O&A July 4th Tribute: Whitney Houston- Star Spangle Banner

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Whitney Houston’s Super Bowl XXV rendition of the Star Spangle Banner in the annals of national anthems remains the standard. Her incredible voice and the bare minimum of extraneous notes came at a particularly patriotic time, just after the onset of the Persian Gulf War. Re-released as a single after the September 11th terrorist attacks, Houston donated all proceeds to charity. She ranks among the best of all-time because of the circumstances and … that voice..  Continue reading

7/1/15 O&A Wildin Out Wednesday: I Love Lucy- The Fur Coat (Season 1 Episode 9)

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Lucy thinks a mink coat that Ricky rented for a dance number at the club is actually her anniversary gift. She’s so thrilled that Ricky can’t bring himself to tell her the truth. He plans to fake a burglary to get it away from her. Continue reading

6/24/15 O&A Wildin Out Wednesday: All in the Family- Lionel’s Engagement

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 The Jeffersons meet Lionel’s in-laws for the first time. This 1974 uncensored version explores the ongoing discussion of race relations.  Continue reading

5/2/15 O&A Its Saturday- Anything Goes: Diana ! Diana Ross Special Featuring The Jackson 5 (1971)

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Diana! Diana Ross’ first solo TV special, which aired on ABC on April 18, 1971. The special featured performances by The Jackson 5, and Jackson 5 lead singer Michael Jackson’s solo debut. Other guests included Danny Thomas and Bill Cosby. Continue reading

3/29/15 O&A Gospel Sunday: The Edwin Hawkins Singers

GOSPEL SUNDAY

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The Edwin Hawkins Singers- Oh Happy Day with Shirley Miller and Ain’t It Like Him featuring Tramaine and Walter Hawkins. He is one of the originators of the urban contemporary gospel sound. Edwin Hawkins Singers is probably best known for his arrangement of Oh Happy Day (1968–69), which was included on the Songs of the Century list. Continue reading

2/18/15 O&A Wildin Out Wednesday: Eartha Kitt as The Catwoman on Batman’s TV Series

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Eartha Kitt took over the role of Catwoman in 1967 for the third and final season of the Batman television series. She replacing the statuesque Julie Newmar. Kitt’s  perrrrrrfectly delightful cat purr helped make the role truly her own.  Continue reading

10/21/17 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES/FOOD: Chef’s Chocolate Salty Balls

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Chef’s Chocolate Salty Balls performed by Issac Hayes is the ninth episode of the second season of the animated television series South Park, and the 22nd episode of the series overall. Chef’s Chocolate Salty Balls originally aired in the United States on August 19, 1998 on South Park.  Continue reading