Anonymous asked: There are people dying in Syria and the poverty rate is lower than its ever been and your making cartoons about rich black people. I thought this was supposed to be a political blog? smh
What? The attitudes, people and ideas that I satirize are the same ones that lead to what’s going on in Syria and our poverty rate. I don’t think the character’s in “Yeah, YOU’RE Cool” are “rich” but they are well off in the superficial sense, but that’s me highlighting the fact that no matter how much you have on the surface, you’re still going to struggle internally in some way. That’s life. And, I never said this was a “political blog” anyway, so I’m not sure what exactly it is that you’re shaking your head about. I’ll assume that you’re trolling, but you need to try harder.
wardaishwaq asked: Showing you some love. Love your blog darl. Keep updating, i always come by to check it out xxx
Thanks! I appreciate everybody who keeps up with all of the work, it’s very encouraging.
Here’s a recent interview I did about Social Skills with the website The Conscious Tip.
1) What is Social Skills?
Social Skills is a weekly comic that consists of illustrations, and comics done in a sarcastic and cynical tone. Although, it’s also a place where discussion happens…
Anonymous asked: so what types of girls do you like? ;)
Women that are extremely smart, laid back but passionate about their interests, and have great taste. I’m a pretty low maintenance man.
afropersiandiversion asked: Any new comics soon bruh? I love your work
Actually, I’m working on a graphic novel called KOBK that’s going to be in color and it’ll be released online at the end of the summer. It’s separate from Social Skills, but I’ll be posting updates and previews for it on my personal site.
But, as far as another miniseries like “Yeah, YOU’RE Cool” goes … I do plan on doing one(a brand new story with new characters and themes) but it’s just a matter of having the time to do it the right way. Hopefully before the Fall. And, thanks, I’m glad you love the work.
Anonymous asked: I've had genital warts for 3 years and haven't dated a guy since. I know that theyll just think im this disgusting slut and be repulsed by me if it ever gets to sex. i feel so lonely and its been so long since i've even kissed a guy but i cant do it. i feel worthless and suicidal because i know nobody will ever love me. I dont know why i'm telling you all this but i love your work and i love the answers you gave to other people and i want your advice PLEASE? ive never talked to anyone about this
I wanted to have some time to think about this and give you a well thought out response, which is why I’m just now answering your question. Before I say anything, I again want to stress to you and anybody else reading this that I’m in no way a relationship expert, but if you want my advice, I don’t mind giving it to you. I don’t have much information to go off of(your age, social life, past relationships, personality type, etc.) but I will say that many times our problems seem larger in our heads than they actually are. That’s not to invalidate your feelings, but I just want you to know that beating yourself up about it, and feeling worthless isn’t a proactive response. So, you have an STD, genital warts to be more specific, right? And, you haven’t been intimate with a guy, but you’re longing to? Alright, then my advice is to start dating and once things are going well, and you’re about to become physically intimate, just be straightforward and let him know that you’re feeling self conscious about this. If you’re in the heat of the moment, it’s a lot more likely that he’ll overlook this, trust me. You might be afraid to tell him, but you have to. First of all, it’s the moral thing to do, not to mention it’s also the healthy thing to do. I’m not going to lie to you and say that every guy is going to just take this information in stride, but trust me, you will find someone who understands and still wants to be with you.
Now, from a practical standpoint, once you are with someone, and you’ve told him, it’s important that he gets treatment of some type(I’m not an expert on HPV’s either, but I’m sure treatment or vaccines exist) so that the two of you can have a healthy relationship. We’re all adults, and if you want a strong relationship, communication is the key. In your case, you have to reveal something embarrassing about yourself fairly early on, but at least you know that whomever does stay with you is in it for long term reasons. Having an STD like this doesn’t mean that you have to live in isolated shame, but it does mean you have to be braver than the average person. But, you have to put yourself out there, and see what happens. The results of doing so might be painful depending on who you meet, but there’s a bigger chance than you think that they’ll also be very rewarding. Letting this paralyze you is doing a disservice to you and any other man who might potentially be interested in getting to know you. I’m glad that you’re enjoying Social Skills, and that you felt you could ask me this, and I hope I’ve helped in some way. But, I think the best thing to do would be to talk to your physician, or even a therapist who has experience in dealing with similar patients. Good luck to you.
sendeccentric asked: Fam you're always speaking the truth conveying it through these killer illustrations much love to the artists and minds behind the entirety of this blog dude.
Thanks alot, I’m glad you’re enjoying the work. Just doing what I can.
Anonymous asked: do you like lana del ray
haha I like her for the few seconds she says, “You can be the boss, daddy” but aside from that she doesn’t interest me. The types of singers I like are Sade, Anita Baker and Ella Fitzgerald. But, honestly, I’ve only heard two songs from her. Why, am I missing out?
Anonymous asked: would you ever do a video FAQ?
Eh, I don’t really think that’s necessary. But, in the future, I might be interviewed on video, so that would be as close as it gets. I do appreciate your interest, though haha
