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The Roots Picnic Goes Global, But Philly Remains The Core Ime Ekpo, Contributor · Ime Ekpo, Contributor
What began as a festival for Black audiences is now going global. Black Thought reflects on the Roots Picnic's first international expansion.
14 June 2026 at 01:40

The Roots Picnic Goes Global, But Philly Remains The Core

By: Ime Ekpo, Contributor · Ime Ekpo, Contributor

14 June 2026 at 01:40

What began as a festival for Black audiences is now going global. Black Thought reflects on the Roots Picnic's first international expansion.

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Why Live Nation Needed A Black-Culture Division: The Competitive Case Ime Ekpo, Contributor · Ime Ekpo, Contributor
When competitors moved into Philadelphia's festival market, Shawn Gee pitched Live Nation on an underbuilt category instead of just digging in to defend his turf.
17 June 2026 at 16:10

Why Live Nation Needed A Black-Culture Division: The Competitive Case

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By: Ime Ekpo, Contributor · Ime Ekpo, Contributor

17 June 2026 at 16:10

When competitors moved into Philadelphia's festival market, Shawn Gee pitched Live Nation on an underbuilt category instead of just digging in to defend his turf.