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New Streaming Platform 'BLKFAM' Launches with Bias-Free Content for Black Families

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BLKFAM, the first and only Black-owned, Black-focused family streaming platform, launches today. BLKFAM entertains, educates, and celebrates Black American family-friendly content, sharing authentic, inclusive stories incorporating radical diversity, equity, inclusion and empowerment, with compelling original series, animation, syndicated shows, documentaries and more. Founded by digital media veteran Larry Adams, the ad-supported, free streaming service launches with equity partner Whoopi Goldberg.

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  • BLKFAM, partnered with Whoopi Goldberg, is the first and only Black-owned, Black-focused family streaming platform with empowering and diverse content
    NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BLKFAM, the first and only Black-owned, Black-focused family streaming platform, launches today.
  • Founded by digital media veteran Larry Adams, the ad-supported, free streaming service launches with equity partner Whoopi Goldberg.
  • BLKFAM addresses this underserved market by bringing family-friendly, data-backed unbiased content to streaming.
  • BLKFAM has partnered with The Africa Channel to bring content amplifying stories from the global Black diaspora to the new platform.

LATV Launches New Series 'Royal T', Celebrating the Worldwide Trans and Non-Binary Community

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Monday, November 27, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a continued push to elevate diverse programming, Latino Alternative Television (www.latv.com), the leading English-speaking Gen Z and Millennial Latino entertainment network in the nation, and the second-largest U.S Hispanic-focused digital network, will premiere "Royal T" on November 28. Hosted by Queen Victoria Ortega, the series is an inspiring, fun, and fierce half-hour talk show honoring excellence in the trans and non-binary community.

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  • Hosted by Queen Victoria Ortega, the series is an inspiring, fun, and fierce half-hour talk show honoring excellence in the trans and non-binary community.
  • "Royal T" is the latest big title series from LATV's LGBTQ+ content under the umbrella of the network's "LATV Queer" programming.
  • "I've always loved that we have the platform at LATV to create opportunities that allow us the privilege to work with these diverse communities," says Andres Palencia, CEO of LATV.
  • "Royal T" will blend Queen Victoria Ortega's brand of "get it done" service and community activism with her trademark spicy wit, broad knowledge, and connection to the trans and non-binary community.

The Hub Craft Announces Partnership with Major Bloom

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Thursday, December 16, 2021
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The Hub Craft is proud to announce manufacturing and retail partnerships with Worcester based, Major Bloom

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  • Fitchburg, Massachusetts--(Newsfile Corp. - December 16, 2021) - The Hub Craft, LLC, a Massachusetts cannabis company announced today a retail and manufacturing partnership with Worcester-based, Major Bloom.
  • By collaborating with Major Bloom, The Hub Craft gains a critical partner in launching their limited-edition celebrity pre rolls, representing Paul Pierce, Whoopi Goldberg, Gary Payton, and Freeway Rick Ross.
  • The Hub Craft and Major Bloom team with Paul Pierce at Major Bloom's Worcester location.
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    "Major Bloom is a perfect partner for The Hub Craft," says Noni Goldman, The Hub Craft's Chief Operating Officer.

Broadcast Travel Expert Recommends Whoopi Goldberg’s Passport Predicament Solution

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
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BOSTON, July 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Whoopi Goldberg, ABCs The Views moderator, yesterday decried lengthy delays to get a US Passport.

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  • BOSTON, July 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Whoopi Goldberg, ABCs The Views moderator, yesterday decried lengthy delays to get a US Passport.
  • Radio and TV show host , travel expert Stephanie Abrams , now in her 20th year broadcasting travel information and rated one of the 100 Most Powerful Women in Travel by Travel Agent Magazine, reports that travel professionals know how to circumvent delays.
  • A sharp travel advisor, Abrams explains, would steer Whoopi to a passport expediter or would do the job!
  • Im certain Whoopi and her fans would love to know how to bypass long waiting periods and obtain a passport in four business days!

2021 Tribeca Film Festival Premieres Short Documentary “Nando” by New York Film Academy Alumni Alec Cutter and Igal Albala

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Thursday, June 10, 2021
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New York, June 10, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New York Film Academy (NYFA) is excited to congratulate alumni Alec Cutter and Igal Albala on the upcoming world premiere of their short documentary Nando at the prestigious Tribeca Film Festival.

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  • New York, June 10, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New York Film Academy (NYFA) is excited to congratulate alumni Alec Cutter and Igal Albala on the upcoming world premiere of their short documentary Nando at the prestigious Tribeca Film Festival.
  • We are thrilled to have our first independent film premiering at Tribeca, said Alec.
  • It means so much that Nando and the favela community of Mangueira will have their story told to the world.
  • New York Film Academy congratulates the outstanding achievement of alumni Alec Cutter and Igal Albala, who will join an incredible group of creators at Tribeca this year, including Lin-Manuel Miranda, Whoopi Goldberg, Steven Soderbergh, Jon M. Chu, and Blondie.

The Hub Craft Announces Licensing Agreement with Whoopi Goldberg

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
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The Hub Craft proudly announces the launch of Emma & Clyde by WHOOPFAM in Massachusetts

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  • b'Fitchburg,\xc2\xa0Massachusetts--(Newsfile Corp. - May 19, 2021) - The Hub Craft, LLC, a Massachusetts cannabis company announced today that Whoopi Goldberg\'s elevated and socially conscious cannabis product line will be exclusively licensed through The Hub Craft and distributed throughout the state of Massachusetts.
  • Emma & Clyde, Whoopi\'s lifestyle management brand, is named after her late mother and brother.\n"I am thrilled to be working with the Hub Craft and see the great response from the MA dispensaries about this collaboration with The Hub Craft," says Goldberg.
  • "Whoopi Goldberg\'s newest foray into the cannabis space after the groundbreaking Whoopi & Maya, has her paired with The Hub Craft to bring WHOOPFAM to the forefront, along with their signature brand Emma & Clyde.
  • "Our organization is honored to announce Ms Goldberg as the first of many celebrities in collaboration with The Hub Craft.

Introducing Black Cannabis Magazine, a New Media Venture Launching on 420

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Monday, April 19, 2021
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and entertainment manager Hazey Taughtme today announced the launch of Black Cannabis Magazine, a new media venture reporting on the culture and contributions of Black, Indigenous, and people of color across the burgeoning cannabis industry.

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  • and entertainment manager Hazey Taughtme today announced the launch of Black Cannabis Magazine, a new media venture reporting on the culture and contributions of Black, Indigenous, and people of color across the burgeoning cannabis industry.
  • The first print and digital issue of the magazine will launch on April 20th (4/20) and features artist and entrepreneur Whoopi Goldberg on the cover.\n"It\'s an honor to grace the very first cover of Black Cannabis Magazine," said Goldberg.
  • I founded Black Cannabis Magazine as a must-read cultural hub and content mecca highlighting Black excellence in cannabis.
  • For more information, visit www.blackcannabismagazine.com .\nBlack Cannabis Magazine is the first quarterly print and digital publication by and for people of color in cannabis.

24 Hours of “Ghost” for the First Time Ever on Cable

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Friday, February 12, 2021
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To wrap up MTVs Love Gone Wrong week, for the first time ever, the network will air the iconic movie Ghost for 24 hours starting Saturday, February 13th at 7PM ET/PT ending Sunday, February 14th at 7PM ET/PT for Valentines Day.

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  • To wrap up MTVs Love Gone Wrong week, for the first time ever, the network will air the iconic movie Ghost for 24 hours starting Saturday, February 13th at 7PM ET/PT ending Sunday, February 14th at 7PM ET/PT for Valentines Day.
  • Viewers can test their knowledge of the 1990 romantic classic starring Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore, Whoopi Goldberg, and Tony Goldwyn with on-air trivia that highlights facts about the cast, the film itself, and some little-known info that scrolls as the movie plays.
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Whoopi Goldberg Launches DUBGEE

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Wednesday, May 15, 2019
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NEW YORK, May 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Whoopi Goldberg, in partnership with The Powell Companies Real, LLC , announced the launch of her first fashion brand, DUBGEE .

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  • NEW YORK, May 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Whoopi Goldberg, in partnership with The Powell Companies Real, LLC , announced the launch of her first fashion brand, DUBGEE .
  • "This line sprang from the idea that you should not be afraid of or feel bad about what is in your closet," said Whoopi Goldberg, Founder of DUBGEE.
  • Inspired, designed and created by Whoopi Goldberg, DUBGEE is a national fashion brand in partnership with The Powell Companies Real, LLC.
  • Current brands include DUBGEE by Whoopi, Alessandra Belle, Legionwear, Whitney Morgan, and numerous private label brands.

Elisabeth Hasselbeck to Visit Books-A-Million for Book Signing on April 3

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Tuesday, March 19, 2019
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In her latest book, the Emmy Award-winning talk show host and former broadcaster presents a deeply intimate journey of her faith and the pivotal moments that tested and strengthened her relationship with God along the way.

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  • In her latest book, the Emmy Award-winning talk show host and former broadcaster presents a deeply intimate journey of her faith and the pivotal moments that tested and strengthened her relationship with God along the way.
  • My hope has been that my vision would move further away from my own thoughts, opinions and interpretations and closer to the way God sees things.
  • Mentored professionally and personally, Hasselbeck shares relationships with Barbara Walters, Kathie Lee Gifford, Whoopie Goldberg, Steve Doocy and Brian Kilmeade.
  • She is married to former NFL quarterback and current ESPN NFL analyst Tim Hasselbeck, and they have three children Grace, Taylor and Isaiah.