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https://www.themarysue.com/doctor-whos-new-episode-titles-may-have-revealed-a-reality-bending-twist/

Doctor Who season 15—or season 2, if that’s what you want to call it—is almost upon us. We’re just a few short weeks away from reuniting with Ncuti Gatwa’s Fifteenth Doctor and meeting his new companion, Varada Sethu’s Belinda Chandra. As promotion for the upcoming season ramps up, the official Doctor Who X account has teased more of what’s to come by releasing the titles for all eight season 15/season 2 episodes.

They are as follows:

https://nerdist.com/article/a-minecraft-movies-mcdonalds-collaboration-happy-meal/

Your fast food meal is about to get a little more…blocky. McDonald’s x Minecraft is a reality with a new collaboration between the two brands for the upcoming live-action A Minecraft Movie produced by Warner Bros. and Legendary Pictures. In anticipation of A Minecraft Movie, you can expect to see new meals, packaging based on the video game world, and exclusive collectibles. Beginning April 1, you can pick up all the new limited items.

McDonald’s is no stranger to pop culture collaborations in recent years, having dipped their toes into the world of the popular TV show Friends, Rick and Morty, and pop group BTS. In most of these collaborations, McDonald’s adds a new themed meal to their menu along with an exclusive sauce. The Minecraft collaboration is getting the full treatment with both A Minecraft Movie Meal and A Minecraft Movie Happy Meal.

Both meals come with custom packaging, a Nether Flame sauce, A Minecraft Movie-themed toys, and in-game downloadable content codes. The A Minecraft Movie Happy Meal comes with the regular Happy Meal fixings and scannable game code. The toy element is one of twelve A Minecraft Film-inspired figurines or Block World toys. Details on the game are scarce, but the McDonald’s website says it involves players completing a quest in the A Minecraft Movie universe.

A Minecraft Movie Meal comes with one of six collectible figurines that are inspired by McDonald’s characters and the film. Each figure comes with a matching card and a DLC code to unlock the character’s skin in Minecraft. Along with this, fans will get a one-time redeemable code unlocking the McDonald’s Add-On pack in the game. This includes “McDonaldland characters, builds, and tools.” The figurines are as follows:

• Big Mac Crystal – Mined from the sea of special sauce, this precious block derives its radiant shine from melty cheese and a toasty sesame seed bun. 
• Birdie Wings – Keep your eye to the sky or you might miss the early bird soaring high above the clouds with a rare pair of elytra wings. 
• Fry Helmet – Forged from the iconic French Fry box, this enchanted helmet is rumored to protect you from friends stealing your last Fry. 
• Grimace Egg – Emerging from the depths of a purple shake, this magical Grimace mob gets its shape from the most coveted egg of them all. 
• Soda Potion – The electrifying effect of this potion is as mysterious as its recipe: an accidental combo of fantastic fizzy flavors. 
• Zombie Hamburglar – Little is known about this hungry mob who spawns late at night and wanders all biomes in search of hamburgers.

As for the edible contents of the meals, the regular meal includes a choice between a Big Mac or 10-piece Chicken McNuggets with a medium drink and fries. Make sure to try to get the nuggets so you can dip them in the Nether Flame Sauce condiment. It’s a limited-edition hot sauce with tasting notes of crushed red pepper, cayenne, hints of garlic, and a little sweetness. You can also add just the sauce to any McDonald’s order.

You can check out A Minecraft Movie in theatres April 4 and maybe grab some nuggets on the way.

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https://blackgirlnerds.com/shining-a-light-on-black-excellence-number-one-on-the-call-sheet/

In Hollywood, being “number one on the call sheet” is more than just a logistical detail, it’s a symbol of leadership, influence, and representation. Number One on the Call Sheet, the two-part documentary executive produced by Jamie Foxx, Kevin Hart, and Datari Turner, dives deep into what it means to be a Black lead in the film industry.

Split into two compelling parts — one focusing on Black leading men and the other on Black leading women — the documentary explores the struggles, triumphs, and evolution of Black actors in mainstream cinema. Featuring insights from industry giants, the film doesn’t just celebrate success; it unpacks the systemic barriers and cultural shifts that have shaped the journey toward inclusion.

With candid interviews, archival footage, and personal anecdotes, Number One on the Call Sheet isn’t just about Hollywood, it’s about the perseverance, talent, and undeniable impact of Black performers who continue to redefine what it means to lead on and off the screen.

Directed by acclaimed filmmakers Shola Lynch and Reginald Hudlin, Number One on the Call Sheet brings a nuanced perspective to these conversations, blending historical context with firsthand experiences from Hollywood’s most influential Black actors. Black Girl Nerds interviewed the esteemed filmmakers in the video featured below.

Number One on the Call Sheet premieres on Apple TV+ March 28th.

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https://www.blackenterprise.com/famed-atlanta-restauranteur-gocha-hawkins-serves-up-the-flavor-of-brunch-in-new-cookbook/

Gocha Hawkins continues delighting foodies in Atlanta and beyond with her new cookbook centered on classic brunch favorites.

Gocha Hawkins has already made a name for herself in the Atlanta food scene. The former hairstylist has become a seasoned restauranteur with two hotspots, Gocha’s Tapas and Breakfast Bar, in her name. Now, she is offering up her own recipes in a new cookbook, Cooking with Gocha, to recreate her signature dishes in one’s own kitchen.

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The cookbook features 90 recipes that can make anyone’s morning, from savory shrimp and grits to a vegan, yet flavorful, cauliflower steak entree. Hawkins, a self-proclaimed “pancake connoisseur,” knows her way around any kitchen, proved by her always-packed restaurants that have captivated Atlantans.

Hawkins got her start after moving to Atlanta’s southwest side in 2014. She noticed how limited the food options were in this area, and decided to take the chance to flex her own chef skills. Hawkins spoke to BLACK ENTERPRISE about how this transition helped her capitalize on her passions while also uplifting this underserved community.

“I moved to the Southwest side of town in 2014 and I was like wow, this community is at a disadvantage,” she shared to BE’s Director of Digital Content Ida Harris.

“There’s nothing over here but chain restaurants. I [thought] it would be a perfect opportunity to open up a breakfast restaurant because that’s what was missing in my area.”

According to Hawkins, this bet on herself led to a food empire beyond her wildest dreams. After starting her first restaurant in 2018, her ability to adapt to her customers’ needs, such as opening a food truck during the pandemic, has led her to steady and rising success despite an unpredictable food industry.

With lines out the door, she expanded her Cascade location of the Breakfast Bar to double its capacity, taking over the neighboring space that had shut down its business. While surrounding businesses came and went, Hawkins stood by her decision to keep her flagship location in the heart of its neighborhood.

“I think that’s something that a lot of Black neighborhoods are affected by, but you chose to stick around. I feel like it’s extremely important to invest in the community,” explained Hawkins.

“That is the number one thing that stimulates the brand is investing in community, you know, like providing jobs and just growing our community in general. I feel like without giving back to the community in that way we’re we’re just another big chain restaurant, you know? I feel like the small businesses have so many opportunities to capitalize on stimulating a community.”

What makes Hawkins’ dishes so unique is that there was no distinct recipe behind them. While she has since curated direction for her food, what drove the innate chef is her own personal taste and desire for meals that simply tasted good. However, she still emphasizes the importance of nutrition in her menu development.

“The way that I eat and the way that I cook at home is what I wanted to bring to the restaurant because I knew that it would be a good fit for everyone. [Everyone] wants to be much healthier now, they’re moving to that direction and I want to make recipes that are easy, flavorful, and convenient.”

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Taking over a year and a half to curate her recipes, fans of Gocha’s southern brunch can make cooking a convenient pasttime. She is also offering insight into her retail line, letting readers recreate her hot sauce and pancakes to reimagine the breakfast bar at home.

Hawkins does not want to add anything to the community that is not serving it, whether on her menu or her business portfolio. From food giveaways to coat drives, Hawkins pours back into those that dine with her.

The entrepreneur also wants her employees to thrive, offering grants for workers attending college. As for what she plans to serve next, Gocha’s will expand into a shared kitchen to help chefs that cannot afford a brick-and-mortar space. Launching in Atlantic station under her Gocha’s Restaurant Group brand, the opportunity to help other emerging cooks get a leg up remains part of Hawkin’s vision.

“My advice to any entrepreneur would be to study whatever it is that you’re trying to do and get the knowledge,” she concluded.

“Invest in yourself and you’re gonna get some nos, no doubt. So when you get those no’s, don’t give up. Continue to invest in yourself and just keep going.”

Pre-orders for Cooking with Gocha: Easy, Flavorful Recipes for Breakfast & Brunch Lovers are available now.

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