Flint, MI — In his own words, Errin Whitaker or Brother Lightheart as he is known, calls himself “an African King.” He is a Flint native and resident, a father, a creative artist, but mainly a teacher. Lightheart has made artistic waves and headlines with thought-provoking and spiritually crafted paintings. With a focus on African […]

Author Archives: Xzavier V. Simon
Xzavier V. Simon is a native of the Beecher community. Since 2017 he's traveled around the country meditating, teaching, and writing books about African American LGBTQ+ experiences and African spirituality. He enjoys K-pop, playing video games, cooking, and exploring the lives of queer people with his indie project The Modern Queer. You can follow his adventures on Instagram (@xzaviervsimon).