A Powerful “Death By Lightning!” A new Netflix mini-series tells the fascinating dating story of a US President, and here’s is the reason for the title: “Assassination can no more be guarded against than death by lightning; it is best… Read More ›
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Are Ireland’s Iconic Pubs Going Away? Shocking Numbers Of A Sad Decline…
Want A Pint? Better Get Your Pour Soon! This is a photo I found online, which shows a lengthy lineup of beers on tap at an Irish Pub, which is more than just a place for a beer….it’s a place… Read More ›
“The Seven Ups” vs. “The French Connection!” Which Has The Greatest Car Chase In 70’s Cinema? Here Are Both!
You’ll Believe A Car Can Fly! This image is from one of the best car chases ever committed to film – shot in the early 70’s on the real “mean streets” of New York! There were a number of great… Read More ›
What’s It Like To See New York’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Up Close? Here’s Video And More!
Time To Celebrate Turkeys! Yes, a giant Turkey float rolled down New York’s Central Park West as the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade celebrated 2025! Once again, we were lucky enough to see it up close – and here’s how… Read More ›
Happy Thanksgiving From Del Griffith! Boarding “Planes Trains & Automobiles!” + Bacon Wrapped Turkey Recipes!
Happy Thanksgiving Everyone From Del Griffith! Yes, tomorrow is Thanksgiving in the US, and there is no better way for Alex and I to celebrate than by hearing Del Griffith say very matter-of-factly: “Six bucks and my right nut says… Read More ›
Frank Sinatra’s Favorite Hangout! New York’s Celebrity “Ambience!”
Frank Sinatra – The “King Of Cool!” Frank Sinatra. Singer. Actor. Cool Cat. This shot of him in the 50’s says it all, so much so that a New York restaurant has this proudly on their bar: Yes, they have… Read More ›
I’m A “Tsundoku” – How About You? R.J. Halbert’s Latest “Servant” – Plus A Look At Some Of My Favorite Books!
I’m A “Tsundoku” – How About You? Book lovers will know what I mean – but I didn’t know what that meant until recently! The Japanese word for book collecting is tsundoku (積ん読), which specifically refers to the act of acquiring… Read More ›
My “Music A – Z” Wraps Up With Some Billy Joel, Smashing Pumpkins and Ziggy Stardust!
Wrapping Up My Celebration Of “Music A – Z!” I really love sharing my music countdown of songs using the alphabet, and I’m wrapping it up with some great music! This is Billy Joel onstage at Madison Square Garden –… Read More ›
Coldplay’s “Yellow” ! Queen! Hall & Oates And Alanis Too! Seven “Y” Songs Celebrating “Music A – Z!”
Counting Down My Favorite “Music A – Z”… As I near the end of my look at songs based on letters, I have come to the letter “Y”, which some of music’s greatest Artists! Let’s begin with a band that… Read More ›
It’s New York Marathon Day 2025! Here’s The Course And An Inspiring Moment On Video!
Welcome To New York’s 2025 Marathon! This is Alex and I at the finish line of the 2025 New York City Marathon, which is underway as I write this – last year 55,000 runners crossed this line throughout the course… Read More ›
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