63.9 Spartan Echo

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Vol. 63, Issue 9

03.04.16

The “real” deal: An exclusive interview with Phaedra Parks by Shareen Nicholson On Wednesday, Feb. 17, attorney and reality television personality Phaedra Parks came to Norfolk State University as part of NSU’s L.E.A.D. Speaker Series. She came and discussed goal setting, entrepreneurship and how individuals can live out their dreams. In an exclusive interview with the Spartan Echo, she

went more in depth about herself and how to be successful. Spartan Echo: How did you transition from working behind the scenes in TV to being right in the face of it all? Phaedra Parks: I’ve been in TV for several years. People that have followed my career have seen me as a commentator for cases

as big as Michael Jackson’s trial as well as reality shows such as “Tiny and Toya” and “Being Bobby Brown” (as well as) several court shows that I helped produce as well as worked on. Pretty much I’ve done every job behind the scenes, as an attorney and a producer and then, of course, the opportuniPhaedra Parks is an entertainment attorney, television show ty presented itself to be in producer, and reality TV star. Photo from http://www.phaecontinued on p. 2 draparks.com.

Beyoncé’s ‘Formation’: A black power anthem by Tyeka M. Bailey

Beyonce’s Superbowl 50 Halftime performance is met with a lot of controversy. Photo from http://www. facebook.com/NFL/photos_stream.

Of course by now you’ve heard Beyoncé’s new song “Formation,” as well as seen the politically-charged music video. In a surprise move, she released the video the night before Super Bowl 50. As in usual Beyoncé fashion, the song has caused a stir throughout the United States. The song has been a

trending topic ever since. The song embodies the significance of being black in America. It’s a call for African-Americans to embrace their black identity, their roots, history, and their future. The video addresses many issues such as police brutality, and the aftermath of what happened after continued on p. 3

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