Michaela P. Shelton, 28, is a Co-founder and the Executive Editor of Queen Media Collective. She graduated with a Bachelor's of Science in Journalism from San Jose State University and since then she has been building her portfolio writing and editing for various publications. She is currently the author of Reckless Behavior, a series of motivational, genuine and authentic lifestyle pieces.
Posh Elán is a Black Owned clothing/ accessory brand that sells products like purses, jewelry and shades. I was first introduced to Posh Elán when I attended the SoOakland Annual Day Fest in August. The CEO of the brand Cydnee (@Queen.Cydnee) is a phenomenal woman who is stylish AF and super sweet! I purchased a … More Posh Elán
The East Oakland Collective (EOC) is a member-based community organizing group invested in serving the communities of deep East Oakland by working towards racial and economic equity. With programming in economic development, civic engagement and leadership, and homeless services and solutions, they help amplify underserved communities from the ground up. They are committed to driving … More The East Oakland Collective
I was depressed. I had claimed to be depressed before, but this time was different. My boyfriend had broken up with me December 3, 2017. This is a little foreshadow to Part 2 of The Long Distance One (PART 1) so make sure you check that out so you can be up to speed. I was … More What if I Jumped Into Lake Merritt?
I was COMPLETELY done with men. Right before Valentine’s Day I got played by a guy who was still involved with his ex. He used me and then denied me when me and her confronted him in person… I felt completely defeated. It was now April 2017. I was on Instagram and I noticed that … More The Long Distance One (PART 1)
I wanted to write an article about body count, because it seems like such a taboo topic. I never understood why people get so uncomfortable when asked about their body count. I know that a lot of people fear judgement, but at the end of the day if that’s the number of people you have … More What’s Your Body Count?
A few weeks after I quit my job, I got dumped. I was already extremely depressed dealing with my newfound broke-ness and my break up was the straw on the camel’s back. At this point, I had been sleeping as much as I could to avoid overthinking about my financial situation. I would periodically Door … More Getting Dumped, Being Broke and Making a Tinder
Episodes 6 and 7 of Season 2 of Blue Collar Hustle are now available. Consistent with preceding episodes, both episodes include climactic developments that are completely unpredictable. Themes that are present include death, sexual harassment, pride and forgiveness. A lot of events unfold in episode six. The beginning starts off as a flashback, which was a … More Blue Collar Hustle Review: Season 2, Episode 6&7
Taylor Monet Parks (Tayla Parx) is an American singer-songwriter, and actress who has racked up three Grammy nominations by the age of 22. I was first introduced to her while listening to the song Island by Eric Bellinger. Honestly, I was shook that I never heard of her before! Her voice is so melodic and her song … More Tayla Parx
DJ Möscöné is a DJ, revolutionary and the first African- American DJ to receive a Master’s Degree in the Bay Area by the age of 23. This queen is currently on her Trap Goddess Tour, which wraps up December 16. Recently, DJ Möscöné DJ’ed the SoOakland SoHalloween Silent Party. The party was lit and there is no denying that … More DJ Möscöné
Earlier this week, everybody was tuned in to new developments in the beef between female rappers Nicki Minaj and Cardi B. Nicki Minaj went on her radio show Queen Radio to address numerous allegations made my Cardi and her sister Hennessy throughout the week. In response to Nicki’s show, Cardi B. went on Instagram and posted … More Rap Queens Nicki Minaj and Cardi B. Need to do Better
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