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The New Obsidian
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Explores culture, politics, and Black excellence at the intersection of arts and life. From music to movements, literature to legislation, visual art to victory, we track the stories and forces shaping our world. Home of The Rhythmic Lens podcast.
“Everyone’s a sinner. Love can be a sin too.”
— Jason T.
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June 4, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Why is the movie called Sinners?
June 4, 2025 at 6:27 PM
“The vampires’ offer of freedom is almost logical… but still servitude. Nope.”
— Ron C.
June 4, 2025 at 6:25 PM
What if the only way to survive was to surrender your soul?

🎧 Full episode of The Rhythmic Lens → thenewobsidian.com
#SinnersMovie #TheNewObsidian
June 4, 2025 at 6:24 PM
“We’ve always said the #ArtsAndLife are one.”

Our latest episode of The Rhythmic Lens explores #AmySherald's vision—her style, her impact, and the quiet beauty of Black life in full view. #MichelleObama #ContemporaryArt #BlackPortraiture

Listen here → www.thenewobsidian.com/p/the-americ...
April 7, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Painted in 2018, it feels like she's looking right at now.

That’s what Amy Sherald’s work does—anchors you in the moment. Her portrait of Michelle Obama radiates quiet power, dignity, presence. Explore her impact with us Thursday on The Rhythmic Lens.

#MichelleObama #AmySherald #Art #ArtsAndLife
April 1, 2025 at 9:09 PM