Wiser With Age
How writing her life story led a woman to inner healing
How writing her life story led a woman to inner healingMaria Aponte was born and raised an only child in East Harlem, otherwise known as “El Barrio,” in New York City, to Puerto Rican parents. Because she lost her mother… Continue Reading
Ponca tribe councilwoman explains activism at Standing Rock and why it’s not over
Ponca tribe councilwoman explains activism at Standing Rock and why it’s not overCasey Camp-Horinek has a gentle demeanor, with her long, salt and pepper-colored hair and lyrical voice. However, there is searing fire behind her caring, dark eyes. She was born into… Continue Reading
Bronx poet uses storytelling to educate others about their history
Bronx poet uses storytelling to educate others about their historyBobby Gonzalez has had practically every job you could think of — from a medical records clerk in a hospital to customer service at a utility company. However, he says… Continue Reading
In My Mother’s Words: A lesson in love and hate

In My Mother’s Words: A lesson in love and hate

Many people say they don’t watch the news, because it’s negative. I don’t necessarily agree with that mindset, but I respect it and understand it...[Read more]

Cooking With Granny: Grandma Louisa's Trinidadian hot sauce

Cooking With Granny: Grandma Louisa's Trinidadian hot sauce

Grandma Louisa’s hot sauce is pure fire. And I like to say, if you need protective gear to cook, then count me in. It must be extraordinary. And it is...Grandma Louisa had to undergo a whole lot of hardships that life threw her way. Watch this episode, and learn something delicious from Granny! [Watch here]

Random moments remind me of lessons my father taught me

Random moments remind me of lessons my father taught me

I often think about my father. I find myself engaged in the most mundane of my daily activities, and I randomly remember some of our conversations. I treasure them like old video cassettes – worried at times that they will fade off if I think about them too much. [Read more]