What's this about?

Hello everyone! The purpose of this blog is to explore the taboo conversation of black natural hair in the TV news world. It has become an unstated rule that black woman should get a weave or straighten their hair it they want to make it in the industry, or they will be overlooked by news directors. I know that this a hot topic among black broadcast journalist because I am one myself.

As a black news reporter, I know that I won't be able to wear my natural hair on television because those in higher places in the news room think it's too curly or too wild. But it that the truth, or is that an insult to the black roots? As stated before, this blog will explore that conversation. I'll post links and images from other black journalist who feel the same way and ways that they handle this issue.

Check out this link about a news anchor discussing why a natural hair intern should straighten her hair for a project.