In the context of the term refers to this specific sub-genre of content. These scenes were often marketed to emphasize the taboo nature of interracial relationships at the time. In the 80s, interracial content was considered a niche market, often segregated into specific categories. The marketing often utilized racial stereotypes that are critically examined by media scholars today. The word "Training" in the title is a standard pornographic trope implying a power dynamic, often suggesting an initiation or a rigorous physical session.
The series, which includes multiple installments such as Seka’s Mandingo Training Part 1 and subsequent releases through , follows a scripted narrative involving a "training" dynamic. The plot typically involves the protagonist being introduced to a "Mandingo Trainer"—often portrayed by performer Don Sudan—to learn specific interpersonal and physical dynamics within a fetish-based framework.
