Ebony back issues from October 2008:
'Take care of yourself first': a message from the President & CEO.(PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE)(chief executive officer)(Editorial)
Oct 01, 2008; ... Since May 2005, morning after morning, Robin Roberts has come into our homes, delivering the news and other tidbits as a member of the Good Morning America team. While we eat breakfast, she's there. While we get the kids ready for school, she's there. While we dress for work, she's there, ...
Making the cover.(BEHIND THE SCENES)(Tyler Perry on the cover)(Editorial)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] Atlanta is not the likely location for a mega-moviemaker. It's thousands of miles away from Hollywood. For blockbuster filmmaker, TV producer and actor Tyler Perry, however, being headquartered in Atlanta is just one of many strategic, if unconventional, ...
What's online in October.(Ebony Jet.com)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2008 ... We're making it easier than ever to find the best content on the Web! Newly archived sections, an iTunes library of podcasts, continually refreshed multimedia galleries and vintage videos are only a click away. POLITICS AND PERSPECTIVES [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...
Michelle Obama.(Letter to the editor)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Thank you for your well-written article, "The Real Michelle Obama" (Sept. 2008), featuring a 360-degree view of Michelle Obama. I stayed up late to see various replays and clips of her stint on The View. I was impressed and proud. The next day it was ...
The genius of cool.(Letter to the editor)
Oct 01, 2008; ... Thank you for "The Genius of Cool: The 25 Coolest Brothers Of All Time," (Aug. 2008). When I saw Billy Dee Williams, my heart skipped a beat. Then there is Sidney Poitier, Quincy Jones, Richard Roundtree, Denzel Washington, Sammy Davis Jr., Ed Bradley, Michael Jordan and Marvin Gaye. These ...
Genarlow Wilson.(Letter to the editor)
Oct 01, 2008; ... I am a longtime subscriber and enjoy EBONY monthly. However, I just had to send a note of thanks for the article, "Dear Mama" (Aug 2008), on Genarlow Wilson. I followed his case in the news, and though I do not know him or his family, I prayed for him. ...
Serena Williams.(Letter to the editor)
Oct 01, 2008; ... I have always been a total fan of Serena Williams ("Serena Williams Heats Up The Summer," July 2008) and Venus Williams because of the way they play the game of tennis. But I hope that ...
Parenting.(Letter to the editor)
Oct 01, 2008; ... My name is Beverly Morris, president and founder of The National Association of Non-Custodial Moms, Inc. (NANCM), and I am writing to personally thank you for the article, "Family Reconnection" (July 2008), on non-custodial parents. While I've read many articles on non-custodial parents, ...
A Shooter's Story.(Letter to the editor)
Oct 01, 2008; ... I think "A Shooter's Story" (July 2008) should be required reading for all of the people who blame the schools, parents, environment and other numerous "factors" for street violence. It also explains why marches, prayer vigils, "outreaches" and other so-called solutions won't work. ...
For Brothers Only.(LETTERS TO THE EDITOR)(Letter to the editor)
Oct 01, 2008; ... In response to the "For Brothers Only" column, "The Sad Truth About Saggin' Pants" (July 2008), written by Judge Mathis, I find many of his points to be completely true about my generation today. As a young woman who embraces and loves hip-hop and urban culture, I find the fashion trend of ...
Chris Brown.(Letter to the editor)
Oct 01, 2008; ... This response is in regard to Chris Brown being on the cover of the June 2008 issue. I am a 62-year-old grandmother, and I appreciate the attention EBONY gives our young men sometime. It's great to read how well our young Brothers are doing. Lula Ruth Suisun City, ...
Breaking the Sound Barriers.(LETTERS TO THE EDITOR)(Letter to the editor)
Oct 01, 2008; ... I was so happy to see the article, "Breaking The Sound Barriers" (June 2008), with Corinne Bailey Rae. I received her CD for Mother's Day and it has been one of my favorite gifts of all time. I'm one of her biggest fans. (I'm also one of her older fans!) Her voice is so sweet and I'm ...
Ebony on the scene.(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2008 ... [1] In New York City, the Women of Independent Means, upset about a controversial New Yorker magazine cover of Sen. Barack and Michelle Obama, express their dissatisfaction during a silent march that was organized by Audrey Smaltz, founder of The Ground Crew. [ILLUSTRATION ...
International affairs.(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2008 ... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] 1. A man cools off at the scene of a fire that burned an industrial packaging company in Lagos, Nigeria. 2. A model ...
James McBride: author's book, Miracle at St. Anna, comes to life in Spike Lee movie.(CENTER STAGE)
Oct 01, 2008; ... It was James McBride's uncle, Henry Jordan, who is partially responsible for the novel-now-movie Miracle at St. Anna. "When I was a little kid in Brooklyn, [my uncle] used to talk about World War II and about how the Italians loved the colored man," says McBride, a best-selling author, ...
5 questions for Natalie Cole: Still Unforgettable after all these years.(Interview)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] She's remarkable in any musical genre. But Natalie Cole is exceptionally memorable when she tackles jazz standards. She returns this fall with Still Unforgettable. It is Cole's 21st studio album and her first producer credit. it. The Grammy Award-winning ...
Desiree Rogers.(SPEAKING OF PEOPLE: A spotlight on individuals moving onward & upward)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Some people were born to be in charge. Desiree Rogers, a few months into her new job with Allstate Financial, is one of them. She is president of social networking at the financial division of Allstate Insurance, responsible for creating a system where ...
Angela Guy.(SPEAKING OF PEOPLE: A spotlight on individuals moving onward & upward)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Black women are making their mark in major corporations and Guy is one of them. She's the new general manager and senior vice president of SoftSheen-Carson--the perm and hair-product company. It's the kind of job any Sister would love. "I'm ...
Animal care specialist: Indya Watts.(SPEAKING OF PEOPLE: A spotlight on individuals moving onward & upward)(Interview)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Indya Watts gets paid to "swim with the fishes," or the mammals, to be more exact. But this 30-year-old Sister isn't with the mob. She's a dolphin trainer at the John G. Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, where she regularly dons a wetsuit and gets into 40-degree ...
The hidden treasures in the inner city.(FOR BROTHERS ONLY)
Oct 01, 2008; ... If you want to get rich quickly, I know where you can find buried treasure--in the inner city. I can't really remember the first day I met Eric Berry, but I do remember being impressed. I had gone to Dorsey High School in Los Angeles to teach a media class and he was one of the students ...
Change your attitude change your life.(SISTERSPEAK)
Oct 01, 2008; ... Believe it or not, there was a time in my early 20s when nothing seemed to go right for me. I didn't regard myself as beautiful or successful. All my relationships seemed to be unhealthy. I experimented with drugs. I had no job, no money, no man, no quality family communication, and my ...
For women only: when it comes to staying healthy, save yourself first: routine medical screenings can identify problems in their most treatable stage.(HOUSE CALL)
Oct 01, 2008 ... Women, in general, do a better job than men when it comes to getting necessary medical screenings that can identify problems early when treatment may be most effective. However, there is still a large number of women who neglect their health so they can take care of their families. ...
Should you confront 'the mistress'? Ultimately, your main contention must be with your husband.(EBONY ADVISOR)
Oct 01, 2008; ... Discovering that your husband has broken his marriage vows and is having an affair with another woman is emotionally devastating. I recently received a query from a betrayed wife who wanted to know if she should confront the other woman with whom she discovered her husband has been ...
What's on your marriage checklist? Church, flowers, credit report?(MONEY TALKS)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] You just got engaged and you're high on a cloud. The wedding! The reception! The honeymoon! But before you say "I do" and kiss, have you both gotten your financial houses in order? Do you know your honey's credit score and have you ...
Eric Benet: returning home and reclaiming his roots, romantic singer moves on with his life and love.(SOUNDING OFF)(Interview)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Eric Benet is back with the romantic music that works for the boudoir or a banquet. His third solo effort, Love & Life, will leave fans wanting more. Collaborating with his longtime production partner Demonte Posey and writer/producer/cousin George Nash ...
Spensha Baker: teen Gospel singer excels by living her life Outloud!(SOUNDING OFF)(Interview)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Fifteen-year-old gospel singer Spensha Baker has done what most her age, and many much older, only dream about: She sang at the White House and debuted her first album Outloud! Spensha, signed to Geffen Records, got her big break at age 12 as a finalist on ...
Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings.(ALSO NOTED)(Sound recording review)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Sharon Jones kicks off the party with "100 Days, 100 Nights" and listeners are compelled to pat feet, nod heads and get up and dance. It is a throw back to '60s and '70s music and indicative of what the CD, 100 Days, 100 Nights (Daptone Records), has to ...
N*E*R*D.(ALSO NOTED)(Sound recording review)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] N*E*R*D's most visible member, Pharrell, is arguably one of hip hop's best modern-day producers. Add Chad Hugo and Shae to that mix and you get a nearly unstoppable production team. Together they create a hot, and somewhat confusing, third album. It's a ...
Musiq Soulchild.(PLUGGED IN)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2008 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "Right now I'm listening to a new artist out of Washington, D.C., who I was recently exposed to named Muhsinah. She's like the ...
Omar Tyree's last stand: author's triple-threat book tour highlights his final novel, and first books about business and children.(BOOKSHELF)(Interview)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Omar Tyree's is a rare phenomenon--a contemporary Black male author with a penchant for writing best-selling, award-winning fiction that's popular with both men and women. With more than 18 books published, Tyree says he has written his last novel, PECKING ...
What's on your nightstand?(BOOKSHELF)(Brief article)(Book review)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] I'VE GOT A HOME IN GLORY LAND by Karolyn Smarzd Frost IDA: A SWORD AMONG LIONS by Paula J. Giddings DEFYING DIXIE by Glenda Elizabeth Gilmore "I react ...
Renegade for Peace & Justice: Barbara Lee Speaks for Me.(HOT PICK)(Brief article)(Book review)
Oct 01, 2008 ... In RENEGADE FOR PEACE & JUSTICE: BARBARA LEE SPEAKS FOR ME (Rowman & Littlefield Publishers. Inc., $24.95) by California Congresswoman Barbara Lee, the author chronicles more than politics in this candid autobiography. Lee describes the challenges she overcame to break the ...
Mobilizing the Community to Help Students Succeed.(HOT PICK)(Brief article)(Book review)
Oct 01, 2008 ... In MOBILIZING THE COMMUNITY TO HELP STUDENTS SUCCEED (ASCD. S21.95), Hugh B. Price. former Urban League president and CEO. shares lessons and concrete examples of ways to boost the ...
Hazel Scott: The Pioneering Journey of a Jazz Pianist, From Cafe Society to Hollywood to Huac.(TOP SHELF)(Brief article)(Book review)
Oct 01, 2008 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In HAZEL SCOTT: THE PIONEERING JOURNEY OF A JAZZ PIANIST, FROM CAFE SOCIETY TO HOLLYWOOD TO HUAC (University of Michigan Press, $29.95) by Karen Chilton, the author presents the compelling biography of Hazel Scott, who became known not only for her ...
The Sea is so Wide and My Boat is so Small: Charting a Course for the Next Generation.(TOP SHELF)(Brief article)(Book review)
Oct 01, 2008 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In THE SEA IS SO WIDE AND MY BOAT IS SO SMALL: CHARTING A COURSE FOR THE NEXT GENERATION (Hyperion, $19.95), best-selling author Marian Wright Edelman looks back on what has been done and what still needs to be done to make our ...
Tim & Tom: An American Comedy in Black and White.(TOP SHELF)(Brief article)(Book review)
Oct 01, 2008 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] TIM & TOM: AN AMERICAN COMEDY IN BLACK AND WHITE (University of Chicago Press, $24) by Tim ...
Say a Little Prayer.(KIDS' CORNER)(Brief article)(Children's review)(Book review)
Oct 01, 2008 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Superstar singer Dionne Warwick puts her life's motto--"If you think it, you can do it!"--on paper with a new children's book, SAY A LITTLE PRAYER (Running Press, $17.95). The book encourages ...
Donavan's Double Trouble.(KIDS' CORNER)(Brief article)(Children's review)(Book review)
Oct 01, 2008 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] DONAVAN'S DOUBLE TROUBLE (Amistad, $15.99) by Monalisa DeGross, illustrated by Amy Bates, is an inspiring story that ...
Bermuda Music Festival: ocean paradise 'upgrades' with Beyonce & Alicia Keys.(TRAVEL GUIDE)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2008; ... Although many believe 18 is an unlucky number, the 13th annual Bermuda Music Festival, Oct. 1-4, likely will prove both lucky and memorable with superstars headlining the event. "If this isn't the biggest, it's certainly the hottest [lineup]," says Dr. Ewart E Brown, Bermuda's ...
October: what's happening where?(TRAVEL GUIDE)
Oct 01, 2008 ... ATLANTA * Sweet Auburn Heritage Festival. Historic Auburn Avenue, Downtown Atlanta. Oct. 3-5. sweetauburn.com * 9th Annual Morehouse College Breast Cancer Awareness Walk. Morehouse College, Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel. Oct. 4. * National ...
Into the light.(BEAUTY & STYLE ESSENTIALS)(Tanda Regenerate Light Therapy)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2008; ... As the weather cools, it's time to give your skin and your body a little more attention. You can go high-tech and try light therapy, treat ache with the latest face products, slough off dead skin and welcome silky softness, and even go to the gym in fashion. Tanda Regenerate Light Therapy ...
On the spot.(BEAUTY & STYLE ESSENTIALS)(Buyers guide)
Oct 01, 2008; ... If you thought the days of blemishes and breakouts were behind you after your teen years, it's time to face the facts. One in 5 women between ages 25 and 40 suffer from adult acne. (Because of hormonal changes, women are more prone to acne than men, but statistics show that at least a ...
Get polished.(BEAUTY & STYLE ESSENTIALS)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2008; ... Indulging in a body-smoothing treatment can be good for your skin and your health. Exfoliating not only softens and eliminates dead skin, it also stimulates blood flow to help improve circulation and drain impurities from the system. Experts recommend adding a rubdown to your shower ...
Think pink.(BEAUTY & STYLE ESSENTIALS)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2008; ... According to the American Cancer Society, there are about 2.5 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and fortunately some of our favorite brands are doing their part to increase awareness and raise funds for research. Want to ...
All-purpose gear to get you from A-Z.(BEAUTY & STYLE ESSENTIALS)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] An all-purpose bag is a lifestyle essential for women--and men. We've harvested the season's best on-the-go bags to carry fashion functionally from the gym to work to play, and back again. With attention to on-trend detailing in addition to durability and ...
Becoming Tyler: bill collector turned billion-dollar media mogul was molded from pain, promise and persistence.(Cover story)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Tyler Perry never forgets the past. It's only a 15-minute drive away. On this sunny summer afternoon, he's anticipating an important phone call as he sits in his office at The Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta. The last apartment building that he ...
A conversation with Spike Lee: the filmmaker of few words gives Ebony magazine an earful about his latest film, his thoughts on the presidential election and the responsibility Black folks have to step up. His next project is a documentary on NBA MVP Kobe Bryant.(Q&A)(Interview)
Oct 01, 2008; ... EBONY: I saw the film Miracle at St. Anna and I thought it was very powerful. What made you decide to do this movie? SPIKE: The novel by James McBride. The way he writes is in images and it is very much cinema. So right away I knew that I could make this into a film. It's not ...
What the world wants from Obama: how the junior senator from Illinois has lifted hopes around the globe.(Barack Obama)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A GLOBAL IMPACT Less than two years ago, an energetic but virtually unknown senator from Illinois traveled to South Africa to learn about the growing nation and meet with top officials. Problem was, he had a hard time getting anyone ...
Obama and the world: what the candidate thinks about his global appeal.(Q&A)(Barack Obama)(Interview)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] EBONY magazine senior editor Kevin Chappell accompanied Sen. Barack Obama on his recent international trip and sat down with the candidate to get his thoughts on reactions to his campaign overseas. EBONY: Do you realize how much hope people of ...
The last days of Ike Turner: the story of a rock 'n' roll legend who lived hard, loved life but couldn't quite let go of his past.
Oct 01, 2008; ... Going to jail in 1989 was the best thing that ever happened to Ike Turner. Locked up as prisoner #E4678 at the California Men's Colony in San Luis Obispo, the pioneering rock 'n' roll musician who invented a genre of music and trained several rock legends at his knee, was able ...
Fall for him.(men's clothing)(Buyers guide)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] When cooler weather comes, Brothers definitely want to update their look. Whether it's the addition of a vest or the mix of dressy and casual wardrobe items, it's time to refresh your attire. No need to go trendy. Just look for a few key items--anything ...
Statement jewerly.(Buyers guide)
Oct 01, 2008; ... Toss conservative to the autumn wind and turn up the drama in your wardrobe with statement-making jewelry. Pile on playful pieces like chunky chains, icy arm candy, layered pearls and oversized costume rings that update your look by adding a bit of sass to your signature style. ...
TV with out TV: as Black shows shift online, viewers can tune into the Web to find color.
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This year's fall network TV lineup is looking rather pale. From dramas to comedies, it appears that African-Americans in new, leading roles on network television may sit this season out. In some cases, Black shows or leading Black actors on White shows ...
The best of Africa: from 5-star hotels and restaurants to state-of-the-art golf courses and romantic getaway spots, the Motherland has it all. Charles R. Stith, former U.S. ambassador to Tanzania and president director of the African Presidential Archives and Research Center at Boston University, knows Africa as well as any American and many Africans. Here are his picks for some of Africa's best tourist destinations.(Travel narrative)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] WESTERN MEDIA OUTLETS MOST OFTEN PORTRAY AFRICA, at best, as the land of the exotic or, at worst, a place defined by extreme conditions of disease and natural disasters. Sure Africa has its share of problems. But, the continent is much more than the sum of ...
Robin Roberts shares her breast cancer ordeal: the athletic, forever-upbeat Good Morning America anchor follows her mother's advice to 'make your mess your message.' Following is an excerpt from a new chapter Roberts wrote for the paperback edition of her book, From The Heart: Eight Rules to Live By (Hyperion), due for release this fall.(Excerpt)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] That very night I discovered something that would change my life. I had driven to Connecticut (after the GMA tribute to Joel Siegel) to resume the last week of my vacation. Exhausted from my all-night flight and the emotional drain of the show, I fell ...
Preventing preterm births for Black women: what you can do to reduce risk factors for this serious pregnancy complication.
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Though Jocelyn Hayes-Fields did everything right during her two pregnancies, she's the mother of two children born prematurely who spent a total of 194 days in neonatal units fighting for their lives. She is now a spokesperson about preterm births, and she ...
Laila Ali: mother-to-be gives tips on having an easier, healthier pregnancy.
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Fans of world champion athlete Laila Ali have witnessed her agile skills in the boxing ring and on the dance floor as a Dancing With the Stars finalist. So it's no surprise to see her taking her first pregnancy in stride as well. Ali, 30, and ...
Take control & become your own health advocate!
Oct 01, 2008; ... As women, it seems we are always battling with our bodies. Cholesterol, diabetes, cancer, high blood pressure and stress affect Black women at disproportionate rates. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, most of these ailments, along with lack of exercise ...
The Ebony/Jet Weight-Loss Challenge (Part 2): making progress: after 3 months of trying to change their lives, are the participants losing the pounds?(EBONY/JET CHALLENGE)
Oct 01, 2008; ... Often it's the approach to weight loss that determines whether one will succeed or fail; Attitude, determination and perspective go a long way in ensuring that one keeps on the journey that's often rife with obstacles, temptations mad potential detours. Our five families have had to deal ...
After the verdict, should we continue supporting R. Kelly? No, Amina's story is one reason why.(TWO SIDES)
Oct 01, 2008; ... About 10 years ago I met a girl I'll call Amina. At 12, she was kindhearted and intelligent. She took pride in her skill at weaving intricate cornrow patterns when she braided her friends' hair and she spoke fluent Yoruba--but refused to utter a word in the language for reasons that I ...
After the verdict, should we continue supporting R. Kelly? Yes. Should we act as if it doesn't matter what the court says.(TWO SIDES)
Oct 01, 2008; ... MARV DYSON The jury has ruled in the curious case of R. Kelly and the verdict is "not guilty." But what does that mean for fans of his highly popular music and others in the Black community troubled by the evidence in this case which strongly suggests that Kelly may not be ...
Wireless workouts: exercising with video games can knock out calories.(BODY TALK)(Product/service evaluation)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Plug the game into your TV, pick up a remote control and--using real punches and boxing gloves--step into the ring for a three-minute bout with a German dude named Ivan. Ivan spits. He yells. He hits fast. He ducks. He even knocks you flat on your back, ...
Got mayhem? Call in a parenting coach: when the kids are fighting and life seems unmanageable, your team could use a new game plan.(PARENTING)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The calls come throughout the day and into the night from parents in need of advice. They have questions about everything--from what to do about a newborn who refuses to sleep to how to handle a S-year-old who is turning his kindergarten classroom into a ...
The great cover up.(FASHION FAIR)(jackets and coats)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2008; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] As autumn's chilly breezes start to invade the weather scene, fashion-conscious Sisters are wise to begin to assess their fall and winter wardrobes, especially their outerwear. As you ponder your cover-up options, take inspiration from styles shown on ...
The art of slow cooking.(DATE WITH A DISH)(Recipe)
Oct 01, 2008; ... You hear it all the time, people complaining about not having enough hours in the day to do some of the things they really want to do, and that includes time to prepare the kind of meals that require hours to cook. Enter the slow cooker, one of the best timesaving appliances in the ...