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Singer: Eva Cassidy

Posted by on Aug 17, 2009 in Singer | 1 comment

Eva Cassidy’s music has made its way from iPod to iPod by enthusiastic word of mouth. Sadly, it can’t be spread any other way....

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Film: Young Frankenstein

Posted by on Aug 16, 2009 in Film | Comments Off on Film: Young Frankenstein

When Mel Brooks was good (Young Frankenstein) he was very, very good. When he was bad (Spaceballs), it was uncomfortable to watch. In 1974,...

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TV Show: 60 Minutes

Posted by on Aug 15, 2009 in TV Show | Comments Off on TV Show: 60 Minutes

It’s hard to believe that 60 Minutes has been on the air for 41 years! It’s currently the longest-running prime time TV...

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Travel: Broadway

Posted by on Aug 14, 2009 in Travel | Comments Off on Travel: Broadway

Give my regards to Broadway. The Great White Way. The Theater District. The Street of a Million Lights. Okay, I made that last one up. But...

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History: Appomattox

Posted by on Aug 13, 2009 in History | 5 comments

I’m reminded of the Leonard Cohen lyrics: “Everybody knows the war is over, everybody knows the good guys lost.” Okay,...

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Sports: Michael Jordan

Posted by on Aug 12, 2009 in Sports | 1 comment

Here’s an oldie but goody: Q. Who was the only person who could hold Michael Jordan to under 30 points per game? A. Dean Smith. Oh,...

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Actor: Humphrey Bogart

Posted by on Aug 11, 2009 in Actor | 1 comment

Humphrey Bogart had a decade of acting in Hollywood before he got his statuette. No, I don’t mean Oscar – I’m talking...

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The Arts: Ansel Adams

Posted by on Aug 10, 2009 in Artists, The Arts | Comments Off on The Arts: Ansel Adams

It’s easy to appreciate the wonderful nature photography of Ansel Adams, its crisp focus, perfect contrast, and balanced composition....

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Food: Fried Chicken

Posted by on Aug 9, 2009 in Food | 2 comments

Don’t even start with me on nutrition and the health perils of fried foods. I’m not saying you should eat fried foods every...

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Singer: Bob Dylan

Posted by on Aug 8, 2009 in Singer | Comments Off on Singer: Bob Dylan

Bob Dylan recorded his first four albums as a folk singer, becoming hugely influential more for his songwriting than his performances. He...

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