12/13/25 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WALESTYLEZ: Yemi Alade – Shawa Shawa (Ashawo)

Shawa Shawa (Ashawo) is a vibrant, high-energy Afropop single by Nigerian artist Yemi Alade, designed for fun and dance. Released in November 2025, the song blends traditional African sounds with social commentary, exploring themes of morality and work ethic through humor and rhythm. Continue reading

12/11/25 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY HOLIDAY GREETING: Eartha Kitt- Santa Baby

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Eartha Kitt

Eartha Mae Kitt was an actress, singer, cabaret star, dancer, stand-up comedienne, activist and voice artist. Known for her highly distinctive singing style and her 1953 recordings of C’est Si Bon and the enduring Christmas novelty smash Santa Baby. Both songs became US Top 10 hits. Orson Welles once called her the most exciting woman in the world.
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12/10/25 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: The Little Drummer Boy Parody (Queen of The Ratchet)

The Queen of The Ratchet brings us a new urban holiday classic with this The Little Drummer Boy parody. Continue reading

12/9/25 O&A NYC HOLIDAY SONG OF THE DAY: Luther Vandross – Every Year, Every Christmas

Every Year, Every Christmas is an original holiday song by singer-songwriter Luther Vandross, released in December 1995. It was featured on his classic Christmas album, This Is Christmas. The album was co-written by Vandross and Richard Marx.  Continue reading

12/9/25 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Viola Davis 2015 Emmys Awards Acceptance Speech

Viola Davis won the 2015 Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her iconic role as Annalise Keating in How to Get Away with Murder. Davis became the first African-American woman to win an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress Award. She delivered a historic, powerful speech about opportunity for women of color in Hollywood.  Continue reading

12/7/25 O&A NYC SUNDAY SCHOOL: The Birth of Jesus Christ (Full Animated Bible Movie)


The Birth of Jesus Christ is brought to life in this full animated Bible movie—a touching retelling of the greatest story ever told. Follow Mary, Joseph, and the humble birth of Jesus in Bethlehem through beautiful animation that captures the message of hope, love, and faith. Continue reading

12/6/25 O&A NYC ITS SATURDAY ANYTHING GOES: CHANEL Métiers d’art 2026 Show – New York City

The CHANEL Métiers d’art 2026 Show was held on December 2, 2025, at a New York City abandoned subway station at 168 Bowery. Guests were seated in front of a stationed “C” train. Continue reading

12/6/25 O&A NYC SATURDAY MORNING CONCERT: Christmas Under The Stars ft. LaBelle, Knight, Adams, Robinson (2017)

 Christmas Under the Stars which featured Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, Yolanda Adams, and Smokey Robinson. The concert was a special performance where these four legendary artists took the stage to perform Christmas music and bring the holiday spirit to the audience.

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12/5/25 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY: New York City Ballet (NYCB) Balanchine Nutcracker (2011)


The 2011 New York City Ballet (NYCB) Balanchine Nutcracker performance was filmed for a PBS Live From Lincoln Center broadcast.  The televised production featured principal dancers Megan Fairchild as the Sugar Plum Fairy and Joaquin De Luz as her Cavalier, with Adam Hendrickson as Herr Drosselmeier with students from the School of American Ballet, the official school of the NYCB. Continue reading

12/3/25 O&A NYC WILDIN OUT WEDNESDAY: Dance Federation Africa – Oil It – Mr. Killa 

The Dance Federation Africa performing Oil It the 2021 dancehall song by Mr. Killa.  Continue reading