7/1/26 O&A NYC WILDIN OUT WEDNESDAY: Gina Yashere – Nigerian Mother

Gina Yashere’s traditional Nigerian Mother is one of the most prominent, beloved, and hilarious fixtures in the comedian’s stand-up routines, serving as the inspiration for many of her famous cultural clash jokes. Yashere frequently portrays her mother as “psychotically strict,” fiercely ambitious and deeply traditional. Continue reading

6/30/26 O&A NYC LIVE PERFORMANCE: Ray Charles – Song For You (Live at Montreux 1997)

Ray Charles iconic performance of A Song For You live at the Montreux Jazz Festival took place on July 19, 1997. His deeply emotional, soul-stirring rendition of the Leon Russell classic served as a major highlight of his hour-long set. It showcased his timeless vocal prowess alongside his 15-piece orchestra. Continue reading

6/30/26 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Teyana Taylor Accepts The Icon Of The Year Award In an Emotional BET Awards Speech

Teyana Taylor took home the inaugural Icon Of The Year Award at the 2026 BET Awards, headlining a historic four-win sweep at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Her legendary artistic idol, Janet Jackson, made a surprise appearance to present the trophy, driving Taylor to tears of disbelief before she delivered a powerful message about community and industry survival. Continue reading

6/29/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ MOVIE TRAILER: The Weight – Official Trailer

Vertical has officially debuted the first teaser trailer for The Weight, an atmospheric, character-driven survival thriller starring Ethan Hawke and Russell Crowe. Marking the feature directorial debut of veteran editor Padraic McKinley, the Great Depression-era action drama draws heavy inspiration from gritty 1970s survivalist cinema to deliver a high-stakes narrative anchored in absolute parental desperation. Continue reading

6/29/26 O&A NYC HOLLYWOOD MONDAY: The Marva Collins Story (1981) – Cicely Tyson, Morgan Freeman

The Marva Collins Story (1981) is a critically acclaimed biographical television film starring Cicely Tyson as the pioneering educator Marva Collins and Morgan Freeman as her devoted husband, Clarence Collins. Continue reading

6/29/26 O&A NYC LIVE PERFORMANCE SPECIAL: Erica Campbell & Le’Andria Johnson Honor Legends With a Moving In Memoriam Performance

Erica Campbell and Le’Andria Johnson delivered one of the most powerful moments of the 2026 BET Awards with a heartfelt In Memoriam tribute honoring the artists, visionaries, and cultural icons we’ve lost.  Continue reading

6/29/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES PRIDE: In Living Color – Men On Films II

Originally airing on September 23, 1990 (In Living Color), the parody stars Damon Wayans as Blaine Edwards and David Alan Grier as Antoine Merriweather. Playing flamboyant, highly opinionated, and effeminate cultural critics broadcast on a fictional public-access channel, they wrap up the blockbusters of the 1990 summer movie season from a “male point of view”. Continue reading

6/28/26 O&A NYC THE SUNDAY MORNING FUNNIES PRIDE: Key & Peele – Gay Wedding Advice

In preparation for their cousin’s marriage to another man, a family asks a gay man questions about what the wedding ceremony will be like and for “advice” about attending.


  6/28/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: The Clark Sisters- You Brought The Sunshine

You Brought the Sunshine is the iconic 1981 masterpiece by the legendary gospel group The Clark Sisters. Written and composed by Elbernita “Twinkie” Clark, the song made history by blending traditional gospel vocals with reggae rhythms influenced by Stevie Wonder‘s Master Blaster. It broke musical boundaries by crossing over from Sunday church services to dominate secular mainstream dance clubs like New York’s famous Paradise Garage. Continue reading

6/27/26 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WALESTYLEZ: 10 Most Unique Black Skin Men (You Won’t Believe are Real People)

 The 10 Most Unique Black Skin Men You Won’t Believe are Real People highlights individuals with extraordinary genetic traits, extreme skin melanin, rare conditions, or striking physical transformations that challenge conventional beauty and modeling standards. Continue reading