"The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn't said." 2/2/18
Meet the Man Bringing Hip-Hop to the Deaf
Although he's had profound hearing loss his entire life, Matt Maxey didn't learn to sign until he was 18 years old. He began to practice his ASL by signing along to the lyrics of his favorite artists and uploading videos to YouTube. Now, as the CEO and founder of DEAFinitely Dope, he's translating hip-hop music alongside artists like Chance the Rapper and D.R.A.M.
Climb Inside Thailand's Three-Headed Elephant
Located just outside Bangkok is Erawan Museum, which was commissioned and built as a place to preserve Thai heritage and arts. To access the museum, visitors must first climb up the statue of a 250-ton, three-headed elephant.
New Orleans' Queen of Creole Cooking Still Reigns at 94
At Dooky Chase's Restaurant in New Orleans, a hearty bowl of chef Leah Chase's gumbo is an authentic taste of history. Widely known as the queen of Creole cuisine, Chase has served her Southern fare to world leaders and celebrities alike over her 71-year career, and she continues to cook today at age 94.
Great Big Screening: Atlanta, GA
Great Big Story is proud to partner with the Atlanta Film Society in celebration of Black History Month this Saturday, February 3rd, at the Plaza Theatre in Atlanta, Georgia, for Histories & Legends: Exploring Black History through Art & Motion. A diverse selection of short films, including our very own "The Street Artist Bringing Civil Rights Icons To Life," featuring Fabian Williams, will be screened from 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., and ticket proceeds will benefit the Center for Civil and Human Rights.
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