Let’s Go To The Movies! This is my “upside down selfie” at my local movie theater – boy, is it great to get back to the movies! What better way to celebrate than with some wild wild wild movie trivia!… Read More ›
Talent/Celebrities
Kelly Clarkson Covers “Fake Plastic Trees!” Songs With An “F”! Fleetwood Mac! David Bowie And Queen Too!
Time For Some Music In The Key Of “F”! So of course that means Kelly Clarkson, right? You see, this week’s collection of music all has the letter “F” in common, and when Kelly belted out Radiohead’s “Fake Plastic Trees”… Read More ›
Book Review: Dennis Hopper: The Wild Ride of a Hollywood Rebel by Peter L. Winkler — Through the Shattered Lens
Thanks to Lisa for this review! Sometimes, I have to remind myself that Dennis Hopper is no longer with us. Seriously, he’s one of those iconic screen figures who remains as much of a pop cultural presence in death as… Read More ›
Making A “Capela” – Macau Meatloaf With Fat Rice! My “52 In 22” Cooking Challenge Is Wrapped In Bacon!
Behold A Macau “Capela!” I loved a Chicago restaurant called Fat Rice, and their cookbook taught me about the cuisine of Macau, and how to make a “Macau Meatloaf” called a “Capela”! The word “Capela” refers to a circular shape,… Read More ›
The Incredible “Sound” Of Linda Ronstadt’s Voice! Terrific Documentary Of A Brilliant Singer!
Celebrating The Music Of Linda Ronstadt! She was one of the most popular singers of the 70’s, with massive hits like “Hurt So Bad”, “When Will I Be Loved”, “Heat Wave” and “Poor Poor Pitiful Me” – and I’ve got… Read More ›
Celebrating 42 Years Of Working “9 To 5!” The Secrets Behind The Making Of This Empowered Comedy!
42 Years Of Working “9 To 5!” It’s one of the funniest – yet also most insightful – films about female empowerment in the workplace, released at a time when the workplace was anything but equal! In 1980, Jane Fonda,… Read More ›
Kelly Clarkson Sings “Dancing Queen” By ABBA – As A Gorgeous Ballad And Why Not?
Kelly Covers ABBA! Thursday’s all new Kelly Clarkson Show opened with a stunning, slow version of ABBA’s iconic hit song “Dancing Queen! Kelly gave the song an amazing spin of her own, slowing it down and letting the gorgeous melody… Read More ›
A Musical Farewell To Genesis! Here’s Last Show Video!
The Legendary Band Genesis Officially Retires From Live Performing! Sad news for fans of live music – especially when it’s classic music like this: the band Genesis announced that this week’s live shows in London will be their last… Most… Read More ›
Stanley Tucci’s Chicken Cacciatore Recipe! My “52 In 22” Cooking Challenge Takes On Tucci!
Cooking With Tucci! I have posted many stories about various Stanley Tucci films, TV shows, and of course, his passion for food – so Stanley takes center stage on week #10 of my yearlong cooking challenge! My latest “52 In… Read More ›
Joanna Lumley’s “Nile”! An Incredible Travel Show! Joanna’s “Bar-B-Que Of The Body!”
Welcome To The Nile! Iconic Actress Joanna Lumley took a trip down the incredible Nile river, and took us along with her! This TV series premiered in 2010, and thanks to Amazon Prime, I have found it and am hooked!… Read More ›
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