Before the claims of voter fraud due to panic at the polls coming out of the American elections process, there was voter suppression.... and outright denial of rights. Compare this historic account to the concern over the growth of 'minority' blocks that today can powerfully sway the vote in … [Read more...]
The Fatimas embrace a plus-size world of dance
March 12, 2012 By
The Fatimas, a vivacious plus-size belly dance troupe with its ever-changing line up of members from Los Angeles, Orange and San Bernardino counties, has been entertaining and inspiring audiences all over Southern California for more than 20 years. … [Read more...]
Bump and grind still going strong in the shadow of Colorado’s peaks
January 30, 2012 By
Lola Spitfire’s emergence as a talented and vivacious burlesque performer and trainer comes from more than 20 years of classic drama and theater experience. Spitfire participated in the traditional performance arts classes. She went on to the Conservatory of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts … [Read more...]
Ana Vergara: Beauty Bridging Communities
January 13, 2012 By
“Business is a very intense experience. Lots of people say they want my life and would like to join us. What they need to understand it that you have to hustle. It’s easy to be lazy. Having your own company is a responsibility. It makes you sit up and take stock as you figure out, how am I going … [Read more...]
Ana Vergara: Beauty and Beyond in Business
January 11, 2012 By
“Anyone who knows me knows I like bling,” says Ana Vergara, hair and makeup stylist. … [Read more...]
Ana Vergara: Beauty and the Business
January 9, 2012 By
“Make-up and Hair with a Hollywood Flair” is one of the descriptive phrases linked to Classic Glamour Dolls Inc. The California-based company is headed by Ana Miriam Vergara, known online as ‘CGD Ana’ who will easily add, “If you need us, we’ll come to you.” … [Read more...]
Fascinating People: Carl Prine Part 2
November 27, 2011 By
Carl Prine is qualified. No matter how he downplays his unique skill and perspective in the continuation of the interview with Helena Kaufman on the writing life. … [Read more...]
Fascinating People: Carl Prine Part 1
November 26, 2011 By
It was a daunting task to snag Carl Prine, a journalist with the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, for an interview. First of all, he is extraordinarily prolific and very passionate about the subjects he writes about. This makes him a very busy guy—one is hesitant to disturb. Visit the Pittsburgh … [Read more...]
Fascinating People: Nate Brookshire—A Modern Man in the Military
November 11, 2011 By
Captain Nathan Edward Brookshire is currently an active duty commissioned officer with the US Army. He has served for 21 years with multiple deployments to numerous combat zones. … [Read more...]
Fascinating People: Sam Childers—Machine Gun Preacher
November 7, 2011 By
The catchy tagline is for Machine Gun Preacher, a movie that’s more than a Hollywood story starring Gerard Butler. It is the extraordinary real life tale of Sam Childers, a troubled teen, son of a former marine. He is the quintessential bad boy turned drug dealer, Hells Angels biker, and … [Read more...]
