Culture

Pregnant at 40: Good News, Bad News

In this week's "Pregnant at 40" series, Shon Gables finds out some good news - and some challenging news. The lessons learned are invaluable.

Rae Lewis-Thornton: “We’ve got to make AIDS an honest discussion”

She was diagnosed with HIV in 1986. Almost 25 years later Rae Lewis-Thornton is alive and well and teaching the young and the old that no one is immune to the disease. She talks with NewNaturalista about her diagnosis and her plea to black America - "The denial is killing us."

From Abu Dhabi With Love…

Even though the new "Sex and The City" movie is set in Abu Dhabi - it's been banned there! Some say it paints a distorted view of the region. Naturalista Kera Thompson lives there and loves it! She gives us a snapshot of this exotic location!

VIDEO: Rene Syler “Imperfection Is The New Black”

Television personality Rene Syler sits down with NewNaturalista to talk hair, health and why (when it comes to motherhood) "imperfection is the new black."

Janelle Monae “The ArchAndroid”

Janelle Monae's latest offering creates a visual audio experience, a mix of genres that's sure to entertain...

VIDEO: The Dynamic Farai Chideya

Before there was a name for it, Farai Chideya was a "multimedia journalist." She is one of the most important voices of our time, giving her critical perspective of the American diaspora. Chideya discusses her dynamic career and her journey towards self acceptance with NewNaturalista.

Herbal Essentials – A Visit To “The Herbalist”

NewNaturalista takes you to The Herbalist - a Seattle gem offering herbal remedies and alternative medicines.

VIDEO: Sit Down With Natural Chica!

Natural hair blogger Mae from naturalchica.com spent a few days here in my neck of the woods - Seattle! I had to track her down for a little "hair talk" - and boy did we talk!

Toronto, Ontario Here We Come!

NewNaturalista is headed to Toronto and we'd love to hear all about your favorite places to see, eat and SHOP!

Sister Soldier Project

Our "sister soldiers" need pampering too! Find out how you can help our overseas sisters with the essentials...

In The Fold – Recycled Clothing Sculpture

A monumental sculpture - made of 3,615 pounds of clothing! How was it done and what is the message?

Artist Brianna Mccarthy – Passion Fruit

Like her favorite fruit, artist Brianna Mccarthy is vibrant - her illustrations awaken the senses, lively, sweet and colorful. Her motto: More fruit, more passion, more life.