T. King

Documentarian, Radio Producer, Reluctant Entrepreneur, @WTOP Book Guy. Working, as always, on my breathing. Opinions - and clapbacks if provoked - all my own.

[T. King @IamTerik]

In today’s “stay ready so you don’t have to get ready” minute… follow me here:

[Today In History @historigins]

In 1998, the United States achieved its first federal budget surplus in 29 years, effectively ending a streak of deficits that had lasted since 1969. ⁠
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This milestone was achieved under President Bill Clinton, following the passage of the Balanced Budget Act of 1997, which resulted in a fiscal surplus of approximately $69 billion for that year.⁠
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[Selina Wang @selinawangtv]

I was in the middle of taping on my iPhone for a social video from the White House North Lawn when we heard the shots. It sounded like dozens of gunshots. We were told to sprint to the press briefing room where we are holding now.

[Jack Freeman @jackfreeman]

People that know ball don’t play about the great Rachelle Ferrell. You bow when she comes in the room

[T. King @IamTerik]

But @CheyenneCorin stood TEN TOES DOWN... unmoved... that's how you do that!! 😆

[Cheyenne Corin ✨ @CheyenneCorin]

I was absolutely trolled on live TV by Knicks fans today 😅 But hey, it’s all in good fun. They better watch out for when it’s our turn though…. SIXERS FOR LIFE ❤️💙

[T. King @IamTerik]

Heeeeyyy @CheyenneCorin !!!

[Dave Portnoy @stoolpresidente]

Philadelphia has fallen. This is tough to watch.

[Scott MacFarlane @MacFarlaneNews]

My final report for CBS News is the final chapter of my multi-part series on the glory of RADIO

Johnny Holliday is much more than a radio legend in Maryland. Just ask the surprise guest at the end of this segment!

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[T. King @IamTerik]

.@tajjackson3 I really think its about time that u & the fandom GET IN THE NECK of this POS “writer” who has been making up these “insider stories” for YEARS now. This broke-ass, bottom-feeding delusional hack in bad suits. It’s been happening FAR TOO LONG. #MichaelMovie

[Blue Georgia @BlueGeorgia]

Latest script just dropped: “Short-term pain for long-term gain”

[EBONY @EBONY]

Byron Allen just made another power move.

The media mogul secured a 10.7% stake in Starz in a $25 million deal, expanding a portfolio that already includes The Weather Channel and multiple television and streaming platforms. But this isn’t just about shares, it’s about ownership inside a network that helps decide what stories get funded and who gets seen.

For decades, Black creatives have fought for space. Ownership changes the conversation. Equity means influence.

Representation matters. Ownership shifts power. 🖤

[Christopher Webb @cwebbonline]

Take two minutes to watch this piece with NYT photojournalist Kenny Holston, the only news photographer on the House floor during Trump’s State of the Union speech.

There’s one shot in particular that will likely end up in the history books.

See if you catch which one.

[The Art Of Dialogue @ArtOfDialogue_]

Chico DeBarge was just spotted at Yoshi's in Oakland, CA, doing a rare performance with his siblings Bunny DeBarge & Mark DeBarge, who were both part of the music group DeBarge, as all 3 performed hit songs, ”I Like It,” “A Dream,” & “Rhythm of the Night”

[T. King @IamTerik]

“Unnerving” is a great word choice.

[BrooklynDad_Defiant!☮️ @mmpadellan]

I know we've all gotten used to trump's deranged daily rants, but hearing him repeatedly say "I can do anything I want... I can DESTROY the country" is unnerving, and way worse than Biden's bad debate.

He gets worse every day.
And none of this is normal.

[Miami New Times @miaminewtimes]

Maria Antonia Guerra Montoya, 9, said she "only wanted to be on vacation like a normal family." https://t.co/hWiNepTQ9e

[Katie Shepherd @katemshepherd]

I would have written a story on this for The Washington Post today, but since I can't do that I'll share the news here: The owners of a Maryland crematory that allowed bodies to pile up and decompose have been charged with crimes related to the improper disposal of human remains.

[T. King @IamTerik]

@BoyGeorge @MisterMarilyn Ugh… this RUINS ‘Taboo’ for me. 🙄

[Strictly 4 My X’ers @Lizzs_Lockeroom]

Happy 40th Anniversary to one of my fav movies! "Wildcats"

🗣U-G-L-Y, you ain't got no alibi...

https://t.co/oNvMQrtwbf

[T. King @IamTerik]

@DavidOvalle305 I always, always enjoyed the opportunity to work with you and have you on WTOP, and I hope that further opportunities arise for us to work together. You are a great voice!

[The Freelance Beat @Freelance_Beat]

People are rightfully focused on the @wapo layoffs, but I'd also like to point out that the @ajc also underwent a round of layoffs this week, too. Plus @propublicaguild is preparing to strike. There are more journalists losing their jobs & fighting for better working conditions.

[Niall Stanage @NiallStanage]

British TV anchor @KamaliMelbourne of Sky News with a moving, personal response to Trump’s posting of the racist clip of the Obamas.

I know Kamali just a little. I’m proud of him for saying this — and sad we’re in a moment when he has to.

[★7 @TatianaSnead]

he is absolutely correct.