Movies

June 21, 2016 June 21, 2016

The Nice Guys

by David Smallwood

Starring: Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Angourie Rice, Margaret Qualley, Kim Basinger, Keith David, Matt Bomer Director: Shane Black 116 minutes The Nice Guys is…

April 18, 2016 April 18, 2016

The Jungle Book (2016) Review: Fantastical Jungle Story

by Contributor NDIGO

by Okema Gunn The Jungle Book (2016) comes to life, portraying the most current version of Rudyard Kipling’s classic story of an incredible…

March 3, 2016 September 23, 2016

Oscars Aside, Meet Tim Story

by David Smallwood

Oscars Aside, Meet Tim Story: Hollywood’s Billion Dollar Black Director Nothing wrong with bringing home an Oscar…or even just being nominated for one –…

February 15, 2016 August 23, 2016

The Black Oscars?

by Contributor NDIGO

by A. Thomas Jeff Friday had no experience in filmmaking. He simply was a movie enthusiast who saw a diversity vacuum in the industry….

January 20, 2016 January 20, 2016

The Perfect Match

by Contributor NDIGO

Synopsis: Charlie (Terrence J) is a bachelor who’s convinced that relationships are dead even though his sister (Paula Patton), a therapist, tries to tell…

N’DIGO Studio Podcast

N’DIGO STUDIO

N’DIGO STUDIO is a Chicago centric program and podcast covering topics such as pop culture, politics, authors and trending topics of the day. If you want to hear engaging, sometimes controversial and always authentic discussion around the hot topics of the day tune into the N’DIGO STUDIO Podcast! Join your host Hermene Hartman as she interviews inspiring people and chats about interesting topics from an honest and entertaining perspective.

Discover how North Lawndale, a historic Chicago neighborhood, is transforming after decades of disinvestment. This episode dives into the grassroots initiatives redefining the area — from preserving Black culture and building affordable housing to launching a global chocolate cooperative and more.

Learn how:

A forgotten community turned into a model for urban renewal
Locals led sustainable change with global reach
Black culture and history were reclaimed and preserved

Guests include:

Michael McMurray Board Member Lawndale Christian Development Corporation
Whitney L. Smith, Deputy Director & Counsel Lawndale Christian Development Corporation
Rev. Marvin Hunter, Developer of Grace Manor Apartments

Their stories offer powerful insight into what’s possible when community leaders unite to drive change. Tune in for inspiration, unexpected twists, and a hopeful look at how North Lawndale became a blueprint for neighborhoods across the country.

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