Justice, Politics & Millennial Cringe
From Tinder Swindler revenge to HBCU expansion & viral trends, we've got the daily dose of culture.
September 9, 2025 • 3 minutes • Hosted by Victoria
Today's Briefing
Episode #23
About This Episode
This episode covers key news, entertainment, and Blavity-U stories impacting Black communities. Tune in for updates on politics, culture, and inspiring achievements.
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Black Cracker Barrel Employee Says She Was Called ‘Burned Biscuit’ In Lawsuit
A former Nashville Cracker Barrel employee is suing the restaurant chain, claiming she was wrongfully fired instead of her coworkers after she endured blatant racism and assaults from them.
Kamala Harris’s LAPD Protection Ends After Alleged Objections Within The Force
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A Closer Look At The ‘Millennial Cringe’ Social Media Trend
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Halle Berry Pushes California Gov. Gavin Newsom And Legislature To Approve Menopause Bill
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Balancing Duty and Dad Life: How One Army Dad is Raising the Next Generation
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NYC Welcomes First HBCU Prep School In Partnership With Delaware State University
New York City is now home to the first HBCU preparatory high school in a major city.
UNC Basketball Star Seth Trimble Is Now The Youngest Ben & Jerry’s Franchise Owner
University of North Carolina basketball star Seth Trimble is now the owner of a local Ben & Jerry’s store.
DeWanda Wise On Embracing Honesty, Shifting Communities In ‘Love, Brooklyn’
DeWanda Wise is embracing truth-telling in her latest role in Love, Brooklyn.
‘Love Island USA’s Nic And Olandria Made Their Major Red Carpet Debuts At The VMAs
Love Island USA Season 7 couple Nic Vansteenberghe and Olandria Carthen just proved their love is stronger than ever outside of the villa.