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Media Take Out joins the entire culture in mourning the passing of trailblazing entertainment columnist, syndicated radio host, and author Flo Anthony, who has passed away at the age of 74.

For generations, Black broadcasters used the airwaves to introduce new artists, challenge the status quo, build community and cultivate some of the most iconic voices in American media. Before podcasts and social media, Black radio was where culture lived and thrived. From breaking racial barriers to fighting for the blues, our disc jockeys made history.

A little jet lag wasn't gonna stop Jalen Brunson from pulling up to his friend Fat Joe's star-studded birthday party for the ultimate surprise. The NBA champ was in the Los Angeles area attending teammate Karl-Anthony Towns and Jordyn Woods' wedding in Malibu on Saturday. But JB wasn't going to let a few thousand miles make him miss his buddy's bday, so he hopped on a plane and flew back east on Sunday.

Fitness advice is everywhere, from social media hacks to age-old beliefs at home and work. Confusion about supplement hype and spot reduction can push people toward unrealistic goals. Personal trainer William McCray, with 18 years in the fitness industry and a kinesiology degree, separates fact from fiction. Key insights include starting fitness journeys with one change rather than complete overhauls, understanding your meaningful why before changing routines, and recognizing that hydration needs vary by body size and activity level. Supplements support but don't replace healthy eating and movement. Women won't become masculine from strength training due to testosterone differences. Strength training benefits younger athletes when focused on form and fundamentals. Most people lack adequate protein intake. Diet matters more than exercise alone for lasting change. Sweat indicates cooling, not calorie burn. Soreness differs from injury warning signs like swelling or discoloration. Fasted cardio works for some people. Spot reduction is myth; targeted exercises strengthen specific muscles but don't burn localized fat.

Suge Knight told TMZ a wild story about Tupac that ends with his ashes being rolled up in a blunt. According to Suge, after Tupac was shot in Vegas, his mother wanted him cremated. Suge says he paid a funeral home director $1.2 million to cremate Tupac immediately. Tupac's mother then had people roll his ashes into blunts and smoke them in her hotel room. Suge declined to participate, citing his probation status.

Reality TV might be filled with feuds, but no one feuds quite as intensely as Kandi Burruss and Tamar Braxton. The reality TV personalities have had a beef since 2017, and it just reignited again, with dueling stories about where they stand.