Author name: Nina Goodwin

Nina is a freelance writer with a love for nostalgia and storytelling. Since earning her Bachelor's in Journalism, she’s been crafting engaging content and exploring the magic of retro pop culture. She specializes in content writing, SEO, and sourcing quality visuals—all while keeping a sharp eye on deadlines. When she’s not writing, you’ll find Nina painting, reading, watching classic comedies, or spending time with her family and pets. An introvert at heart, she cherishes quiet moments in nature and quality time with close friends.

13 Dangerous Toys from the Past That Somehow Got Approved

1. Lawn Darts Lawn darts, or “Jarts,” were basically giant metal darts meant to be tossed toward a plastic ring on the ground. The problem? These darts had sharp, weighted tips that could easily pierce human flesh. It wasn’t just […]

Inspiring Stories of Black Scientists Who Broke Barriers

1. Katherine Johnson: The NASA Mathematician Who Helped Launch the Space Age Katherine Johnson’s story is one of quiet brilliance that changed the course of history. Born in 1918, she had an extraordinary talent for numbers from a young age,

Classic Black Movies That Deserve a Reboot

1. Love Jones (1997) There’s something about Love Jones that just hits differently. It’s poetic, it’s romantic, and it captures that messy, intoxicating kind of love that feels both real and aspirational. The chemistry between Larenz Tate and Nia Long?

Black-Owned Brands Leading Sustainability in 2025

1. Telfar – The “It” Bag Brand Making Sustainability Accessible Telfar has been shaking up the fashion industry for years, but in 2025, they’re proving that sustainability isn’t just for luxury brands—it’s for everyone. Founded by Liberian-American designer Telfar Clemens,

Boomer-Approved Household Rules That Seem Ridiculous Now

1. No Shoes in the House—Ever Boomers had a strict “no shoes indoors” policy, and they enforced it like their lives depended on it. It didn’t matter if you just popped in for a second to grab something—you better not

Rising Stars in Black Hollywood to Watch in 2025

1. Dominique Fishback Dominique Fishback has been quietly putting in the work for years, but 2025 feels like her moment to fully shine. If you missed her Emmy-nominated performance in Swarm, where she played the chillingly obsessive Dre, go fix

13 Music Legends Who Were Once Banned from Radio

1. Elvis Presley – The King of Controversy Elvis Presley, often referred to as the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, had a complicated relationship with the airwaves in the early years of his career. When he first hit the mainstream,

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