Monthly Archives: June 2009

Martha Cooper’s “The Hip Hop Files”

As fate would have it, New York Post photographer Martha Cooper stumbled upon a young artist in the late ’70s who opened her eyes to a stunning new form of expression. What began as simple curiosity evolved into the extensive documentation of a global phenomenon. Here, Current TV user ThomasGreen tells the story of how [...]

Get Involved: Stoked Mentoring

For young people in Los Angeles and New York, Stoked Mentoring flips the rush of action sports to benefit a good cause. Back in 2004, founder Steve Larosiliere struck on the idea of sharing his passion for snowboarding through a mentoring program that exposes disadvantaged youth to the outdoors and the challenge of a ride. [...]

Get Involved: Books Not Bars

These days, activism and public service are essential to the country’s rebuilding process. Books Not Bars, an organization founded by the Oakland-based Ella Baker Center for Human Rights, is dedicated to the alternative rehabilitation of California’s youth, and to the concept of community service.
Looking to remedy the state’s inhumane juvenile justice system (where troubled kids [...]

The Top 5 Movies You Should See…Now

The trailers for this year’s summer blockbusters are already getting us geared up for popcorn in front the big screen, but honestly…screw the big screen. These five obscure films have enough plot twists, romance, and stunning visuals to keep you entertained all summer long.

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Combine a great story with stunning visuals, and you generally [...]

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