May, 2025 - Awakened Lounge

The TurfMutt Foundation Reveals Six Park Personality Types

by Awakened LoungeMay 20, 20250 comment

Recent research shows the power of parks in our communities LOUISVILLE, Ky. — From bustling activity hubs to tranquil nature escapes, public parks offer diverse experiences that cater to different preferences. Based on new research conducted for…

19May

Film Producers

Dante James: Using Film as a Spiritual Weapon for Liberation

by Awakened LoungeMay 19, 20250 comment

Cinema Meets Spirit: A Revolutionary Lens on Faith and Freedom For Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Dante James, storytelling is sacred. His films don’t just entertain—they awaken. With decades of experience illuminating Black history through documentaries, James is now…

17May

Creatives on the Go, Film Producers, Writing

Addison Witt: Using Film, Poetry, and Radical Truth to Defend Democracy and Spark Transformation

by Awakened LoungeMay 17, 20250 comment

At the intersection of art, activism, and inner healing stands Addison Witt—a dynamic voice who refuses to be silent in an era of growing censorship and cultural suppression. This summer, the award-winning actor, educator, and political poet…

10May

Film Producers, Mental Health

Why America Desperately Needs PBS

by Frederick JosephMay 10, 20250 comment

On Truth, Our Collective Memory, and the Potential Loss of PBS When I was small, in those hazy, delicate years before I learned to fear the world, I spent many afternoons on my grandmother’s floor, holding tightly…

08May

Events, Wellness

Third Annual Roosevelt Muhammad Community Day a Joyful Success

by Awakened LoungeMay 8, 2025

The Third Annual Roosevelt Muhammad Community Day brought together nearly 200 children and families for a vibrant day of unity, healing, and celebration. The event was led by the Addressing Mass Incarceration strategy team, with Lease Youmans…

06May

Film Producers

Don’t Blink: Deon Taylor & Tommy Oliver’s New HEFG Thriller DON’T OPEN THE DOOR Promises Tension and Twists

by Awakened LoungeMay 6, 2025

In a bold collaboration poised to shake up the horror genre, acclaimed filmmaker Deon Taylor is stepping behind the camera once again for Don’t Open the Door, a psychological thriller set in the soul-rich streets of South…

06May

Business

Holy Hustle: Black Founder Brings ChurchSpace to Detroit with $1.2M Boost and Major Backing!

by Awakened LoungeMay 6, 2025

In a world where Black founders still receive less than 1% of venture capital, seeing a company rise with both purpose and power is nothing short of revolutionary. ChurchSpace, a mission-led tech platform designed to reimagine how…

05May

Places to Go, Travel News

Big Bear Lake is Nominated for Best Lake in U.S.

by Awakened LoungeMay 5, 2025

Big Bear Lake Nominated for Best Lake and Best for Water Sports in the Nation Big Bear Lake, Calif. May 5, 2025 – Big Bear Lake is once again on the slate for USA TODAY's 10Best Readers'…

05May

Uncategorized

Carnival Vibes & Caribbean Stars: St. Thomas Village 2025 Was a Whole Vibe!

by Awakened LoungeMay 5, 2025

The 2025 St. Thomas Carnival closed out a vibrant week of celebration, culture, and music, leaving both residents and visitors with memories that will last a lifetime. Powered by the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism, this…

05May

Creatives on the Go

Gaga in Rio: When Music Becomes Medicine

by Awakened LoungeMay 5, 2025

On May 4, 2025, over 1.5 million people filled Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro—not just for a concert, but for a moment. Lady Gaga's return to Brazil after over a decade was more than a headline—it…