Frederick J. Goodall 
I’ve been a fan of Ladysmith Black Mambazo since I first heard their soul-stirring harmonies on Paul Simon’s Graceland album in 1986. I finally got to see them perform live … Read more
Back in 2014, I had the chance to drive the first-generation Ford F-150 Raptor. That truck blew my mind. Ford had built something that could tear through the desert and … Read more
When I think of Broncos, two things immediately come to mind. First, that infamous 1994 O.J. Simpson slow-speed car chase. The image of a white Bronco leading a fleet of … Read more
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. All opinions are my own I’ve been a fan of Warby Parker for more than a decade. Over the years, I’ve worn everything from … Read more
I’ve worn a lot of watches in my life. In fact, I have more than 100. Although I’ve owned a couple of smart watches, I never really liked them. Either … Read more
In 1994, after graduating from college, I got my first full-time job at a very conservative engineering company where we were required to wear a suit and tie every day. … Read more
For many high school seniors, prom is a rite of passage. It’s a night to dress up, feel confident, and take part in a milestone that signifies the transition into … Read more
I have to start this review with a confession. My Name is Frederick J. Goodall and I am a huge Hamilton fan. Like many, my first experience with Hamilton was … Read more
For nearly five decades, ESSENCE has showcased and honored Black women. This year’s 18th annual ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards at the Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles … Read more
In 1980, I was ten years old, one of about ten kids labeled “gifted and talented,” bussed across town to our elementary school. Our bus driver was a street-smart young … Read more