1/16/22 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Yolanda Adams & Le’Andria Johnson- The Battle Is The Lord’s

Le’Andria Johnson joins gospel superstar Yolanda Adams for a powerful performance of The Battle Is The Lord’s at the 2020 Super Bowl Gospel Celebration. Continue reading

11/26/21 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY: Misty Copeland- Black Ballerinas Work Harder

In 2015, Dancer Misty Copeland made history by becoming the first African American female principal dancer at American Ballet Theatre. Fast forward to 2021, and she has been on Time magazine’s 100 list and one Glamour magazine’s “Women of the Year.” Now, the New York Times bestselling author and trailblazer is releasing a new book, “Black Ballerinas.” The illustrated nonfiction collection celebrates dancers of color who have influenced her on and off the stage. Continue reading

11/23/21 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Iman Shumbert & Daniella Win Dancing With The Stars

Iman Shumpert made history as first NBA star in 30 seasons of the show to take home the mirrorball. Shumpert made history on Monday night as the first former NBA player to take home the mirrorball trophy on Dancing with the Stars. Continue reading

2/13/21 O&A NYC ITS SATURDAY: Frances Davis- Her Story (Life Before & After Miles)

Frances Taylor Davis shares her life history as a pioneering dancer with Katherine Dunham Dance Company, her marriage to Miles Davis and renewal after as a survivor. Continue reading

2/2/21 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Cicely Tyson Remembering Arthur Mitchell

 

Cicely Tyson and Arthur Mitchell had a friendship the spanned almost 60 years. Tyson shared her heartfelt memories of their meeting and endearing friendship at the December 3, 2018 memorial at Riverside Church, New York City. Continue reading

1/29/21 O&A NYC IN MEMORIAM: Cicely Tyson- The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman

Cicely Tyson passed yesterday January 28, 2021. In a career spanning more than seven decades, Tyson became known for her portrayal of strong African-American women.  Continue reading

1/5/21 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Jennifer Lewis- Georgia, let’s flip the Senate!

Jennifer Lewis the mother of Black Hollywood share some mother wit- Georgia, let’s flip the Senate! Continue reading

12/11/20 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez MUSIC INTERVIEW: Kid Cudi: Man on the Moon III: The Chosen,Working With Pop Smoke, Anxiety

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr

 

Zane Lowe meets with Kid Cudi to discuss his latest project, Man on the Moon III: The Chosen. Kid Cudi has finally dropped off his highly anticipated studio album, Man On The Moon III: The Chosen. Continue reading

11/30/20 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FOOTWEAR: J Balvin x Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr

 

The J Balvin x Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG have arrived. After patiently waiting since its first public appearance on the feet of J Balvin during his Super Bowl LIV half-time performance, the sneakers release is just a few days away.  Continue reading

11/22/20 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: President Barack Obama Surprises Fan

Joyce Taylor from Maryland and she is one of President Obama’s biggest fans. She had no idea that this was for our show. She thought it was a special screening where she’d be watching pre-taped clips of Obama reading his new book “A Promised Land.” But that was all a lie, and the former President gave her the surprise of her life. Continue reading