Anslem Samuel Rocque

Travel Noire • 8th December 2025

Exploring Chicago's Food Culture Scene One Bite at a Time

Powered by his @MarriottBonvoy Boundless® Card from @Chase, creator Shane Samuels took us through the city’s Black-owned food and culture scene, feeding his soul and senses with elevated brunch bites, satisfying soul food and unforgettable cocktails

Blavity • 15th November 2025

Candy, Culture & Careers With Mars at AfroTech

During the Mars AfroTech Takeover, we talked big goals, built new connections, and got reminded that every move we make today shapes what’s next. Because when culture meets candy? The possibilities are endless.

Instagram • 29th October 2025

Trick or Truth: MARS x AfroTech

During AfroTech 2025, MARS x Blavity hosted a social series Trick or Truth that put a series of candy factoids in front of attendees to test their knowledge.

Blavity • 16th October 2025

U.S. Army x Blavity: Discipline, Growth & Self-Care with Jonathon Nolen-Kitchen

For Staff Sergeant Jonathon Nolen-Kitchen, joining the U.S. Army wasn’t about following someone else’s plan — it was about building his own. Through discipline, consistency, and self-care, he’s redefining what success looks like on his own terms.

Genius • 14th November 2024

Cold Takes With Doja Cat, Pt 2: Coldest Beat

In part two of Genius' custom social series, Cold Takes with Doja Cat, the global superstar—in Claymated form—explains what's the coldest beat she ever rapped over.

Genius • 12th November 2024

Cold Takes With Doja Cat, Pt 1: Coldest Lyrics

In a nod to the return of Brisk Iced Tea's iconic Claymated spot, Genius created a special two-part social series where Doja Cat explains what's the coldest lyric she ever spit.

F A RAP CRITIC • 13th September 2024

30 Years Later, Did “Ready To Die” Instantly Make B.I.G. ‘King Of NY’? - Episode 66 ft. Anslem Rocque

Veteran journalist Anslem Samuel Rocque joins host Malik-16 to give a professional breakdown of The Notorious B.I.G.'s debut album. Ready to Die, in honor of its 30th anniversary.

Ad Council • 23rd June 2022

The Gentle Giant | Love Has No Labels | Ad Council

In this untold story of a sibling bond between a sister and brother, see how their love and legacy persevere through millions of acts of love from others. Every act of love can have an impact that lives on. Learn, act and support the fight for racial justice at lovehasnolabels.com. #loveliveson

Complex • 21st December 2020

The Artists Behind the Adobe Creativity Space Have Something to Say

After showcasing their work at ComplexLand, the five creators whose work was featured in the activation reflect on the unlimited breadth of Black creativity.

Ad Council • 24th November 2020

The Power of Us | Coronavirus Response | Ad Council

Black Americans are dying from the Coronavirus at almost double the national rate, but you have the power to protect yourself and those around you.

Complex • 22nd October 2020

The Artwork Behind Netflix’s 'Grand Army' Tells a Powerful Story of Its Own

Visual artist Dr. Fahamu Pecou explains how his paintings breathe life into the complex characters of the new dramatic series.

Complex • 15th October 2020

Sprite's New Dream is Investing in Young Creatives

The popular beverage brand is continuing its mission of showcasing and investing in young talent.

Complex • 17th September 2020

The Reebok x Wonder Woman Collection Reimagines the Freestyle Silhouette

Full Size Run co-host Brendan Dunne lives out his Bok Boys dreams by getting exclusive access to the Reebok archives in a new series dubbed Reel Silhouettes.

Chaz Chats • 31st March 2020

How to Network in the #MeToo Era (Female and Male Perspective) [PT.3] - Chaz Chats

Panel of industry veterans discuss what can both men and women do to avoid confusing the tone of a business relationship among other topics.

Chaz Chats • 31st March 2020

Effective Ways To Network Via Social Media [PT.2] - Chaz Chats

Panel of industry veterans discuss the benefits of using social media to networking among other topics.

Chaz Chats • 31st March 2020

A Masterclass in Effective Networking [PT.1] - Chaz Chats

A panel of experts get real about the networking tactics that both intrigue them and turn them off.

Complex • 5th March 2020

Generation S Sickle Cell Documentary

All five of the Generation S Storytellers share there sickle cell journey and how the disease has impacted their lives and that of their loved ones.

Complex.com • 17th October 2019

Canon Co-Lab Series: 6 Creatives, 1 Vision

Pulling together six talented young minds from different walks of life, the Canon Co-Lab is an exploration of creativity. The five-part series follows the journey of Jibrizy, Dexter Findley, Sue Tsai, Sean Lew, Ravie B, and Aleali May as they come together to flip the script on what creativity means.

Generation S • 12th October 2019

Generation S, Pt. 5 - Assama's Sickle Cell Story

Despite suffering from extreme bouts of sickle cell crisis, Assama has been able to continue pursuing his dreams of being a doctor against all odds. The Ivy League graduate credits his circle of friends, who serve as an extended family in his life, as his biggest source of inspiration and motivation.

Generation S • 16th September 2019

Generation S, Pt. 4 - Anochia's Sickle Cell Story

Coming from a family of seven, Anochia and her older sister Alexia both suffer from crippling bouts of pain due to sickle cell. The college student shares her struggles and triumphs.