Colin Kaepernick’s publishing company Kaepernick Publishing inked a multi-publishing deal with Scholastic to publish children’s books. His first book will be released in April 2022, titled “I Color Myself Different,” illustrated by Eric Wilkerson. “I Color Myself Different” will be a children’s book based on one of Kaepernick’s early experiences …
Read More »Twitter Reacts To Colin Kaepernick Being Excluded From The NFL’s Social Justice Initiatives
Yesterday during Super Bowl LV, Former NFL player-turned-activist Colin Kaepernick started trending on Twitter after the NFL released a commercial about its social justice initiatives. The Inspire Change commercial featured clips of demonstrations against racial inequality and police brutality, as well as the Hall of Fame speech by LaDanian Tomlinson …
Read More »Ben & Jerry’s Reveals Mural For Colin Kapernick Prior To Upcoming Super Bowl
This week, Ben & Jerry’s revealed a vibrant mural to commemorate Colin Kaepernick as Tampa prepares for the upcoming Super Bowl. Located in Old West Tampa, the 30 x 90-foot mural depicts a young person wearing a T-shirt with Kaepernick on it with his fist raised. It was created in …
Read More »Bronx Chef Collective “Ghetto Gastro” And Crux Collab With Williams Sonoma
When Bronx-born culinary collective “Ghetto Gastro” and NYC–based Crux introduced their collaboration with Williams Sonoma back in September, their chic all black-waffle iron with red trim sold out in 72 hours with 100 percent of the proceeds going to Colin Kaepernick’s Know Your Rights Camp. The collective of black chefs …
Read More »Colin Kaepernick Blasts NFL ‘Propaganda’ During Opening Weekend
Colin Kaepernick spoke out against the NFL’s social justice initiatives on Sunday during the league’s first weekend back this season, accusing the NFL of engaging in “propaganda.” The former star quarterback turned activist took to Twitter to quote a Deadspin article that pointed out what appears to be the blackballing …
Read More »NFL Teams Reportedly Had ‘Fake’ Interest In Colin Kaepernick: “Seemingly Out Of Guilt”
On August 26, 2016, Colin Kaepernick began his kneeling demonstration to protest police brutality and social injustice. The decision sparked a ripple effect of protests across the league but also garnered widespread hate and criticism over what many initially believed to be unpatriotic and the disrespect of the American flag. …
Read More »Navy SEALS Will No Longer Support National Navy SEAL Museum After Video Of Dogs Attacking Man Wearing A Colin Kaepernick Jersey
A recent video of a man wearing a Colin Kaepernick jersey while dogs attacked him at a 2019 fundraiser has surfaced the world wide web, drawing outrage and an investigation launched by the Navy. According to Forbes, the Navy announced on Monday that they were investigating the incident that took …
Read More »Colin Kaepernick Signs First-Look Production Deal With Disney; Will Create A Docuseries
Colin Kaepernick is making moves off the field and has signed a first-look production deal with Disney. On Monday, Disney announced that it is partnering with the former NFL quarterback’s production company Ra Vision Media. The first-look deal gives Disney first dibs on anything Kaepernick’s production company will produce. As …
Read More »Colin Kaepernick’s High School Years To Be The Focus Of New Netflix Series From Ava DuVernay
A limited series about Colin Kaepernick’s high school years is coming to Netflix. Kaepernick has teamed up with Ava DuVernay to create a six-episode scripted series, titled, Colin in Black & White. The series will focus on Kaepernick’s formative years and provide a look into the acts and experiences that …
Read More »Donald Trump Says Colin Kaepernick Should Get Another Shot in the NFL: “If He Has the Playing Ability”
Colin Kaepernick is finally getting the appreciation he deserves, even though it took nearly four years. At a 2016 preseason game against the Green Bay Packers, the former San Francisco 49ers quarterback began kneeling during the country’s National Anthem and later told the press “I am not going to stand …
Read More »NFL Coach Vic Fangio Downplays Racism In The NFL: “I Think Our Problems In The NFL Along Those Lines Are Minimal”
In a recent interview, head coach of the Denver Broncos, Vic Fangio, said that he doesn’t think the NFL experiences racism. According to Jeff Legwold of ESPN, Fangio believes racism in the league, is limited. The same league that won’t give Colin Kaepernick a job. “I think our problems in …
Read More »Colin Kaepernick To Reach Out To New York Jets Despite Fake Tweet
On Thursday, Colin Kaepernick became the number one trending topic on Twitter after a tweet claimed he signed a one year deal with the New York Jets for $9 million. However, the news turned out to be false as users realized the tweet came from the twitter page, SuperToughScene, rather …
Read More »Colin Kaepernick To Release Memoir To Give “Insight” on His Decision To Protest
It’s been nearly four years since Colin Kaepernick has appeared in the NFL, and nearly three since he became a free agent. But now it appears the baller is taking his talents elsewhere. In a statement released by Kaepernick’s newly formed publishing house, Kaepernick Publishing, the former quarterback will go …
Read More »The XFL Claims Colin Kaepernick’s Salary Requests Were Too High To Consider
After several attempts to continue his career in the NFL, Colin Kaepernick is willing to take his skills elsewhere. According to Fox News, Kaepernick was recently in talks to join the X-Treme Football League, otherwise known as the XFL. But things backfired as the former NFL quarterback was informed that …
Read More »Jay-Z Admits Sitting During Super Bowl National Was Not A Political Protest
Recently, video surfaced of power couple, Jay-Z and Beyoncé sitting during Demi Lovato’s performance of the “Star-Spangled Banner” at this year’s 54th annual Super Bowl. While many believed the mogul’s decision to sit was a silent protest, he recently revealed that is not the case. On Tuesday, while at a …
Read More »PETA’s Colin Kaepernick Themed Super Bowl Commercial About Species Discrimination Reportedly Denied By FOX
PETA put its own spin on the Colin Kaepernick silent protest for a Super Bowl commercial. However, FOX wasn’t moved by the submission, and it was denied to air during the Super Bowl. The visual featured animated animals taking a knee to protest speciesism, a form of discrimination that involves …
Read More »Colin Kaepernick’s New Nike Shoe Sells Out In Less Than A Day
Colin Kaepernick’s new black-and-white shoe priced at $110, sold out on the first day of its North American release, according to Nike’s official website. A Nike Spokesperson spoke on their collaboration with Kaepernick stating, “This Air Force 1 season, Nike partnered with a collective of collaborators to design an AF1 …
Read More »Colin Kaepernick’s Workout Video Sent To Each NFL Team
Last week it was announced that Colin Kaepernick and the NFL scheduled a workout to help Kaepernick get back in the league. However, many NFL fans and critics were skeptical of the NFL’s intentions, arguing that Kaepernick was given less than a week’s worth of notice and refused to change …
Read More »Jay-Z Reportedly “Disappointed” Colin Kaepernick Turned Workout Into Publicity Stunt
This weekend, the NFL hosted a private workout session to showcase Colin Kaepernick’s polished skills on the field to increase the possibility that he’d join the league again. The work out was reportedly backed by Jay-Z, but Kaepernick’s last-minute cancellation has allegedly rubbed the mogul the wrong way. In fact, …
Read More »Jay-Z Reportedly Influenced Colin Kaepernick’s Private Workout Opportunity With The NFL
It turns out Jay-Z played a part in getting Colin Kaepernick this opportunity to prove he still belongs in the NFL. According to a breakdown of the specifics surrounding the private workout, Ian Rapoport from NFL.com revealed that Hov potentially used his position within the NFL to sway teams into taking a …
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