Kalee Blake, Author at American Urban Radio Networks

9 Essentials for a 4th of July Cookout

Kalee Blake July 2, 2025

Where freedom meets family, flavor, and a little Frankie Beverly & Maze. 1. The Cookout Fit (That You Know You Planned Weeks Ago)Whether it’s a

Kids raising hands during a lesson at an elementary school

Fathers Who Father the Community: Celebrating the Men Who Show Up for Us All

Kalee Blake June 12, 2025

Not all father figures are defined by DNA. In neighborhoods across the country, especially in Black and Brown communities, some of the most powerful examples

AURN Kicks Off Black Music Month With Star-Studded “Versuz” Bracket

Kalee Blake June 4, 2025

To celebrate Black Music Month, AURN is turning up the volume with a special tribute to iconic artists across genres and generations — and it’s

Church Hats Carry History, Culture and Pride in the Black Community

Kalee Blake April 16, 2025

For generations, the tradition of wearing elaborate hats to church has held deep cultural significance, particularly in African American communities. Often called “crowns,” these ornate

Black Women Are Disappearing From Film and TV

Kalee Blake March 28, 2025

Film and television have long served as a pivotal platform for representation, reflecting the cultural evolution of multiple generations. In the late ’80s and ’90s,

Disney’s Snow White Remake Makes an Impression

Kalee Blake March 19, 2025

The fairest of all films is here! Disney’s Snow White is the upcoming live-action adaptation of the 1937 animated classic, directed by Marc Webb, with

The 2025 Oscar Nominees!

Kalee Blake January 23, 2025

The 2025 Academy Award nominations have arrived. A year of incomparable story-telling came down to the votes of a privileged few, even with the voting

One of Them Days Film Review: Keke Palmer and SZA Make A Hilariously Heartfelt Duo

Kalee Blake January 15, 2025

“One of Them Days” brings the endlessly talented Keke Palmer and SZA together for a buddy comedy film unlike any other. SZA, who dominated the

The NAACP Image Awards Nominations Have Been Revealed

Kalee Blake January 7, 2025

The NAACP Image Award nominations have been announced today, with our favorite Black entertainers being honored for their achievements in film, television, music and directing.