Timeka N. Tounsel, Ph.D.
@timekatounsel-phd.bsky.social
Associate Professor @ UW Seattle. Researching and teaching Black feminism/womanism & Black Popular Culture. Author of Branding Black Womanhood (Rutgers UP). D-town native parenting & wife-ing in the PNW.
Day 1 of my journey with @thebookacademy.bsky.social and the #wordwork writing challenge. I suspect that part of what I will gain over the next 30 days of committed writing is a deeper trust of my own inner voice.
October 1, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Day 1 of my journey with @thebookacademy.bsky.social and the #wordwork writing challenge. I suspect that part of what I will gain over the next 30 days of committed writing is a deeper trust of my own inner voice.
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Black-founded brands like Mielle and Playa Society will have a spotlight at this year's WNBA All-Star Weekend: www.forbes.com/sites/timeka...
WNBA All-Star Weekend 2025: Black Culture And Fan Power Shape The Game
As Indianapolis hosts the 21st WNBA All-Star Weekend, record-breaking fan engagement, brand deals and the influence of Black creatives spotlight the league’s rise.
www.forbes.com
July 17, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Black-founded brands like Mielle and Playa Society will have a spotlight at this year's WNBA All-Star Weekend: www.forbes.com/sites/timeka...
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Jeffries: "Not a scintilla of evidence to date has been presented that I have seen to justify the notion that there was an imminent threat to the United States of America. If the administration has evidence to the contrary, come up to present it."
June 23, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Jeffries: "Not a scintilla of evidence to date has been presented that I have seen to justify the notion that there was an imminent threat to the United States of America. If the administration has evidence to the contrary, come up to present it."
Out here ruining perfect records. The Lynx are no longer undefeated! You're welcome. #nothingbutstorm
June 12, 2025 at 4:06 AM
Out here ruining perfect records. The Lynx are no longer undefeated! You're welcome. #nothingbutstorm
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While ICE agents can note in their database if someone they’ve investigated turns out to be a citizen, they are not required to do so.
As a result, records are often wrong and left uncorrected even after agents have been told of a mistake.
(Published March 2025)
As a result, records are often wrong and left uncorrected even after agents have been told of a mistake.
(Published March 2025)
Some Americans Have Already Been Caught in Trump’s Immigration Dragnet. More Will Be.
Federal immigration authorities have a history of wrongfully detaining U.S. citizens. Advocates warn that the Trump administration’s immigration policies mean that more citizens will get caught up in…
www.propublica.org
June 10, 2025 at 3:31 AM
While ICE agents can note in their database if someone they’ve investigated turns out to be a citizen, they are not required to do so.
As a result, records are often wrong and left uncorrected even after agents have been told of a mistake.
(Published March 2025)
As a result, records are often wrong and left uncorrected even after agents have been told of a mistake.
(Published March 2025)
Loving note to self...
June 8, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Loving note to self...
I knew she was on one from the way she played in Unrivaled. So good to see her lead this team.
Brittney Sykes led the charge with 21 PTS, 9 REB, and 4 AST in the Mystics' 83-77 win over the Fever. This is her 4th game of 20+ points this season, pushing the Mystics even at 3-3!
#WelcometotheW
#WelcometotheW
May 29, 2025 at 5:22 AM
I knew she was on one from the way she played in Unrivaled. So good to see her lead this team.
So proud of this man @ctounsel1.bsky.social !
Many thanks to the UW History Department for allowing me to discuss the conflict in Sudan and the recent "From Sudan to Seattle" event 🙏🏾
For more on the Q&A, please click this link: history.washington.edu/news/2025/05...
For more on the Q&A, please click this link: history.washington.edu/news/2025/05...
May 28, 2025 at 2:16 AM
So proud of this man @ctounsel1.bsky.social !
The way that faith leaders are forging ahead with the Target boycott--and making an impact on the company's bottom line--is reminding me a lot of Jesse Jackson's work with Operation Breadbasket. Here's my take on the Black churches prioritizing economic justice now: www.forbes.com/sites/timeka...
Target Sales Drop In First Quarter As Boycott Persists
Three months into a boycott initiated in response to Target’s DEI rollbacks, the retailer has reported a decline in sales.
www.forbes.com
May 23, 2025 at 7:32 PM
The way that faith leaders are forging ahead with the Target boycott--and making an impact on the company's bottom line--is reminding me a lot of Jesse Jackson's work with Operation Breadbasket. Here's my take on the Black churches prioritizing economic justice now: www.forbes.com/sites/timeka...
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Today’s Daily Cartoon, by Kim Warp. #NewYorkerCartoons
May 16, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Today’s Daily Cartoon, by Kim Warp. #NewYorkerCartoons
My take on the A'ja Wilson commercial we can't get enough of... www.forbes.com/sites/timeka...
A’ja Wilson And Nike Celebrate Black Girlhood In Game-Changing Sneaker Debut
Wilson’s intentionality in crafting her footwear to express her style and personality—there’s a line from her New York Times bestselling book, Dear Black Girls , impri...
www.forbes.com
May 15, 2025 at 5:15 PM
My take on the A'ja Wilson commercial we can't get enough of... www.forbes.com/sites/timeka...
Mara Brock Akil's FOREVER (Netflix) proves why the culture would be incomplete without her storytelling.
In the final chapter of my book, Branding Black Womanhood, I discuss 3 Black women auteurs who give Black women permission to be flawed in their storytelling. I start with Mara Brock Akil.
In the final chapter of my book, Branding Black Womanhood, I discuss 3 Black women auteurs who give Black women permission to be flawed in their storytelling. I start with Mara Brock Akil.
May 10, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Mara Brock Akil's FOREVER (Netflix) proves why the culture would be incomplete without her storytelling.
In the final chapter of my book, Branding Black Womanhood, I discuss 3 Black women auteurs who give Black women permission to be flawed in their storytelling. I start with Mara Brock Akil.
In the final chapter of my book, Branding Black Womanhood, I discuss 3 Black women auteurs who give Black women permission to be flawed in their storytelling. I start with Mara Brock Akil.
Still replaying this 4 days later...
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ONE OF A’KIND | A’JA WILSON | NIKE
YouTube video by Nike
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May 7, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Still replaying this 4 days later...
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Chatting with star stylist Kesha McLeod for my latest piece has been a highlight of the spring. She's one of the Black women responsible for pioneering tunnel fashion, paving the way for athletes to host this year's Met Gala: www.forbes.com/sites/timeka...
Athletes Host 2025 Met Gala, Signaling Rise Of Sports In High Fashion
LeBron James, Simone Biles’ Role at Fashion’s Biggest Night Underscores the Expanding Influence of Athlete-Driven Branding in Luxury Markets
www.forbes.com
May 5, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Chatting with star stylist Kesha McLeod for my latest piece has been a highlight of the spring. She's one of the Black women responsible for pioneering tunnel fashion, paving the way for athletes to host this year's Met Gala: www.forbes.com/sites/timeka...
Can't wait...
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April 29, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Can't wait...
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That God “could make a way out of no way” in Jesus’ cross was truly absurd to the intellect, yet profoundly real in the souls of black folk.
James Cone
Died April 28, 2018
James Cone
Died April 28, 2018
April 28, 2025 at 4:26 PM
That God “could make a way out of no way” in Jesus’ cross was truly absurd to the intellect, yet profoundly real in the souls of black folk.
James Cone
Died April 28, 2018
James Cone
Died April 28, 2018
In my latest piece for @forbes.com I write about Black entrepreneurs who want to reclaim social media for the culture. They are embracing a "for us, by us" approach that reminds me of 20th century Black press founders.
www.forbes.com/sites/timeka...
www.forbes.com/sites/timeka...
Black Entrepreneurs Want To Reclaim Social Media For The Culture
A new generation of tech founders seeks to revolutionize social media for economic empowerment
www.forbes.com
April 24, 2025 at 3:08 PM
In my latest piece for @forbes.com I write about Black entrepreneurs who want to reclaim social media for the culture. They are embracing a "for us, by us" approach that reminds me of 20th century Black press founders.
www.forbes.com/sites/timeka...
www.forbes.com/sites/timeka...
So excited to have a platform where I can share my insights on Black representation with a focus on #blackjoy. Check out my latest pieces for @forbes.com www.forbes.com/sites/timeka...
How Angel Reese And A’ja Wilson Lead The WNBA’s Growth
Black women like Angel Reese, A'ja Wilson, and Candace Parker are leading the WNBA's growth as an entertainment brand.
www.forbes.com
April 10, 2025 at 3:22 PM
So excited to have a platform where I can share my insights on Black representation with a focus on #blackjoy. Check out my latest pieces for @forbes.com www.forbes.com/sites/timeka...