January 19, 2021  

lifewire.com – Why the FDA Is Getting Strict on AI

Joe Mullings, chairman and CEO of The Mullings Group, said the FDA’s AI framework couldn’t come at a better time, since AI algorithms are always changing.

“AI uses algorithms, and algorithms are still a black art of sorts, so having a gatekeeper like the FDA is critical,” he told Lifewire in a phone interview. “[AI] used in the proper ways will impact healthcare at a dramatic scale that we’ve never seen before.”

Full article here: https://www.lifewire.com/why-the-dfa-is-getting-strict-on-ai-5095965

January 18, 2021  

laweekly.com – MY FAVORITE ALBUM: PANDA$TACKZ

In my opinion, music was at its peak at this point, and it will forever influence my sound and lyrical style. To this day, I still listen to Epiphany. It’s one of the only albums I listen to completely from start to finish (no skipped tracks). Every song on there is a banger. It might only be his second album, but it’s definitely an inspiration. It reminds me that anything is possible in the music industry.

Full article here: https://www.laweekly.com/my-favorite-album-pandatackz/

January 18, 2021  

hrdailyadvisor.blr.com – HR MANAGEMENT & COMPLIANCE, LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT, TALENT

First and foremost, productivity when working remotely depends on those who can self-manage.

“The success of remote work primarily comes down to the type of individual and their roles,” says Bert Miller, CEO of MRINetwork. “It works well for highly disciplined employees and highly technical positions that can be done from anywhere and delivered successfully against effective project management methodologies.”

Full article here: https://hrdailyadvisor.blr.com/2021/01/18/remote-work-and-the-productivity-debate/

January 16, 2021  

kidsfirst.org – Tiana S. interviews Brian Hooks from Left of BANG Entertainment

Enjoy Tiana S’s. interview with Brian Hooks from Left of BANG Entertainment. Director, producer, and comedian, Brian Hooks and his new production company, Left of BANG Entertainment have launched a new program to mentor at-risk youth using the filmmaking process.

Working to change the violent cycle inner-city youth face, Left of Bang Entertainment has worked closely with inner-city youth to provide an opportunity to take part in real filmmaking and production. Given the setbacks due to COVID-19, Left of Bang is launching a virtual filmmaking school in February with celebrity guest appearances as part of its initiative to give at-risk youth the opportunity to work in the film industry, and ultimately create a more diverse and inclusive Hollywood.

Full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vRbNE3xFaJk

January 13, 2021  

noironline.org – Bridging The Gap Between Hollywood and Inner-City Youth With Brian Hooks!

In our first talk-back of 2021 we had the pleasure of kicking it with legendary comedian, actor, producer and director Brian Hooks!

Well known for leading a successful and independent multi-decade career, Hooks is now exploring and creating new opportunities.

Alongside his production company Left of Bang Entertainment Hooks is working hands on with at-risk youth to provide them the opportunity to take part in real filmmaking and production.

Full article here: https://www.noironline.org/for-the-culture/one-on-one-with-Brian-Hooks-