tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.comments2020-01-05T04:45:53.793-05:00Notes From The Most Noteworthy NobodyAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00364134006289208454noreply@blogger.comBlogger96125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-82345304565962291302020-01-05T04:45:53.793-05:002020-01-05T04:45:53.793-05:00Great post I would like to thank you for the effor...Great post I would like to thank you for the efforts you have made in writing this interesting and knowledgeable article. <a href="https://smmsmartmarket.com/services/buy-google-reviews/" rel="nofollow">buy google reviews</a><br />Edward Brownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12464964311357612332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-23802201309642623532012-12-01T14:22:00.223-05:002012-12-01T14:22:00.223-05:00I think it is slightly offensive that you even wro...I think it is slightly offensive that you even wrote this. To begin, Black women have been plagued by the media for YEARS. It has ALWAYS given us an image of "how we SHOULD look", which does not reflect what the majority of Black people actually look like. It makes young girls feel as if they are too dark or they need to have straight hair to be beautiful. I, for one, am PROUD that the media is taking a step toward showing Black America that you don't have to look white to be beautiful. Your hair doesn't have to be straight to be beautiful. Furthermore, the image of Black women is still DOMINATED by the image of light skinned women with long, straight hair...so I feel as if your complaint is irrelevant and that women with natural hair deserve a chance. It seems like you're trying to say that the way we naturally look isn't appealing enough to the eyes to put it on television. If it is unruly, that's one thing. But if the celebrity is having a bad hair day, let them have their day. White celebrities who have bad hair days just put them in messy buns, but you don't see anyone complaining about them being lazy or unkempt. And it's only seen as "ugly" because we have been taught to think that way. It's a social construction. <br /><br />It really hurt that you, as an African American, would say such a thing about your own people...but thank you for further opening my eyes to the stigma. It's an ugly picture. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-21395471375882328522012-09-19T16:05:41.755-04:002012-09-19T16:05:41.755-04:00Thanks for commenting. The one thing I thought ab...Thanks for commenting. The one thing I thought about doing was trying to get an opinion of someone in the entertainment industry to see their view of it...but since I'm lazy & don't know anybody directly, I didn't follow through. <br /><br />When it comes to how minorities see themselves in society & media, everything is over-analyzed and theories are generated. While this is sometimes making a mountain out of a hair ball, it can also be helpful at times to understand what is being done systematically to put us in a positive/negative/neutral light. This was simply my observation, as I saw more natural hair in advertisements than I did in real life. <br /><br />Once again, thanks for bringing your perspective. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00364134006289208454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-26397380937842440442012-08-27T10:36:41.750-04:002012-08-27T10:36:41.750-04:00I am an actress and I have recently took off my la...I am an actress and I have recently took off my lacefront/straight hair and gotten natural hair commercial headshots. I can agree that almost every commercial has the token natural hair black actor/actress. In the market I am in, there are a lot of straight hair black actresses. However, I want to set myself apart and get more bookings. So if the media wants to somehow get a quota I'm going to take advantage of it and put food on my table. The world of acting is one of the stereo typing industries. Not just black people, but all walks. It all boils down to your look. We have to get the token asian, latino, red haired with freckles, or awkward bald guy in commercials. As along as I'm not doing any harm, and they aren't to me b/c I know who I am..I am just fine. Great point, but we should have the freedom to wear our hair like we want to w/o someone coming up with a theory.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-77223809807096876882012-07-13T10:14:09.054-04:002012-07-13T10:14:09.054-04:00I took a chance. She was cool with it though sinc...I took a chance. She was cool with it though since I didn't disparage her in the processAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00364134006289208454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-78305356957156685702012-04-30T09:48:02.063-04:002012-04-30T09:48:02.063-04:00LOL I hope Lboog okayed you using her pic.LOL I hope Lboog okayed you using her pic.Animatehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06539083856936682747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-90530770322707533482012-04-28T21:10:09.695-04:002012-04-28T21:10:09.695-04:00True, but in real life, things come to a head fast...True, but in real life, things come to a head faster. You've been commenting & liking Shondas' pics for months now. In real life, you would've either progressed it or moved on from it after a week or two. So if you consider the duration of these behaviors, it's more unacceptable in real life.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00364134006289208454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-9596884602664262792012-04-28T21:09:03.414-04:002012-04-28T21:09:03.414-04:00Very entertaining read! Lmao @ "aspiring mode...Very entertaining read! Lmao @ "aspiring models, and by aspiring I mean delusional"!!! As far as some things being "accepted" online...I think some of these things are accepted in real life also. As far as the mass posting and thirst, attractive women get away with a lot of obnoxious behaviors in real life because they are attractive....and deal with much of the same thirst from lames all day everyday. I myself comment on a lot of pics and like pics due to my EXTREME eye for details and visually stimulated thirst(prob more than average), I try to refrain from liking or commenting whole albums and I throw in various other humorous/sarcastic comments because that's just me. Telling anyone they are gorgeous, sexy, etc., everyday is overkill and will get you nowhere.Royce FiveTenhttps://www.facebook.com/royceCKnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-88845081722438358342012-04-28T21:03:21.038-04:002012-04-28T21:03:21.038-04:00Also, I'm not sure how using that slur helped ...Also, I'm not sure how using that slur helped to prove your point. You should be embarrassed that you can't have a dialog with somebody who you disagree with without getting angry and using racial insults.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00364134006289208454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-11861615416265891252012-04-28T21:00:19.645-04:002012-04-28T21:00:19.645-04:00The first point I made was that I don't have a...The first point I made was that I don't have a problem with natural hair styles. I actually don't like weaves. However, having a natural hairstyle doesn't mean you shouldn't make it presentable before you leave the house in the morning.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00364134006289208454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-37807269547836379562012-04-28T20:57:29.676-04:002012-04-28T20:57:29.676-04:00Well putWell putAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00364134006289208454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-53653013401434748222012-04-27T11:29:15.727-04:002012-04-27T11:29:15.727-04:00Exactly, I agree with you 100%. The "African ...Exactly, I agree with you 100%. The "African Canadian American" that wrote this blog topic should be embarrassed at how overtly colorstruck/hair struck he appears to be.<br /><br />As if blacks should wear weaves instead of their own God given natural hair? <br /><br />Brodie all I can call you is a Samboe coon for writing that nonsense.lennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-73737260833192615082011-12-31T12:06:49.214-05:002011-12-31T12:06:49.214-05:00Making up only 12.9 percent of the american popula...Making up only 12.9 percent of the american population, ANY African in a racially diverse grouping is going to be a token. I like the fact that more natural hairstyles are appearing in the media since this oftentimes seems to be the sole source of culture exposure for us. This doesn't make it right to blindly follow the media and runs the risk of making going natural passe, but its a start. What we DON'T want is for this new "afrocentricity" to merely be a characature of Africans in media. Going natural should be for the right reasons and shouldn't be treated like buying a pair of jordans. It's liberating and making a statement at its core and should be seen as a spiritual sacrifice much like Indian women do in time of mourning. I pray for the day we can get back to our roots (pun intended) and realize the power we have as a group and as individuals. LIGHTS ONAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-57449506592661676082011-12-17T23:13:18.893-05:002011-12-17T23:13:18.893-05:00okay but (and I say this as a professional-as in I...okay but (and I say this as a professional-as in I do actually get paid for it/musical theatre, mostly-black actor with natural hair) being "natural" isn't a token look. it's how hair naturally comes out of our hair and it looks nice if you know how to take care of it/style it. you wouldn't criticize a white person with pin straight blonde hair, for being "toowhite" so don't call us "too black" just because we don't straighten our hair LIKE WHITE PEOPLE. i think it's great there's more REALITY on tv...now black people won't feel pressured to "fit in" to a white look and it will stop being so cliche. people come in all shapes, sizes and hair textures. I know plenty of jewish white people with curly fro's that work in musical theatre too. you don't have to change yourself to "not-be-token." it's not about how others see us...we were born that way, baby.;)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-83466415533325915952011-11-21T06:38:19.085-05:002011-11-21T06:38:19.085-05:00It is the post which i like mostHey I read your ar...It is the post which i like mostHey I read your articles every day and I am a great follower, but never struck in my mind that you be praised for your hard work. Here’s a token for your efficiency and the hard work you put in your articles. I just love to read it.Guide for Menhttp://theguideformen.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-81636345549465391362011-11-19T13:29:52.147-05:002011-11-19T13:29:52.147-05:00Thanks, Reecie. The BCS is a flawed system and mo...Thanks, Reecie. The BCS is a flawed system and most of the actual bowls aren't as charitable as they claim to be. Real Sports did a good story on it, you should check for it.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00364134006289208454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-52206247054952948532011-11-18T08:24:04.260-05:002011-11-18T08:24:04.260-05:00I admit I had to google BCS to familiarize myself ...I admit I had to google BCS to familiarize myself with the comparison. I find it comical that the government was trying to intervene to change the way the program is structured earlier this year. Really?? <br />Anyway... From what I gleaned from the articles I read, this is an interesting comparison. Funny and thoughtful.Reeciecup Sunshinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06115224688472316414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-64513553248500797992011-11-17T18:12:24.133-05:002011-11-17T18:12:24.133-05:00..... i dunno why that posted anonymously..... i dunno why that posted anonymouslyJasmine <3https://www.blogger.com/profile/05996365616825806002noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-46748674955244493262011-11-17T18:11:30.632-05:002011-11-17T18:11:30.632-05:00definitely an interesting comparison.... I think i...definitely an interesting comparison.... I think it's pretty validJasmine <3https://www.blogger.com/profile/05996365616825806002noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-34084642961679501962011-11-17T16:30:39.541-05:002011-11-17T16:30:39.541-05:00Thanks, Trey. Spread the wordThanks, Trey. Spread the wordAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00364134006289208454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-30504512954722985622011-11-17T16:26:54.878-05:002011-11-17T16:26:54.878-05:00Jay-Z summed it up well: "If you put crabs in...Jay-Z summed it up well: "If you put crabs in a barrel to ensure your survival, you gon' end up pullin' down n***as that look just like you." Great blog, Brodie. More people need to read this.Trey R.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14512015265053542521noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-21340933169029117842011-11-17T16:10:41.119-05:002011-11-17T16:10:41.119-05:00lol.. good write up ryan!lol.. good write up ryan!Adhvith Dhuddunoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-56450052545672145442011-11-02T14:49:01.072-04:002011-11-02T14:49:01.072-04:00As for 1. We've discussed this before, but the...As for 1. We've discussed this before, but the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again expecting the same result. Occasionally it’s ok to go for the assist and pass the ball.<br /><br />2.I picked this battle. Your own advice speaks for itself, "easier said than done". Most people find themselves caught between the stigmas of doing too much or not enough when discerning their battles. Fact of the matter is people need to want they want in the end. It makes you a happier person.<br /><br />3. Your best advice yet<br /><br />4. I'll give you this, communication is key. Let's be honest though most mofos these days are esol kids. Moral of the story we all speak different languages. I'm just trying to find the kid that speaks my language.<br /><br />5. I'm not sure you’re more discerning between the former and the latter. Either way take a step back and listen to definitive arguments. Often it appears those who give advice rarely are willing to accept advice themselves playboy.G badnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-70005809728743573172011-09-14T10:03:25.446-04:002011-09-14T10:03:25.446-04:00I think you should let them decide for themselves ...I think you should let them decide for themselves when enough is enough.... Only they know what they want and can put up withJaz Franconoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6891707814502236323.post-22035180863472947162011-09-09T11:29:00.368-04:002011-09-09T11:29:00.368-04:00Good debate :)Good debate :)Jaz Franconoreply@blogger.com