2/3/16 O&A NYC WILDIN OUT WEDNESDAY: Paul Mooney- Dropping Knowledge

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Paul Mooney drops knowledge with Reelblack in 2010. In this clip, he talks about the difference between being half-African and half-Black, DNA, his Rip Van Winkle screenplay, Willie Lynch and the fear Black women instill in their sons.
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1/26/16 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Oprah Winfrey’s Top 10 Rules For Success

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Oprah Winfrey has been dubbed the Queen of All Media, she has been ranked the richest African-American of the 20th century, the greatest black philanthropist in American history, and is currently North America’s only black billionaire. Here are her Top 10 Rules for Success. Continue reading

1/21/16 O&A NYC With WaleStylez- Fashion: A$AP Rocky and GUESS Team Up on ’90s Throwback “GUE$$” Collection

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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GUESS Founder and Chief Creative Officer Paul Marciano related the following, “Growing up he wore and loved our jeans with the triangle logo on the back pocket and this line is tapping into his incredible artistic vision to create a modern heritage-driven line. It is a denim-heavy collection with quintessential 90’s influences seen in oversized denim jackets, overalls and logo-centric styles.Thus, we get offerings in light blue acid washes, tencel fabrics and pinstripes, alongside GUESS logo crop tanks and varsity jackets. Perhaps the most obvious graphic reference is the reworked “GUESS Jeans USA” logotype, now altered to read “GUE$$” throughout both women’s and menswear collections.

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The men’s collection includes oversized denim trucker jackets, large pocket details and back pocket patch detailing, tailored denim overalls, relaxed shoulder drop neck varsity stripe tees and relaxed drop shoulder mock neck tees and hoodies.

The women’s collection, meanwhile, is led by classic pieces like denim high-rise shorts, vintage overalls, vintage skinny jeans and an array of denim swimwear.

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Look for the GUESS Originals x A$AP Rocky collection at select GUESS stores and other leading retailers globally in February 2016.

 

 

 

12/29/15 O&A NYC Festive Edibles: Starting A New Holiday Tradition- Pot Brownies

 By Walter Rutledge

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The holiday season is all about tradition. Getting together and sharing time with family and friends is what the holidays are all about. If baking and getting stoned are on your list of the holiday festivities why not combine the two into a new holiday tradition- Pot Brownies. Baking marijuana edible can also be a holiday peacekeeper, because if you don’t get help baking, after eating a brownie or two you won’t care. Continue reading

11/30/15 O&A NYC With WaleStylez- Fashion: Cyber Monday Gets A Special Air Jordan Release

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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Jordan Brand’s 30th anniversary stole the show this year! 2015 saw the Jumpman aka Michael Jordan collaborate with Hiroshi Fujiwara’s fragment design and  skateshop Supreme. Even beyond outside influences, the Jordan Brand continuously churned out colorways and models that would thrive off of the hardwood.

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The Air Jordan1‘s three decade celebration was highlighted not by OG colorways this year, but instead by an attention to luxury like never before. The Pinnacle 1s saw a premium price point of $400 (and no, that wasn’t the resale value). Now the Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG is getting toned down for a simplistic black and white color known as the Air Jordan 1 “Cyber Monday”. The entire upper is encased in a black remastered leather while a white on white midsole/outsole combination adds a clean finish. Available this Monday, November 30th for $160. 

9/22/15 O&A NYC With WaleStylez: The Latest G-Class to Get Mansory’s Carbon Fiber Treatment

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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Mansory has touched the German manufacturer to unveil an upgraded Mercedes-Benz G-Class the Gronos Black Edition. Limited to only six models, the Gronos boasts performance enhancements due to its entire body kit being made from lightweight carbon-fiber. Finished with a matte black paint job, the machine is sat atop a colossal set of 23-inch rims. Of course being a Mansory motor, the Gronos isn’t all show and no go as it comes with a reworked 5.5-litre V8 with genuine racing components.

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2/23/15 O&A With Walestylez- Dining Out Nigerian Style In Brooklyn

By Adewale Adekanbi

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New Combination/V Chris Restaurant Inc. located at 568 Utica Avenue between Rutland Road and Winthrop Street has been serving some of the best Nigerian cuisine in Brooklyn since 2000. This small storefront restaurant is one of the best kept secrets in East Flatbush. Continue reading

1/14/15 O&A Auto: Mercedes F015 Autonomous Self-Driving Hydrogen Car

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The F 015 Luxury in Motion is a huge electric car that drives itself around, with passengers being connected at all times to the outside of the car with help of six high-resolution touchscreen display panels placed on the doors. Passengers can use touch, gestures and eye movements to see outside the car. Powering the car are an electric motor and hydrogen fuel cell, Reuters reports. The F 015 has a lightweight impact-resistant structure of carbon-fiber, aluminum and steel. Continue reading

O & A with Rita Rubino: Pan Roasted Pork Loin with Rita’s Dry Rub

By Rita Rubino

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A dry rub is a mixture of herbs and spices used to season meats, chicken and fish before cooking. Grilling is the most common method of cooking for foods seasoned with dry rub, but pan roasting, baking and broiling are also viable options. The history of dry rubs spans the globe and you can find a dry rub in nearly every culture. Spice mixtures for rubs are now readily available from famous chefs and spice companies, but if you choose to make your own, you can have fun adding your own personal touch. Continue reading