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The Black Joy Project is an extension of author Kleaver Cruz’s real-world initiative of the same name. An educator and activist, in their book Cruz shines a light on Black joy as a revolutionary act and a source of healing and regeneration for Black people of all backgrounds and identities. International in scale, fist-raising in the prose, and chockfull of gorgeous works by dozens of acclaimed artists, The Black Joy Project does what no other book has ever done in words and art, putting joy on the same track as protest and resistance. This event was recorded live on November 19, 2024.

The first ever children's book by bestselling writer, feminist, and activist Rebecca Walker tells an endearing story of mother and son in Time For Us, set on the island of Maui in Hawai'i. Six-year-old Jackson is bored, but his mama is too busy working to play with him. Jackson is patient until his favorite time of day—when his mama spends time with him in a magical garden right outside their door. On An Evening with AphroChic we discuss the inspiration for Walker's inaugural children's book and how it draws on the theory that just 20 minutes of quality time a day, between caregiver and child, nurtures and benefits their relationship in many different ways. This event was recorded live on October 24, 2024.

In The African Decor Edit, author Nasozi Kakembo shares her deep knowledge of ethically sourced and aesthetically elevated heritage wares. Through xN Studio, her interior design and product design practice, Nasozi collaborates with artisans throughout Africa, and hers is the rare design book that delves into the origin and meaning behind the furnishings and accessories shown. On An Evening with AphroChic we'll speak with Nasozi about the artisans presented, their stories, and how African wares can be a beautiful part of a home's story in thoughtful and ethical ways. This event was recorded live on October 17, 2024.

Augusta Savage was the first person in the U.S. to open a gallery dedicated to African American art. A Harlem Renaissance sculptor and art educator, she was also one of the first Black women art activists of her time and fought for the inclusion of Black artists in the mainstream canon. The film explores Savage's legacy, and why her artwork has been largely erased. Stream the the director's cut and Jeanine Hays and Bryan Mason's converation with Sandra Rattley and Charlotte Mangin of Audacious Women Productions. This event was recorded live on October 10, 2024.

Tour the Brooklyn home of celebrated actor, Danielle Brooks, designed by AphroChic.

HGTV's Sneak Peek with AphroChic tours the warm and worldly Maryland home of Nasozi Kakembo, founder of xN Studio.

French-Senegalese photographer, Delphine Diallo, gives AphroChic a tour of her Brooklyn apartment.

HGTV'S Sneak Peek with AphroChic tours the colorful and eclectic Brooklyn home of Cyndie Spiegel, best-selling author of Microjoys: Finding Hope (Especially) When Life Is Not Okay, and A Year of Positive Thinking: Daily Inspiration, Wisdom & Courage.

Reuben Reuel, creative director of the womenswear brand Demestik, takes us inside his Brooklyn apartment and studio.

HGTV'S Sneak Peek with AphroChic tours Krystle DeSantos's vintage girl cave in The Bronx, New York.

HGTV's Sneak Peek with AphroChic tours the modern, traditional, European-inspired home of Camille and Joe Simmons in Long Beach, California.

Chef Diavanna Zarzuela shares her recipe for Arroz Con Pollo, a delicious rice with chicken dish that you can enjoy throughout the year.

AphroChic partnered with Amazon Home to show you how to create a modern Kwanzaa display for the holiday season.

Camille Simmons of Planning Pretty shows you how to make the perfect Navy Grog for your next event.

Mikel Welch, Jerome Lamaar, James Bianca, Krystle DeSantos and friends gather for an elegant dinner party on the beach in Sag Harbor that features a stunning tabletop display by John Goodman.

Kim Myles, Kalyn Chandler, Curtiss Cook, Jr., and a group of friends, come together with AphroChic and Thermador to discuss what makes life's moments exceptional.

The Black Community of Baltimore, Maryland, one of the nation’s largest, was deeply affected by the COVID-19 crisis. Efforts at widespread vaccination among the city's Black residents have been largely successful, owing in large part to a unique partnership between the Baltimore City Health Department, extensive medical and academic institutions and members of the Black community. What reluctance remains around vaccination is primarily due to historic mistrust of the medical community, which is itself rooted in a deep history of mistreatment and neglect. This is a hurt that must be addressed if Baltimore is to heal from this terrible pandemic. Bryan Mason and Jeanine Hays of AphroChic teamed with editor Tahir Juba and music composer John Tyler - both Baltimoreans - to produce a short documentary film aimed at collecting, acknowledging and addressing community concerns around vaccination, highlighting the city's accomplishments, recognizing the hard history of medical mistreatment of Black people and presenting the facts of vaccination, not as a government mandate, but as a vital act of being a part of Baltimore’s Black community and protecting it.