For  Smokie Norful, the musical heritage and the ministry traditions of the African-American church Black church were integral parts of his upbringing. The son of a pastor, he learned the ways of God and the role of ministry in the bosom of the AME church.That rich inheritance inspired his passion as a recording artist and […]

Radio One of Raleigh presents Women’s Empowerment 2013on Saturday, March 23. Women’s Empowerment is a high energy, high profile event that targets African-American women of all ages and is attended by as many as 18,000 Radio One listeners. A presenting sponsor of Women’s Empowerment is Duke Medicine. Women’s Empowerment has empowered, educated and entertained women […]

Bishop TD Jakes will serve as the keynote speaker for Women’s Empowerment 2013. Bishop Jakes is a charismatic leader, visionary, provocative thinker, and entrepreneur who serves as senior pastor of The Potter’s House, a global humanitarian organization and 30,000-member church located in Dallas. All-Star Sequel To TD Jakes’ “Woman Thou Art Loosed” Wrapping Up In […]

Wendy Williams burst onto the talk show scene in July 2009 with the launch of the nationally-syndicated weekday program, “The Wendy Williams Show.” Called a “breakthrough in daytime” by The New York Times, “The Wendy Williams Show,” which airs in 52 countries, on BET at midnight, BET Centric, and is now in its fourth season, […]