Author Archives: the cherie bomb

Ease Into Monday: “Fly Like An Eagle” With The Steve Miller Band

Posted on by

0

I want to feed the babies Who can’t get enough to eat I want to shoe the children New shoes on their feet I want to house the people Living in the street Oh, there’s a solution I want to fly … Continue reading →

Remember Val the Bartender? She wrote a book about Hillary Clinton—sort of

Posted on by

1

For the election that never ended, what better way to calm our nerves than with a nice, strong cocktail? What’s the harm? We’re already experiencing a year-long hangover, anyway. And, really, has there been a single day since Trump and … Continue reading →

The Night I Met Jesus in West Hollywood: We Broke Bread, He Walked Me Home and Healed My Back

Posted on by

4

I’m not religious, but I found Jesus—on the corner of Robertson Boulevard and Melrose Avenue in West Hollywood in front of Cecconi’s Restaurant. It was a warm summer evening and we were taking a stroll, talking about the uniqueness of … Continue reading →

Ease Into The Weekend with “So Clear” by Kraak & Smaak | Music

Posted on by

0

After a tumultuous week in Trump’s America, let’s ease into the weekend with a super-chill song by Kraak & Smaak and dedicate it to Heather Heyer. Stop for a moment, close your eyes, and send her love as we carry on. Resist! Continue reading →

On This Day, 1946, Linda Ronstadt was born. A look back at this famous Mexican-American singer’s illustrious career. Viva!

Posted on by

0

On This Day, 1946, Linda Ronstadt was born. A look back at this famous Mexican-American singer’s illustrious career. Viva! Continue reading →

56 Years Ago in the United States: A “Colored” Person Could Be Arrested For Using A “White” Bathroom

Posted on by

0

Be like Lewis! Always fight the Good Fight. History will be on your side. #GoodTrouble 56 years ago today I was released from Parchman Penitentiary after being arrested in Jackson, MS for using a "white" restroom. #goodtrouble pic.twitter.com/Y6UeilFa5u — John … Continue reading →

Walter Cronkite’s and Peter Jenning’s Yellow Journalism Nightmare

Posted on by

0

We, the People, must Resist yellow journalism. We, the People, must know the difference. And, it is our responsibility to seek out the truth because only the truth will keep us Free.

Continue reading →

The Evolution of Bill Maher

Posted on by

0

June 9th was Bill Maher’s first time back in front of his “Real Time” audience following his use of the n-word the previous week on the show. He used his airtime time wisely. Not only did he sincerely apologize, more importantly, he … Continue reading →

Ease into Monday with Tupac: “To Live In Die In L.A.” (music)

Posted on by

0

It’s time to ease into Monday with some music after an intense weekend remembering The Los Angeles Uprising — the largest civil unrest in American history. This weekend brought back memories of: The killing of Latasha Harlins, the 15-year-old school … Continue reading →

Remembering Marlene Dietrich On Her 115th Birthday

Remembering Marlene Dietrich On Her 115th Birthday

Posted on by

0

REAL WOMEN WEAR PANTSUITS! An original who is still remembered on her 115th birthday, Marlene Dietrich — the honorary Grand Dame of Pantsuit Nation — was born in Berlin, Germany on December 29, 1901.   In 1930, Dietrich wore a … Continue reading →

First Trump Came for Mexicans, but I Didn’t Speak Up Because I Wasn’t Mexican. Then They Came for Me — and by That Time, No One was Left to Speak Up

Posted on by

0

This poster was purchased at Revolution Books on Durant and Telegraph in Berkeley, and I had it on my wall throughout college. I suppose I was attracted to message because I am a journalist and a writer, so it’s fundamental … Continue reading →