November 2009
41 posts
Adam Lambert’s Getting Blacklisted? Sounds As If… →
Was Adam’s AMA performance worth him getting blacklisted from Good Morning America? Story has photos of performance.
Adam Lambert’s Getting Blacklisted? Sounds...
After his shocking and appalling performance and the AMA's two days ago, Adam Lambert should be feeling the cold shoulder right about now. He reportedly was scheduled to appear on Good Morning Americ Read more at the source: Adam Lambert’s Getting Blacklisted? Sounds As If…
Video: Jay-Z and Alicia Keys on the AMA’s...
In case you missed it, here's Jay-Z and Alicia performing at the AMA's last night. The opening was a different twist.[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-p-9K1N3lw[/youtube] Read more at the source: Video: Jay-Z and Alicia Keys on the AMA’s last night
Video: Jay-Z and Alicia Keyes on the AMA’s...
In case you missed it, here's Jay-Z and Alicia performing at the AMA's last night. The opening was a different twist.[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-p-9K1N3lw[/youtube] Read more at the source: Video: Jay-Z and Alicia Keyes on the AMA’s last night
New Book: Best Teen Writing of 2009
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The Alliance for Young Artists & Writers has released its new antholog Read more at the source: New Book: Best Teen Writing of 2009
Hollywood Hormones: Success of Twilight Saga Makes... →
Why is Hollywood beginning to take teen girls more seriously? Look at the Twilight numbers from the first two movies, and you’ll begin to get an answer!
Youth Rights: What are they? Why should you care? →
Yasmin Shiraz explains what are youth rights and relates it to the Shaniya Davis case in which the little 5 year old was found murdered.
Oprah says, “See ya!”
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As been reported on news stations across the US, Oprah is ending her Read more at the source: Oprah says, “See ya!”
Oprah says, “See ya!”
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As been reported on news stations across the US, Oprah is ending her Read more at the source: Oprah says, “See ya!”
Hollywood Hormones: Success of Twilight Saga Makes...
Hollywood insiders are always marketing to guys- Dark Knight, Transformers and what not, but with the Twilight MEGA series. Teen Girls are putting girls on the map and making Hollywood take notice. Ch Read more at the source: Hollywood Hormones: Success of Twilight Saga Makes Teen Girls Marketing Magnets!
Youth Rights: What are they? Why should you care?
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On this past Friday, I Read more at the source: Youth Rights: What are they? Why should you care?
Vogue Videos: Rihanna vs. Madonna… And the winner... →
Rihanna decided to do a remake of Madonna’s Vogue. Which Vogue is better? Get your vote in. This link has Rihanna’s performance and Madonna’s video.
Vogue Videos: Rihanna vs. Madonna… And the...
Rihanna covered Madonna's Vogue on her new album and did the performance at the AMA's last night. It didn't have the high energy of Madonna's first version of the song, but its not bad! Video belo Read more at the source: Vogue Videos: Rihanna vs. Madonna… And the winner is…
Moms/Dads: 5 Tips for Discussing Healthy... →
5 Tips for Discussing Healthy Relationships with your teens. Plus a video of teen girls discussing whether girls should fight each other over boys.
Moms/Dads: 5 Tips for Discussing Healthy...
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Yesterday, I was a radio guest on The Flow radio p Read more at the source: Moms/Dads: 5 Tips for Discussing Healthy Relationships with Your Child
Moms/Dads: 5 Tips for Discussing Healthy...
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Yesterday, I was a radio guest on The Flow radio p Read more at the source: Moms/Dads: 5 Tips for Discussing Healthy Relationships with Your Child
Moms/Dads: 5 Tips for Discussing Healthy...
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Yesterday, I was a radio guest on The Flow radio p Read more at the source: Moms/Dads: 5 Tips for Discussing Healthy Relationships with Your Child
Movie Review: New Moon →
Author & Filmmaker Yasmin Shiraz gives her thoughts on the New Moon movie. As a result of the movie, are you Team Jacob or Team Edward?
Movie Review: New Moon
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There were lines outside theaters across the country this weekend. Folks w Read more at the source: Movie Review: New Moon
New Every Corner Episode: Where do teens see... →
High school students talk about teen dating violence and where they see it and when it happens to them.
8th grade girls speak out about why they fight →
In the film, Can She Be Saved?, 8th grade girls talk about why they are aggressive and what triggers their fights.
8th grade girls speak out about why they fight →
In the film, Can She Be Saved?, 8th grade girls talk about why they are aggressive and what triggers their fights.
10 Steps of Highly Successful Undergrads: Step #1 →
Yasmin Shiraz shares one of the 10 Steps of Highly Successful Undergrads.
10 Steps of Highly Successful Undergrads: Step #1 →
Yasmin Shiraz shares one of the 10 Steps of Highly Successful Undergrads.
Report: Students have more sex if in coed dorms →
If students have more sex in co-ed dorms, why is their coed dorm rooms on campuses?
New Moon Movie: Too Light for Urban Readers? Or... →
Youth Activist, Author, Yasmin Shiraz surveys college students about attending the New Moon Movie this weekend. And surprisingly, their responses were split along racial lines.
New Moon Movie: Too Light for Urban Readers? Or...
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I recently visited 4 campuses at the Florida State College at Jackson Read more at the source: New Moon Movie: Too Light for Urban Readers? Or Too Young for College Students?
New Moon: Too Light for Urban Readers? Or Too...
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I recently visited 4 campuses at the Florida State College at Jackson Read more at the source: New Moon: Too Light for Urban Readers? Or Too Young for College Students?
DC Film Screening for Can She Be Saved? – Film on... →
Youth Activist and Author, Yasmin Shiraz screens her film in Washington, DC. She’ll be on hand to discuss girl violence and inspiration behind the film.
You’re Invited: DC Film Screening for Can...
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My film, Can She Be Saved? will be screening this Saturday, Novemb Read more at the source: You’re Invited: DC Film Screening for Can She Be Saved? – Film on teen girl fights
You’re Invited: DC Screening for Can She Be...
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My film, Can She Be Saved? will be screening this Saturday, Novemb Read more at the source: You’re Invited: DC Screening for Can She Be Saved? – Film on teen girl fights
You’re Invited: DC Screening for Can She Be...
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My film, Can She Be Saved? will be screening this Saturday, Novemb Read more at the source: You’re Invited: DC Screening for Can She Be Saved? – Film on teen girl fights
Facebook Saves A Teen From Jail
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According to Channel Web, Rodney Bradford, 19, was exonerated from charges of armed rob Read more at the source: Facebook Saves A Teen From Jail
Rihanna: Where are your pants? →
Youth Activist, Yasmin Shiraz, gives her feedback on Rihanna’s new artwork for her single, “Hard” featuring Jeezy.
Rihanna: Where are your pants?
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For at least 10 years, R&B and Pop music has gone the way of " Read more at the source: Rihanna: Where are your pants?
Video Feedback: Beyonce’s Video Phone-...
Beyonce's Video Phone Remix featuring Lady Gaga is definitely more of that Beyonce Steez— a whole lot of hip grinding, bending over and booty shaking-Only thing missing was a stripper pole. Maybe th Read more at the source: Video Feedback: Beyonce’s Video Phone- “A Stripper Has Nothing On You”
Video Feedback: Beyonce’s Video Phone- “A Stripper... →
Beyonce’s video phone featuring Lady Gaga video is critiqued by Africano Boi. Is it over the top hoochiness or just Beyonce being SASHA FIERCE?
Video Feedback: Beyonce’s Video Phone-...
Beyonce's Video Phone Remix featuring Lady Gaga is definitely more of that Beyonce Steez— a whole lot of hip grinding, bending over and booty shaking-Only thing missing was a stripper pole. Maybe th Read more at the source: Video Feedback: Beyonce’s Video Phone- “A Stripper Has Nothing On You”
Guilt At Play?: Father of Michael Jackson’s...
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My grandmother used to say, "It'll all come out in the wash. Read more at the source: Guilt At Play?: Father of Michael Jackson’s Molestation Accuser Commits Suicide
Video: Janet Jackson on In The Spotlight with...
Janet Jackson will be on In The Spotlight with Robin Roberts on Wednesday, November 18th at 10pm EST on ABC. This will be her first interview talking about her brother Michael's death. I can only ima Read more at the source: Video: Janet Jackson on In The Spotlight with Robin Roberts tomorrow!
Video: Janet Jackson on In The Spotlight with...
Janet Jackson will be on In The Spotlight with Robin Roberts on Wednesday, November 18th at 9pm EST on ABC. This will be her first interview talking about her brother Michael's death. I can only imag Read more at the source: Video: Janet Jackson on In The Spotlight with Robin Roberts tomorrow!