This bizarre NPC trend has taken over TikTok. Users online have been acting as non-playable characters from video games during live streams making more than thousands of dollars.

Recorded before the funeral that was Kendricks Pop Out Show the generations recognize to big events from the 90s that occured 30 years ago this week. The premiere of The Lion King and its longevity/impact that we just don't see anymore.

This week was also when Game 6 of the finals was interrupted for an infamous chase.

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NPR Music's Tiny Desk series will celebrate Black History Month with Tiny Desk (home) concerts featuring legends in the world of R&B, jazz, gospel, and hip-hop. Each artist in this legacy lineup has helped to define Black music as we know it and will be performing a Tiny Desk concert for the first time.

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During a moment of testimony in her Tiny Desk (home) Concert, Pastor Shirley Caesar declares, "I'm beginning to feel something moving on the inside." It is impossible to witness a performance from the "First Lady of Gospel Music" and there not be a moment where the spirit moves her to dance, punctuated — in true gospel fashion — by a band led by her longtime organist and music director, Michael Mathis.

As one of the most iconic figures in traditional gospel music, Pastor Shirley Caesar has amassed 18 Dove Awards, 14 Stellar Awards, 11 Grammys in addition to a Lifetime Achievement Award, and an induction into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. During her seven decades-long career, she has collaborated with fellow traditional gospel figures including Inez Andrews, Dorothy Norwood, Dottie Peoples, Milton Brunson, and her mentor Albertina Walker, as well as contemporary artists such as Kirk Franklin, Whitney Houston, Patti LaBelle, Anthony Hamilton, J. Moss and Tye Tribbett.

Pastor Caesar recently became familiar to those outside of the gospel sphere when an excerpt of her song "Hold My Mule" went viral in 2016, shooting the song to the top of Billboard's Hot Gospel Songs chart. For those hoping to hear "I got beans, greens, potatoes, tomatoes..." be sure to stick around to the very end of this Tiny Desk — Pastor Caesar has a treat for you.

With a vast discography, this set offers just a brief sampling of Pastor Caesar's music ministry, including 2016's "It's Alright, It's Ok," the 1989 classic "I Remember Mama," the charged "Armor of God" and "Take Your Knee Off My Neck," Pastor Caesar's response to the death of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer.

SET LIST
"It's Alright, It's Ok"
"I Remember Mama"
"Armor Of God"
"Take Your Knee Off My Neck"

MUSICIANS
Shirley Caesar: vocals
Michael Mathis: musical director, organ
Criss Johnson: guitar
Willie Riddick: bass
Aaron Meadows: drums
Ryan McCorkle: keys
Lisa Powell: vocals
Donald Gore: vocals
Avery Evans: vocals

CREDITS
Producers: Michael Mathis, Jonathan Anderson
Video Production: Benton L. Aladdin for TAG Studios
Camera Operators: Horace Hall, Nyla Carter, Rayshon DeLoach
Audio Engineers: Emmanuel Aluko, Reprondre DeLoach
Production Assistants: Quaford Coleman, Cherie Clinton
Executive Producers: Shirley Caesar, Carolyn Sanders

TINY DESK TEAM
Producer: Bobby Carter
Video Producer: Joshua Bryant
Audio Mastering: Josh Rogosin
Tiny Production Team: Bob Boilen, Bobby Carter, Kara Frame, Maia Stern, Ashley Pointer
Executive Producer: Keith Jenkins
Senior VP, Programming: Anya Grundmann

After a tumultuous Memorial Day Holiday, Alex reacts to Amy Cooper, a modern day racist 'Karen' that weaponized the police against a Black man in Central Park. After this show aired, Amy lost her job and claimed that her life has been ruined by the attack. Unmuted Nation airs a daily segment #KarenWatch.

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Join Tiffanie Lanelle (@tifflanelle) and Alex Haynes (@alexunmuted), editors at BLKALERTS as they discuss the energetic movement that is moving through Black America after the sudden announcement of Kamala Harris' bid for The White House.

Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges

As editors, activists, and advocates for change, we’ve observed the nuanced battles that play out within both the political arena and our daily lives. This recent political shift underlines a broader narrative of breaking barriers—a narrative where black women are not just participants but pioneers. We’ve seen fundraising campaigns and grassroots efforts take shape overnight, injecting a fresh dose of enthusiasm into what seemed like a predictable political cycle.

These efforts are reshaping the discourse, making it clear that behind the political gambits are real people ready to stand up, speak out, and shift gears towards a future where everyone gets to thrive. So, as the political landscape shifts, let’s keep our eyes on the real prize: empowering communities, holding leaders accountable, and carving paths that lead to tangible change. After all, it’s not just about who leads the race; it’s about how we influence the journey and champion causes close to our hearts.

Unmuted Nation brings the 'Hear Me' series back with a focus on Black Women. Black Woman: Hear Me takes a deep dive into the thoughts, perspectives, emotions and truths of Black women from across the world. The full series is available for viewing in the BossFM Radio app, available in app stores. Featured Guests: Dr. Kanene V. Ubesie, Iris M. Crawford and Tighisti Patience. LIVE.

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Former daytime talk show host Wendy Williams is opening up about her troubled life. New Lifetime documentary "Where is Wendy Williams?" features Williams’ friends and family as they grapple with her struggles. The 59-year-old battled Graves' disease and spent time in rehab for alcohol abuse. Her son, Kevin Hunter Jr., is worried about her. "She has people around who are 'yes' people and allowing this to continue," he says.