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My Spirit DC

Jul 13, 2011 at 2:58 pm

Oprah Winfrey Appointed CEO Of OWN Network

Oprah Winfrey Appointed CEO Of OWN Network

Oprah Winfrey was named on Wednesday the chief executive and chief creative officer of OWN, the cable network she launched earlier this year.

Winfrey posted a letter on Facebook today, explaining that Harpo Productions Inc. will join forces with OWN to run the network. The letter read:

So as of today… Harpo Team and OWN team become ONE.

Our intention is to use the cable platform and the internet platform and the mobile

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Ron Thompson

Feb 25, 2011 at 8:05 am

Words Of Wisdom: Oprah Winfrey Quotes

Words Of Wisdom: Oprah Winfrey Quotes

Today’s words of wisdom comes from Oprah Winfrey, a global media leader and philanthropist.  Through the power of media, Oprah Winfrey has created an unparalleled connection with people around the world for over two decades.

“I don’t think you ever stop giving. I really don’t. I think it’s an on-going process. And it’s not just about being able to write a check. It’s being able to touch somebody’s life.”

“Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very

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Ron Thompson

Feb 23, 2011 at 3:00 pm

Oprah Gives Iylana The Stage…Again

Oprah Gives Iylana The Stage…Again

I Love Oprah! There’s so many words that can describe who and what she represents.  I’ll share one, Regal. You can  see the elevation of her mission and vision through all that she does.  She never ceases to amazes me with her selfless acts of love and empowerment.

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My Spirit DC

Feb 1, 2011 at 12:00 pm

Top 9 Black Television Talk Show Hosts

Top 9 Black Television Talk Show Hosts

You got questions? These nine television hosts probably had them too, for a wide array of celebrities, politicians, athletes, and everyday people with amazing stories. Check out our list of the nine best black television talk show hosts.

1. Oprah Winfrey
Initially The Oprah Winfrey Show was just another talk show when it debuted in 1986. But what made it stand out and rise above the rest was the show’s host. Now The Oprah Winfrey Show is only a small part of

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Ron Thompson

Jan 29, 2011 at 4:29 pm

Happy Birthday Oprah Winfrey!

Happy Birthday Oprah Winfrey!

Oprah Winfrey is all of that and more!  Many of us aspire to do half of the amazing things she has done and is doing for millions of people all over the world.  She’s inspired a world to love and to give more!
Elev8 salutes Oprah Winfrey and celebrates another year of her remarkable life on earth!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY O!
Biography: Need to Know: Oprah Winfrey

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Winston Chaney

Apr 30, 2010 at 5:30 pm

On Air Schedule

Oprah Wants You To Make Your Car A No Phone Zone

Oprah Wants You To Make Your Car A No Phone Zone

Talk show host Oprah Winfrey has been urging viewers to make their cars a “no phone zone” for weeks now, and she has joined forces with a variety of transportation safety organizations to designate Friday as “No Phone Zone Day.”

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Ron Thompson

Jan 29, 2010 at 8:37 pm

Gallery: African American Media Trailblazers

Gallery:  African American Media Trailblazers

There are several African Americans that have made strides for us in media, check out this gallery that pays tribute to a few of those people.

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Angel

Jan 15, 2010 at 11:01 am

Top African Americans To Follow On Twitter

Top African Americans To Follow On Twitter

Twitter has taken the world by storm, and all of the hottest celebrities are using it. We have taken the time to compile a list of the hottest African Americans to follow on twitter. Check out our list, and if we left anyone out, drop us comment and let us know.

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Angel

Nov 6, 2009 at 1:00 pm

Oprah Takes BeBe Winans Off Her Show

Oprah Takes BeBe Winans Off Her Show

After an outcry from Debra Winans about domestic violence charges against her ex-husband, Oprah Winfrey has decided to remove BeBe Winans from her show.

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Radio One DC

Nov 2, 2009 at 4:00 pm

Debra Winans Upset At Oprah For Having BeBe On Her Show

Debra Winans Upset At Oprah For Having BeBe On Her Show

Ex-wife of BeBe Winans, Debra Winans, is dismayed that Oprah continues to have him on her show despite domestic abuse allegations.

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