Charles Wall

Writer

United States of America

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Slantnews
12/01/2015
How Freeing Up Gigabytes Helped Me Clear My Mind

It's amazing how much the internet has taken over our lives. Which is why I find it essential to erase all the unnecessary files from your laptop or personal computer. Oddly enough, this single act will alleviate some of the issues plaguing your mind.

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11/17/2015
Why Ronda Rousey Won't Beat Holly Holm In A Rematch

Ronda Rousey will not beat Holly Holm in rematch. There I said it and it's my opinion. It's not because Rousey isn't a great fighter. It's simply due to experience. The former champ cannot make for the years of training Holm has been through, in a matter of months.

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08/03/2015
Meek Mill Turned Into The Adrien Broner Of Hip-Hop

There was a time when a promising Meek Mill and Adrien Broner were making rounds in their respective industries. Broner was a serious force at the 135-pound division; eventually becoming the champion by defeating Antonio DeMarco. After beating Gavin Rees in a title defense, "The Problem" moved up to the 147-pound class.

Medium
12/08/2014
Doubt Reasonably - General Writing: Idea, Thinking, Opinion

Each passing moment reveals itself and fades. Words from thoughts seamlessly etched onto invisible walls. Doubt runs rampant throughout the wilderness, feeding on the insecurities of the mind, body, and soul. A soul which has become hollow, barren, and in dire need of nurturing. The numbing coolness has been embraced.

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11/20/2014
J. Cole Unexpectedly Won 2014

J. Cole won 2014. Yes, you read that right. Let's face it, 2014 hasn't been the best year in regards to public relations.

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09/08/2014
In Drake We Trust: The Power Of The Almighty Cosign

There was once a time when you would spend hours grinding out tunes in your mother's basement or trapped inside a studio for days on end. The blood, sweat, and tears would cascade from your body, but you wouldn't think twice. Why?

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7/31/2014
Bobby Shmurda May End Up Another Trinidad James

Bobby Shmurda is all the buzz lately; his song "Hot Nigga" is by far the most popular track in the Tri-State area, and it's gaining traction across the nation. For those unfamiliar with Shmurda, the native Flatbush rapper that blew up after the internet got hold of his famous "Shmoney Dance."

Medium
07/30/2014
The City Of New York

The metropolis of New York has a hauntingly ethereal presence; it's more than simply a city. The very existence coarsens through my being making each day an adventure in self-discovery with the hopes of a revelation. I often wander around aimlessly admiring the faces of sulky, restive, impassioned, industrious, and picturesque citizens who briskly roam the five boroughs.

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05/22/2014
Is It Really Racist: Let's Be Real About Mark Cuban

Mark Cuban went on somewhat of a tangent about Donald Sterling and his privately recorded racists remarks. Check out the interview he had with Inc Magazine. Let's be very real. What Cuban said, although not worded the best, wasn't far-fetched from reality.

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03/14/2014
Weight Of The World: Should Celebrities Be Forced To Be Role Models?

In the days of social media, camera phones, and NSA intrusion we can't expect anyone's life to be completely private. Let's also consider how social media caters to our narcissism; it's inescapable. Furthermore, people look to the internet personalities, Beyonce, Miley, Bieber and others for validation since most social media has created socially awkward people that never leave the house to engage with other humans.

Medium
01/23/2014
All Eyez On Me: Bieber vs. America - THOSE PEOPLE

Justin "Biebervelli" Bieber has recently found himself in trouble, again. Today (Jan. 23), Biebs was arrested for drag-racing, DUI, and resisting arrest in Miami Beach - he was in a yellow Lamborghini and driving with an expired license. At this point we all know the amount of fucks Bieber doesn't give, and to make matters worse, his bail was set $2,500.

Medium
01/18/2014
Chief Keef And Pitchfork Are To Blame For This - THOSE PEOPLE

Whether you like Chief Keef or not; the Chicago teen has had a monstrous year. Chief Keef - real name Keith Cozart - made all kinds of buzz with mega-hit I Don't Like and more recently Love Sosa, all off his debut album Finally Rich; the music is mostly laced with violent lyrics and the obligatory drug raps.