NATIONAL RADIO DAY--HONORING THE MEMORY OF GINA BROWN

NATIONAL RADIO DAY

August 20, 2025

(New Orleans, Louisiana)--This week, I pause to remember my best friend, the late Gina Brown, a true queen of the airwaves.

A proud New Orleans native, Gina had a gift with a microphone that could move souls. She began her journey more than 30 years ago as the smooth Sunday Jazz Brunch host at Ninety-Three Blx in Mobile. And in her final days, she poured her heart into the mic at 102.3 WHIV FM New Orleans, where the mantra is “We honor independent voices.” Gina did just that, leaving her soul in the control room and in the hearts of listeners across the Crescent City.

Her beloved segment, “G’s Corner,” and her golden voice are deeply missed. On this day, we celebrate not just National Radio Day but the legacy of one of the greatest disc jockeys to ever do it, my dear friend, the late, great Gina Brown.

Miss you, babygirl, Varion

ACTOR MALCOM-JAMAL WARNER --GONE TOO SOON!

 MALCOM-JAMAL WARNER  1970-2025

(COSTA RICA, CENTRAL AMERICA)

"Clearly, we thought we had more time!"

The world is in a collective shock today with the heartbreaking news of Malcolm-Jamal Warner's unexpected passing at just 54 years old.  For many of us, Malcom will forever be remembered as the beloved "Theo Huxtable," the quick-witted, warm-hearted son from The Cosby Show who helped redefine the image of the Black Family life on television 

But Malcolm was so much more than a former child star. He was a seasoned actor, a thoughtful director, a gifted musician, and a powerful spoken-word artist. In recent years, he was coming into his own in deeply moving roles that showed the full scope of his talent, roles that proved his range, depth, and staying power in a tough industry. Did you know he won a Grammy?

This news comes as both a surprise and a sorrow. Malcolm had so much more to give, and we all felt there was still more to come. He was a quiet force, a true artist, and a steady presence in our cultural landscape.

Rest in peace, Sweet Prince. Your work here is done, and what a lasting legacy you leave behind.