Let's Talk: Black & White

A lot of people in our day in age enjoy gaming, and everyone has their own preference of what type of gaming they like of course. An all-time favorite which I think everyone can agree on is Fortnite. Fortnite has swept the nation off its feet and has fans all over the world. But for black people, in particular, I have seen a lot of guys play NBA2K, Madden, Call of Duty, or Grand Theft Auto (GTA), just to name a few.  via GIPHY Boys, in particular, have been known to be the ultimate game-players; and for some reason, they believe they can multitask while playing "the game". You could be talking to a boy while he's playing the game and he'll reply to everything your saying but won't retain a word. Or sometimes who get those that when their talking, in the middle of their sentence they will pause and go into a black stare with the game looking just like this 😮. Then when you try to end the conversation they beg you to stay and talk to them.... but they never ...

The best thing about video games is not winning them, but being able to see grown men have a mental breakdown because they lost. 🤣 The internet has provided us with plenty of videos of white men/boys freaking out over a video game and loosing their sh#t. via GIPHY Here is an example of how a white boy acts when he looses a video game: No one knows why white boys get so upset over a video game, but we can all agree that: Its annoying  Its sad to watch  Its not that serious 

Music for white people can include genres such as country, alternative, classical, EDM, pop, and rap. Depending on the person their taste in music will vary. Although not everyones music taste is the same there are just some songs that continue to make white people go crazy. via GIPHY Songs That Make White People Go Crazy: Don't Stop Believin' - Journey Bohemian Rhapsody - Queen Livin' on a Prayer - Bon Jovi  Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond  A Thousand Miles - Vanessa Carlton Ice Ice Baby - Vanilla Ice Never Gonna Give You Up - Rick Astley Eye of The Tiger - Survivor  We Will Rock You - Queen This Is How We Do It - Montell Jordan  Sweet Home Alabama - Lynyrd Skynyrd   Take Me Home, Country Roads - John Denver Here is a link to Spotify's list of white people music that never fail to make white people turnt. No matter what music you listen too go stupid, go crazy, get turnt and sing your heart out. 

Love For Music via GIPHY The love for music runs deep within the Black community; it is all around us. Back in the day, music started as a way to portray a message of self-expression. Still to this day, our music has been able to speak volumes while having a good beat to rock to. Now there is a common misconception that ' Black people only listen to Rap, Hip Hop, and R&B'  when that is definitely not true. Our music palette is much more diverse than what people think. Some genres that most African Americans enjoy listening to are: Blues Jazz Gospel Hip Hop R&B  Pop Rap/Trap Music Now the type of genres a person likes to listen to can also depend on their age group as well. For example, my parents don't like listening to a lot of Rap and Hip Hop. They are more of Jazz, Blues, and Gospel lovers. Don't get me wrong though, there are a few out there who enjoy genres like country, rock, and EDM. I'm just not one of them lol; unless it's Ol...

Greek Life at colleges and universities is a very popular extra curricular activity for students to take part in. Depending on the school, there are many Greek Life groups which students can choose from that fit their opinions and outlook on issues. Joining a fraternity or a sorority allows for students to meet new people and stay involved in the school and community. National Panhellenic Conference The National Panhellic Conference is an organization that oversees 26 sororities. The NPC advises the sororities so that they can lead an experience that is positive for the members and helps them learn and grow together. The NPC has been overseeing sororities for 115 year on 670+ campuses. If you are looking to join a sorority at your school check out  National Panhellenic Conference  website to find out if Greek Life is for you. North American Interfraternity Conference The North American Interfraternity Conference is an organization that oversees 66 fraternities. The NI...

Black Greeks One of the many exciting things about college and campus life is Greek life. Depending on the type of school you go to, you could have organizations from the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC). The National Pan-Hellenic Council is a group of nine historically black Greek organizations consisting of five fraternities and four sororities, also known as "The Divine Nine" or "D9". The organizations include: Alpha Phi Alpha https://apa1906.net/ Founded in 1906 Colors: Black and Gold Symbol: Great Sphinx of Giza Mascot: The Ape  Alpha Kappa Alpha  http://aka1908.com/ Founded in 1908 Colors: Pink and Ivy green Symbol: Ivy leaf Kappa Alpha Psi https://kap.site-ym.com/ Founded in 1911 Colors: Crimson and Cream Symbol: Diamond Omega Psi Phi https://www.oppf.org/ Founded in 1911 Colors: Purple and Gold Symbol: Lamp Mascot: Dogs Delta Sigma Theta https://www.deltasigmatheta.org/ Founded in 1913 Colors: Crimson and Crea...

Since the start of sports in America only white athletes were allowed to participate in sports such as football, baseball, basketball, soccer, field hockey, softball etc. Around the 1950's that all changed when Jackie Robinson became the first black man to enter the baseball field and help make a path for black athletes all over the world to enter white dominated sports.  In present day sports both basketball and football are dominated by black athletes. They fill 80% of the NBA roster and 67% of the NFL roster. It's not that white athletes in these sports aren't good, but they aren't trying out for the sport in high school or college where they will get noticed by scouts.  via GIPHY In one survey taken at a high school 40% of the black students played basketball while only 15% are white. The same trend is seen isn football where 21% are black and 15% are white. This decline in white participation in sports is because white kids feel as though they ca...

Throughout history, African Americans have repeatedly been in situations where they have to prove themselves worthy or capable of performing certain actions. A wise man once told me, "In life, you will always have to work harder than the next person just because you're black". This is why achievements are so highly celebrated in the black community; also where the term ' Black Excellence ' comes from. From The Beginning Ever since back in a day, Blacks were only looked at as being useful for sports; basketball and football specifically. So we took that and ran with it. We have had many who have in excelled in several sports. Everything from basketball and football to tennis and gymnastics. History in the making For example, Simone Biles. Simone first came on the scene in 2016 in the Olympics, competing in individual all-around, vault and floor gold medalist, and balance-beam bronze medalist. She has won a total of 25 Olympic and World Championship medals....

Growing up in a white household verses a black household has its similarities, but also its differences. One similarity we've all experienced is asking our parent to go to McDonald's and them saying, "no we got food at home." via GIPHY Talking Back A big difference between black and white households is talking back to your parents. I have had white friends who talk back to their parents and the parents ignore it. Also when responding to parents is different. When my parents ask me to come to them I respond "what" and they tell me what they want. When my black friends dad said my name and I responded "what" he looked at me like I was crazy. via GIPHY Discipline Another difference is discipline. My parents would make us sit on the steps for a few hours if we misbehaved. Some other white parents might take away TV or other electronics from their kids or just sternly talk to them. 

I always find it so interesting how much we all actually have in common; especially growing up in black households. You'd be amazed by how much people with different backgrounds come together. For example, everyone has been in a situation where you are out with your parents and start to get a little hungry. You'll ask your parents for McDonald's, and their response would be "Do you have McDonald's money?" via GIPHY Manners When I was growing up, black kids were more conservative and quiet around their parents when we were young. We were taught not to speak unless you are spoken to, respect elders (which was basically everyone at the time), and not to talk when adults were talking. For example, when a black family is in a restaurant and it is the child's turn to order, the parent will often speak for them. Discipline With that being said, Black parents never tolerate disrespect. Talking back was always frowned upon. Then when kids did get in troub...

Black People can literally make a dance to almost anything. Just give us a beat and we'll make up something so original and catchy, everybody will end up doing it. Many of the dances we do today are from videos gone viral of people goofing around making up moves, next thing you know everyone is busting it out in the club.  So here's my top ten of famous dances within the black culture:

With knowing how to dance you either got it or you don't. A known stereotype for white people is they have no rhythm when it comes to dancing. Although this stereotype is true for me, some white people do know how to "bust a move". Our ancestors had rhythm with dances like "swing dancing" or "the jitterbug," but the dancing gene has disappeared from our DNA. Some Popular White People Dance Moves/Line Dances Many white people now-a-days try to dance to the beat of a song and fail miserably. The most cringiest thing to ever witness is a white person trying to dance a black person dance such as twerking, the running man, the stanky legg, the jerk, the dougie, the naenae, the shmoney dance and many others. If you know you cannot dance to any of these dances please do not try its just an embarrassment to yourself and white people.

Twitter is one of the largest social media platforms in the world and has multiple uses. People use this outlet to receive news (local or national), stay up-to-date on what's controversial and trending, and to connect with others. Twitter has a way of bringing people together, despite the cause. Within the Black community, this is a thing we like to call, "Black Twitter". Black Twitter is basically an open forum that allows Blacks to be unapologetic about who we are. Black Twitter is more personal than some might think. Its something we claim as "ours". We're very sensitive about it as well. When one tries to imitate or make fun of, we immediately go into retaliation mode. This is where other Blacks can relate to one another as well through shared experiences, memes, and trending videos. via GIPHY This is also where we celebrate Black Excellence. We like to shine a light on those who may not get the recognition they deserve. Many people have been ...

Twitter's social media platform has allowed for people of all cultures to express opinions, thoughts and funny memes. White and black culture has created a social media storm known as "White Twitter" and "Black Twitter." White Twitter's culture is presented with more innocent tweets about typical white people thoughts and opinions. Black Twitter's culture is presented as more sarcastic/real tweets of what people really think about certain concepts. The big difference between white and black Twitter is that white twitter is viewed as more fluffy, "happy go lucky" people while black twitter can range from relatable, funny tweets to serious Black Lives Matter tweets. Although white twitter is not fully geared toward such serious issues as black twitter is they do have a few serious hashtags that they can use to either help or hurt a cause. Some of these hashtags include: #whitepeople, #whiteprivilage, and #itsoktobewhite. Although...

There are many stereotypes about black and white culture, one stereotype that sticks out the most is the food we eat and cook. White culture has been known for cooking with light seasoning or no seasoning at all. Whether its meat, vegetables or salad (potato, chicken, tuna, etc.) white culture is known for using the basics of seasoning: salt and pepper. Although there’s nothing wrong with salt and pepper, there are hundreds of different herbs, spices and seasonings to use with our cooking to “spice things up.” Not only do seasonings add flavor, but also visual and textural appeal. White people are known for trying to immerse ourselves into other cultures. Some examples are music, fashion, dancing, and language, but one area we lack in is food. Many other cultures use an abundance of seasonings in their meals that make them so delectable, but white culture just seems to not want to experience it. Out of all the cultural areas we immerse ourselves in I feel as though ...

via GIPHY So when you think of "Black People" food, what comes to mind? Soul food? Fried foods? That famous stereotype that we all like chicken, watermelon, lemonade/Kool-aid? Here's a quick history lesson for you guys on 'Soul food' The term food is often used when describing ethnic dishes. Many dishes have been adopted through southern style cooking. Slaves used to prepare meals with whatever leftover scraps they could find from their master. We were able to grow our own vegetables through farming and harvesting.  Source:  https://aaregistry.org/story/soul-food-a-brief-history/   I feel like in this day-in-age, Blacks have been able to prove these stereotypes false, yet they are still very prevalent. That is not all that we eat and we are very open to other cultures of food. I have also heard that stereotype that we favor spicy food. We say well-seasoned and flavorful, they say too spicy. That, like everyone else, depends on personal preference...

Hey Everyone! My name is Ashleigh and I am the second blogger on this account. I already posted a quick overview describing a little about me in the Contributors  section. But to go a little more in depth, I am a Baltimore native and have lived here all my life. I have a huge passion for dancing and have been doing so for 15 years. I also enjoy watching and playing a few sports. I like to play Volleyball for fun and watch football. My favorite team is the Ravens (of course lol, Baltimore native remember 😉).

Hello everyone!  I'm Elise I am a college student in Maryland, where I currently study Digital Marketing. I love sports such as basketball and golf, I even play golf for my University. My favorite professional sports teams are all Philadelphia based: Phillies, Eagles, 76er's, and the Flyers. Some of my other interests are listening to music, hanging out with my friends, watching movies and watching shows from my childhood, such as George Lopez, Fosters Home for Imaginary Friends, Courage the Cowardly Dog, Chowder and many more.