Inky Johnson, safety University of Tennessee, was on track for a first-round NFL draft pick; but a life-changing injury that left his right arm paralyzed. Continue reading
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Category: Inspirational Tuesday
1/2/17 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Akeelah And The Bee – Deepest Fear
Our Deepest Fears, a poem by Marianne Williamson has been quoted by many humanitarians including Nelson Mandela. In the film Akeelah and The Bee Akeelah Anderson (Keke Palmer) recites the poem at the request of for coach Dr. Joshua Larabee (Laurence Fishburne). Continue reading
12/26/17 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: ADUMU- Inspirational Animation by Adam Temple & Sheridan
A Young R.U.F. boy discovers the true meaning of ‘being a man’ through an encounter with a young Masai warrior…and a lion. Continue reading
12/12/17 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Tracee Ellis Ross Tells The Most Epic Stories About Her Mom
Black-ish star and Emmy nominee Tracee Ellis Ross shares the most epic stories about her mom, Diana Ross, with W Magazine. From stealing Diana’s clothes to going on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Paris for her 18th birthday, Tracee relishes the experiences with supermodels, designers, unforgettable fashion shows and her diva mother. Ross also chats about her first auditions, lessons learned, and landing her role as Rainbow Johnson. Continue reading
11/28/17 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Put God First – Denzel Washington
In delivering the commencement speech at Dillard University, Academy Award-winning actor Denzel Washington told the college graduates to put God first in everything they do, adding that everything he has accomplished in this life was due to the grace of God. Continue reading
11/14/17 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Jeffrey Wright Receives the HRC Ally For Equality Award
“We’re all in it together. And that’s the reality.” – Actor Jeffrey Wright condemns Donald Trump’s discriminatory policies while accepting HRC’s Ally for Equality Award. Continue reading
10/24/17 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Jenifer Lewis- Find Your Passion
10/10/17 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Oprah Winfrey- Knowing Your Purpose
Doing the best at this moment puts you in the best place for the next moment.- Oprah Winfrey Continue reading
9/28/17 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Isaiah Washington- Jelly II
Isaiah Washington, the co-founder of Jellyfam, shares his thoughts as he prepares to leave for college. We follow Washington though his daily training routine, and he talks about being a better person. Continue reading
8/22/17 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Yolanda Adams – Never Give Up
Yolanda Adams – Never Give Up is an inspiring anthem from her 2001 album Believe. Continue reading
