Gospel

(ThyBlackMan.com) The world will miss Pope Francis. In fact, it already does. After having already battled pneumonia, the pontiff passed away on April 21st due to complications from a stroke. Francis was the first pope from Latin America – and the first from outside Europe in roughly thirteen hundred years. He is being fondly remembered and mourned well beyond the borders of the Catholic Church.   Pope Francis was a case […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Feeling overwhelmed lately? Like your mind’s constantly running in the background, even when you’re supposed to be off the clock? You’re not alone. Whether it’s after a long shift, during a quiet weekend, or in that short window between dinner and sleep, finding simple ways to unwind matters more than ever. Everyone is looking for small habits that bring comfort and calm, without disrupting their whole routine. That’s where […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) In today’s competitive marketplace, branded merchandise is more than just a logo on a t-shirt or pen—it’s a physical extension of your brand identity. When done right, merchandise has the power to foster loyalty, create lasting impressions, and even start conversations that extend far beyond the initial point of contact. But what exactly makes some branded items memorable, while others are quickly forgotten or discarded? Let’s explore the key […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Michael McDonald, one of my hometown buddies from St. Louis and of the Doobie Brothers fame once said in a song: “What a fool believes he sees, no wiseman has the power to reason away; ‘cause what seems to be is always better than nothing at all.”  What a Fool Believes is one of the Doobie Brothers top songs and how appropriate it is for Roland Martin. Martin is […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) There’s a certain mood only Johnny Mathis can create. You hear that first note—soft, romantic, almost whispered—and suddenly the world slows down. Whether it’s playing through a vintage hi-fi system or quietly looping through your earbuds, his music has a way of finding you when you need it most. For me, Johnny’s voice has always felt like a warm light in the corner of a room—subtle, but impossible to […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Shannon Sharpe, the Hall of Fame tight end turned popular sports broadcaster, is now facing a storm that could shake the very foundation of his career. Known for his sharp tongue, undeniable charisma, and infectious laugh on shows like Undisputed and Nightcap, Sharpe now finds himself battling serious allegations that many fear could derail everything he’s built in broadcasting and beyond. On Sunday, Sharpe was hit with a lawsuit […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) I have previously written about the dangerous consequences of America intentionally sabotaging its “soft power.” Doing so has occasioned an opportunity for Russia and China to assume more prominent roles in the mediation, adjudication, and manipulation of global affairs. These two nations are not merely our political and economic rivals; they actively undermine our national security. To our great detriment, we aid and abet them. Further, President Donald Trump’s […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) In today’s fast-paced digital world, businesses of all sizes face an ever-growing threat of cyberattacks. From ransomware to phishing scams, cybercriminals are continuously coming up with new ways to breach security defenses. If you’re relying solely on traditional security measures to protect your organization, you might be leaving yourself vulnerable. This is where Managed Detection and Response (MDR) comes in. More than just a cybersecurity solution, MDR offers an […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) The first time I saw Prince in purple, I automatically assumed it was in honor of the Minnesota Vikings we admired during our youth. On this day (April 21) in 2016, the world lost one of the greatest musical polymaths to have lived – Prince Rogers Nelson. Born four years before me on June 7, 1958, in Minneapolis, where he was raised and lived the majority of his life, he signed a […]