9/29/24 O&A NYC SUNDAY SCHOOL: Story of Elijah an Animated Bible Movie by JudahSketch

The story of Elijah is a powerful and awe-inspiring journey of one of the Bible’s greatest prophets. Continue reading

9/29/24 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Grace Idowu- God Don’t Give Up On Me Yet


Grace Idowu Ibukunoluwa best known as Grace Idowu is a Nigerian gospel singer and songwriter, who hails from Ondo State and was born on  May 5th 2000 in Lagos. Continue reading

9/28/24 O&A NYC BRUNCH: Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes With AB

Today, Aaron Brown aka AB brings some Southern charm to your kitchen with a recipe that’s guaranteed to be a hit for a tangy twist on brunch or with a gaggle of armchair quarterbacks, Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes! Imagine all the juicy, zesty, and smoky flavors of a Cajun spice blend, paired with tender ground chicken and smothered in a rich, tangy sauce. It’s got that perfect mix of heat and comfort, all packed into one delicious sandwich. Continue reading

9/27/24 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY:   Cristian Cerezo and Wilson Munoz – Temo at Lisbon Tango Festival 2023


Cristian Cerezo and Wilson Munoz dance “Temo” by Orquesta Típica Victor, sung by Mario Pomar, at the 19th Lisbon Tango Festival 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal. Continue reading

9/20/24 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: Harry Belafonte – Island in the Sun (Live)

Harry Belafonte – Island in the Sun, excerpt from Harry Belafonte Live at the BCC (1977). This song was first featured on the studio album Belafonte Sings of the Caribbean (1957), and was the title song for the feature film  Island in the Sun (1957). Continue reading

9/20/24 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY: Fred Astaire & Cyd Charisse- The Girl Hunt Ballet from The Band Wagon (1953)

The dance is called Girl Hunt Ballet from the 1953 film The Band Wagon directed by Vincente Minnelli. It is around 12 minutes long and is a mini-mystery dance. Fred Astaire plays Rod Reilly, a private detective and he is narrating his story, which is unfolding in the dance. Cyd Charisse plays duel roles as both the innocent blonde and the brunette siren. Continue reading

9/19/24 O&A THROWBACK THURSDAY: Jackie Wilson Baby Workout (Shindig 1965)

Baby Workout by Mr. Excitement aka Jackie Wilson from the album of the same name is about Wilson urging a girl to dance or work out all night long with him. Continue reading

9/18/24 O&A NYC WILDIN OUT WEDNESDAY: The Last Dog in Springfield (Trump song parody)


At his debate against Kamala Harris, Donald Trump erroneously claimed that immigrants are eating the dogs and cats of red-blooded American citizens. This was based on an incident where a woman (who was not an immigrant) was indeed charged with such a crime, but then right-wing people posted online, saying that Hatian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio were committing such crimes – not only false, but dangerous misinformation that will likely end in violence against innocent people. Continue reading

9/17/24 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Hannibal Barca- The Man Who Tried To Conquer Rome

Hannibal was a Carthaginian (Northern Africa) general and statesman who commanded the forces of Carthage in their battle against the Roman Republic during the Second Punic War. His campaign bring his army over the Alps in the winter was one of the boldest moves in history. Continue reading