Edwin Betancourt Jr.
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Edwin is a published Author, Poet and Playwright hailing from the Bronx, NY.
When he isn’t working on stories, he can be found creating homemade lip balms and customizing dolls.
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The Racism You’re Not Supposed to Talk About:
For a community that prides itself on rainbows, love, and “chosen family,” the gay world has a very real, very ugly secret: racism is baked into its culture more deeply than most are willing to admit. People love to chant “love is love” at Pride, but scroll through Grindr for five minutes, walk into a club in a major gay city, or look at who gets put on magazine covers, and you’ll see how conditional that love actually is.
By Edwin Betancourt Jr.about a month ago in Humans
Remembering Melanie Thornton: Celebrating La Bouche’s Enduring Legacy
Twenty-four years after the tragic death of Melanie Thornton, the voice behind one of the most electrifying Eurodance acts of the 1990s, her legacy continues to pulse through dancefloors, playlists, and the collective memory of fans across the world.
By Edwin Betancourt Jr.2 months ago in Beat
Real McCoy and the Secret Behind “Another Night”
In the mid-1990s, Eurodance was at its peak, and one of the defining acts of the genre was Real McCoy. Their pulsating beats, catchy hooks, and late-night club appeal brought them international stardom. At the center of their success was their most recognizable song, “Another Night”, which climbed charts worldwide and became a cultural touchstone of the decade. Yet behind the track’s glossy music video and radio-friendly polish was a surprising truth: the voice that millions sang along to wasn’t the one audiences were led to believe.
By Edwin Betancourt Jr.5 months ago in Beat
When Jem Lost Her Sparkle!
When news broke in 2015 that Jem and the Holograms was getting a live-action movie, fans of the iconic ‘80s cartoon were ready to relive the glam, glitter, and truly outrageous magic. After all, the original series was a kaleidoscope of fashion, Electronic Pop music, female empowerment, wild storylines, and of course—holograms! But when the film hit theaters, it didn’t quite capture the electric charm of the original, leaving many longtime fans scratching their neon-colored heads.
By Edwin Betancourt Jr.5 months ago in Geeks
Jem and The Holograms: Why This 80s Icon Still Matters 40 Years Later
In 1985, amidst a sea of cartoons designed to sell toys, Jem and The Holograms burst onto television screens with a message that was louder, bolder, and more vibrant than its competitors.
By Edwin Betancourt Jr.5 months ago in Geeks
The Labubu Craze
If you’ve spent any time scrolling through TikTok or visiting specialty toy shops, you’ve likely encountered the cheeky grin and wild-eyed stare of Labubu. With her rabbit-like ears, jagged teeth, and hand-drawn aesthetic, Labubu is not your typical “cute” character. She’s mischievous, a little chaotic, and completely irresistible. What started as a niche designer toy has now become a global obsession, with fans all over the world eager to collect every version of this tiny troublemaker.
By Edwin Betancourt Jr.5 months ago in Humans
The Creation of Barbie and Her Friends!
We are exactly two weeks away until Greta Gerwig's live action Barbie hits theaters. Starring Margot Robbie (DCEU's Harley Quinn) as the titular diva herself and Ryan Gosling (The Notebook, LaLa Land) as her on/off again boyfriend Ken, this movie has a $100 millon budget and they are holding no punches with their marketing.
By Edwin Betancourt Jr.3 years ago in Geeks
My Watch Dogs Legion Review!
It was two years ago that I walked through the gloomy streets of Chicago as Aiden Pearce. I was hacking people, stealing their money, saving their lives from crimes that were about to happen and even stopping a human trafficking ring from taking place. Then I returned to the franchise in part 2, taking on the role of Marcus Holloway where I was in the ever bright San Francisco. The sequel saw my character become a member of Dedsec, defeated gang members, hacked people, stole their money, sick cops or gang members on random people etc.
By Edwin Betancourt Jr.5 years ago in Gamers
Masturbation For Men 101: Myths, Facts & Benefits!
As I type this, it is March 2020 and if you’re aware of what’s happening in the world then you know that we are in a crazy time where people are being isolated, quarantined and practicing social distancing.
By Edwin Betancourt Jr.6 years ago in Filthy
Dating Apps For Gay Men!
Dating in the Gay Community is a thing that exists. I know, if you bring it up in a conversation people will look at you as if you grew eight heads. It’s believed by many that Gay Cis Men are just promiscuous beings who want to have sex and then leave when they’re finished; but the truth is, there are Gay men out there who want to date.
By Edwin Betancourt Jr.6 years ago in Humans
