks to the singles…
“Heavy Pocket” Illuminating and Moving – By Rick & Brenda McCain
What are you willing to risk to fight for what you believe in? This is the question posed of a young man who decides…
We Should Stop Saying “People of Color” When We Mean “Black People” – By Joshua Adams
I understand why people in society use the term “people of color”: it replaces the outdated term “colored people” with one that is more…
Singer Eva Ruwe Celebrates “A Good Man” – By Clarence Waldron
Black men seem to be under siege, but rising Chicago singer Eva Ruwè celebrates the positive side of brothers. In her debut single, Good…
The Barbecue Sizzles In Goodman’s “Lottery Day” – By Rick and Brenda McCain
Lottery Day Through April 28 Goodman Theatre, 170 North Dearborn Street. Written by: Ike Holter Directed by: Lili-Anne Brown Running time: 2 hours, 15…
Beware The Dangers Of Sugar – By Siddiqu “The Personal Trainer”
Over the past 100 years, the average yearly sugar intake went from five pounds per year to 135 pounds per year. During the turn…
These Women Shine in “For Colored Girls”! – by Rick & Brenda McCain
Court Theatre continues its 64th season with the groundbreaking play, For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow Is Enuf, written by Ntozake Shange…
Brits In Better Shape Than Americans! – By Siddiqu “The Personal Trainer”
We’d like to send a special shoutout to the United Kingdom (UK) for hosting us for two workout classes recently! Did you know that…
What Happens If You Don’t Lose Weight? – By Siddiqu “The Personal Trainer”
Let me start off by saying that if you know anyone who is overweight or obese, forward this to them because it may just…
Pros & Cons Of The Keto Diet – By Siddiqu “The Personal Trainer”
Why is the Keto Diet taking the world by storm? One is because it’s trendy, but a major reason is because it completely reverses…