(Repost by Popular Demand) 4/29/20 O&A NYC WILDIN OUT WEDNESDAY: Ken Norton Rape scene Mandingo (1975)


In Mandingo, big black buck Drum (boxer Ken Norton) is raped by his owner’s drunken wife Blanche (Susan George). Recently this post has received renewed attention so we decided to repost it for you.  Continue reading

4/28/20 O&A NYC LOCKDOWN BRUNCH: Mango, Berry & Banana Smoothie

Mango, Berry & Banana Smoothie is both tasty, and healthy, too: Coconut water is high in potassium and other electrolytes And Flaxseeds are a good source of beneficial omega-3s. Continue reading

(Repost) 4/27/20 O&A NYC HEALTH AND WELLNESS: Working Out With Naomi Campbell- British Vogue

British Vogue cover star and contributing editor, Naomi Campbell, shares her work out secrets and the 20 minute exercise routine that keeps the supermodel in shape. Continue reading

(Repost) 4/27/20 O&A NYC HOLLYWOOD MONDAY: The King and I

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The King and I is a 1956 musical film made by 20th Century Fox. The movie was directed by Walter Lang and produced by Charles Brackett and Darryl F. Zanuck. The screenplay by Ernest Lehman is based on the Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II musical The King and I. The musical starred Yul Brynner and Deborah Kerr. It was Brynner who pressed for Kerr to play the role. Marni Nixon provided Kerr’s singing for the film.  Continue reading

4/26/20 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Kirk Franklin, Kelly Price, Fantasia, Tyrese & More Take Us to Church With “I Smile”

Kirk Franklin brings out Kelly Price, Fantasia, Jonathan McReynolds, Tyrese, Le’Andria Johnson, and Melvin Crispell III to kick off the “Saving Our Selves: BET COVID-19 Relief Effort” special. Continue reading

4/25/20 O&A NYC LOCKDOWN SUNDAY BRUNCH: Individual Beef Wellingtons

Perfectly cooked beef, mushrooms and flaky pastry make the best individual Beef Wellington. Make these individual versions for a special lockdown occasion or just for special family and friends. 

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5/24/24 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY: Jose Limon- The Moor’s Pavane

The Moor’s Pavane is a 20-minute ballet based upon the tragedy Othelle by William Shakespeare. The ballet was choreographed by Jose’ Limon in 1949 to music from Henry Purcell’s Abdelazer, The Gordion Knot Untied, and the pavane from Pavane and Chaconne for Strings, arranged by Simon Sadoff.   Continue reading

4/23/20 O&A NYC LOCKDOWN BRUNCH: Crab, Tarragon and Lemon Linguine

This recipe for crab, tarragon and lemon linguine is really simple to make, ready in just 20 minutes, and comes in at under 500 calories, but is packed full of delicious, fresh flavours. It’s perfect for a midweek meal. Continue reading