Women Double Down On Accusations Against James Franco
Five women are doubling down on their accusations of sexual misconduct against actor James Franco. In a report in the Los Angeles Times, the women tell their stories.
Jennifer Cunningham, Senior Editor at Bossip, and Dan Victor, Editor at PopDust, discuss whether #TimesUp for Franco. They both agree that these allegations are likely going to have a big impact on Franco's career. Franco has denied all of the allegations, but the New York Times still cancelled an event with the actor.
HBO came forward saying that no complaints stemmed from production of "The Deuce," which Franco stars in. Cunningham and Victor say that HBO's statement isn't a defense of Franco, but just a way to protect the company from liability.
The Black Innovation Alliance is working to empower Black entrepreneurs and recently received a $3 million commitment from UBS to help with resources. Ifeoma Ike, director of policy and movement strategy with the Black Innovation Alliance, joined Cheddar News to explain further the organization's mission.
Janice Gassam Asare, workplace equity consultant and the founder of Black White Green (BWG) Business Solutions, discusses supporting Black-owned businesses outside of Black History Month.
Anika Howard, President and CEO of WONDR NATION, joins Cheddar News to discuss how she's driving diversity forward in the gaming industry, and give advice for Black women in this industry.
Corey Calliet, celebrity fitness trainer and creator of ACHV Fitness, joined Cheddar News to give an insightful look into training movie stars recently and provide some tips to build a good physique with his new app.