Street art installation depicting a large animal face composed of scrap materials on the corner of a weathered building with orange walls.

Culture

Calling all lovers of art, book, & music

If you're anything like me, you have that expansive, never-ending kind of taste. You crave depth, richness, and charm in everything you experience. That's what culture is all about for me – the things that move us, inspire us and make life a little more interesting.

WokenHeart Book Club

I came across the book "Calling In: How to Start Making Change with People You’d Rather Cancel" from a PBS segment featuring Loretta Ross, who spoke about the emotional and social toll of constant call-outs and the transformative potential of choosing to engage, rather than exile.

This book is a powerful guide for anyone interested in justice, community care, and real accountability. Ross offers practical tools and honest insights on how to have hard conversations without dehumanizing each other, especially when emotions run high.

It’s not about avoiding conflict. It’s about showing up with courage and clarity, even when it’s uncomfortable.

Read this if you're navigating tense relationships, activist burnout, or simply want to be a better communicator in complex times.

Check out the original PBS segment here ↓

  • Book cover of 'The Let Them Theory' by Mel Robbins, with a bright green background and bold white and black text

    April

    Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins

  • A book cover titled 'The Vanishing Half' by Brit Bennett, featuring abstract, colorful silhouettes of faces in pink, orange, blue, green, and yellow with a layered, fluid design.

    May

    The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett

  • Cover of the book 'Seven Days in June' by Tia Williams, featuring a black-and-white photo of a woman and a child hugging, with the title and author's name in bold text.

    June

    Seven Days in June by Tia Williams

  • July

    I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy

  • August

    Calling In by Loretta J. Ross

  • An illustration of a large brown question mark on a light beige background.

    Calling All Readers

    What Should We Read Next?

Interior of a bookstore featuring bookshelves, a table with books, a hanging black lamp, a t-shirt with black and white artwork hanging on a rack, and a large leafy plant in the foreground. The floor has patterned tiles, and there are chalkboard signs with handwritten instructions above the bookshelves.
A group of people socializing at a lively nightclub with colorful lights and energetic atmosphere. A woman in a black dress is talking, while another person in a leather jacket is holding a drink.
White over-ear headphones with a wired connection on a light background.

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Person holding a "Hamilton" theater program with theater stage in the background at Victoria Palace Theatre.
Woman in gray dress standing in front of colorful abstract paintings
Pena Palace in Sintra, Portugal, featuring colorful architecture and surrounding lush green landscape. Tourists are visible on the terrace under a blue sky with few clouds.
Silver mosaic sculpture with sun motif against brick building
A painting of three people with cloths wrapped around their heads and eyes on a pink wall.
Colorful hot air balloons in the sky during a festival, with trees and distant hills in the background.
Historic stone cathedral with tall towers against a bright blue sky and scattered clouds, sunlight streaming through.
Person standing in front of a stepped pyramid on a sunny day, wearing a white top and tan pants.
A wall decorated with an eclectic mix of framed paintings, photographs, and art prints, featuring diverse subjects such as portraits, landscapes, and historical scenes. Below, a table is filled with vintage items including a typewriter, bottles, cand
Colorful mural on a building wall featuring a portrait of a person surrounded by vibrant birds, flowers, and foliage. The design includes geometric patterns and a variety of colors, creating a nature-inspired theme with a surreal and artistic style.
Orange fruits on a tree with green leaves, possibly persimmons.
Ancient, twisted olive tree with lush green leaves in a stone planter, surrounded by grass under a partly cloudy blue sky.
Stone statue of a seated woman in a classical style surrounded by lush green palm leaves.
Reclining Buddha statue with intricate patterns on walls, Wat Pho, Bangkok.
Woman posing in front of ornate Buddhist temple spires.
A person sitting on a stone ledge, surrounded by lush greenery and rocky cliffs, with a misty sky overhead. The view includes thick foliage and rugged terrain, creating a serene and natural setting.
Person on a bicycle passing through a traditional Asian-style stone gate with carvings and statues on either side, surrounded by trees and a wet stone path.
Buddhist shrine with statues and decorative elements under a tree at sunset.
Silhouette of a person in white clothing standing by a window with hanging bells and heart shapes, overlooking a cityscape at sunset.
Colorful lanterns hanging from strings at a festival, with lights illuminating the scene against a dark evening sky.
Ancient temple ruins in Ayutthaya, Thailand, featuring tall stupas and brick structures under a blue sky.
Buddha head entwined in tree roots at Wat Mahathat, Ayutthaya, Thailand.
Angkor Wat temple with palm tree at sunset, featuring stone architecture and a serene sky.
Stone statue head near a river with a small boat and lush green trees under a clear blue sky.
Night view of a modern cityscape with illuminated skyscrapers and a park in the foreground. The tallest building is lit with purple and yellow lights.
Front view of a historic post office building with a large clock and decorative architectural details.
People paddling on a narrow boat through a lush, green palm-fringed waterway, with floral hats visible in the foreground.
A woman wearing a traditional Asian conical hat sits in a boat on a river surrounded by lush greenery. She is wearing a white top and jean shorts.
Blue tourist boat on a river near lush greenery, clear sky.
Dimly lit alleyway with a "LIVE JAZZ" sign and a poster promoting a Roy Hargrove tribute session. The silhouette of a person making a peace sign gesture appears on the wall.
A dimly lit room with shelves displaying various classic jazz vinyl records. The records include "Miles & Monk at Newport," "Cannonball Adderley," and "Trane's Giant Steps." A turntable with a vinyl record is visible below the shelves. The ambiance i
Jazz club stage with musical instruments including a grand piano, double bass, and Yamaha drum set. Wooden floor and red walls create an intimate ambiance.
Woman in floral dress standing on a balcony overlooking a vineyard and mountains.
Gothic-style cathedral with twin towers, clock, cross, and arched windows.
Wooden shelves filled with potted indoor plants, arranged neatly against a plain wall; various types of greenery are displayed.
Abstract painting featuring three stylized, elongated figures in dynamic poses, with bold colors and geometric shapes. The background includes star-like motifs and a window scene, creating a sense of movement and interaction.
Woman smiling and holding a drink in a vibrant dining area with a neon "PRAD THAI" sign.

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