Sorry to be so late this week, but we had interrupt Tom’s editing to put together an interview tape for Garry to do, so … But, it’s a good’un! Star Trek and so much more. This episode Garry and Tom… Read More ›
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MEDIA WAR STORIES – EPISODE 16
A DAY EARLY AND FUNNIER THAN EVER
HOW LITTLE HAS CHANGED: WAR & POLITICS IN 1920s CARTOONS
FELIX THE CAT RUNS FOR OFFICE, REVOLTS AGAINST CITY HALL, AND JOINS THE ARMY: 3 ORIGINAL CARTOONS Although many people have said these cartoons are all dated, looking at them today — disregarding the primitiveness of the style — it… Read More ›
HONOR THE FIGHTERS WHILE HATING THE WAR
WQ #21: Is Being Honorable Better Than Happiness? Being happy — really happy — is always a better choice than pretty much anything else. Words like honorable always leave me wondering what exactly it means? By whose standards? I have my… Read More ›
HARRY’S GONE
I loved his music, his accent, and his rich brown eyes. I loved him from girlhood and it lasted a lifetime.
MEDIA WAR STORIES, EPISODE 9!
We have managed to make this show last for more than …. (gasp) … two months! Epic! Amazing! Wow! This week, we introduce a new guest, Peter Savioli with whom Garry worked during his years between the network in New… Read More ›
BEWARE THE PELLET WITH THE POISON – A FRIDAY FLASHBACK
Fandango’s Flashback Friday — April 7th A Friday flashback and a very happy 81st birthday to Garry! It’s might be in the chalice from the palace or possibly in the vessel with the pestle. On the other hand, it might be… Read More ›
MEDIA WAR STORIES, EPISODE 7
It’s showtime again. This show was taped in Connecticut. No video boxes because (ta da), Tom and Garry are together on the set in Tom’s studio. It’s a very funny episode. It’s especially interesting how their being together changes the… Read More ›
ONE MORE TIME
One Hit Wonders, 1973 Edition, by Rich Paschall It is time for another fiftieth-anniversary party and to be honest, there are not a lot of musical acts on the bill. When I looked at the list of 1973 one-hit wonders… Read More ›
YESTERDAY ONCE MORE
1973 Edition, by Rich Paschall It is time for another 50-year music reunion and we are going to “Stir It Up.” You won’t have to hop the “Midnight Train to Georgia.” Just get on the “Love Train” to the SERENDIPITY… Read More ›
HEY BABY, THEY’RE PLAYING OUR SONG
Which Ones Hold Your Memories? by Rich Paschall A lot of people have a song or two that are special. It might be their prom song. It could be the theme song from another high school or college dance. It… Read More ›
BOSTON – THE REVOLUTION BEGINS
Yesterday was the 323rd anniversary of “The Boston Massacre.” And here it is, presented by Walter Cronkite. And since I just read a biography of Sam Adams, this is pretty accurate — except that I didn’t know CBS was there…. Read More ›
MEDIA WAR STORIES: BEHIND THE SCENES STORIES FROM THE FRONT LINES OF MEDIA – Episode 3
In this episode, Garry meets his hero, John Wayne and Lucille Ball. Tom tells the story of the lengths the “suits” will go to make sure that Dan Rather’s IFB would never accidentally get unplugged! Topic of the week? Suits…. Read More ›
DIRTY LAUNDRY
A Midnight Series review, by Rich Paschall Yes, I have been watching another Thai mini-series, and this time it is just for laughs. The Midnight Series is three separate mini-series, Dirty Laundry, Midnight Motel, and Moonlight Chicken. The first two… Read More ›
ALL WE NEED IS A CHEERY SONG TO BRIGHTEN OUR DAY
When you find yourself in Rome, sing a cheerful song. Presented by Monty Python and the “Life of Brian.” At my funeral, I hope everyone sings this song. It’s the bright side of death.
THE FUTURE WENT ON TRIAL AND LOST
“INHERIT THE WIND” AND THE SCOPES TRIAL The Scopes Trial was officially The State of Tennessee v. John Thomas Scopes. The trial is usually referred to as the Scopes Monkey Trial. It was held in Tennessee in 1925. In it, John Scopes… Read More ›
THOSE WERE THE DAYS
One Hit Wonders, 1972 Edition by Rich Paschall As usual, there was a long list of one-hit wonders in 1972. Many do not hold up well over time. Some were not very good in 1972, to be honest. Here are… Read More ›
MORE THAN MEMORIES
Golden Oldies, 1972 Edition, part 2, by Rich Paschall This week’s sock hop will begin soon in the SERENDIPITY Gymnasium and Auditorium so it is time to hurry over. If you can not take your “Hot Rod Lincoln,” don’t be… Read More ›
MUSIC & MEMORY: I’LL TAKE YOU THERE
Golden Oldies, 1972 Edition, by Rich Paschall It was a great year for cover versions of songs. Some of the earlier versions were big hits as well, and some did not chart too high. Arlo Guthrie did well with the… Read More ›
GIVING IT YOUR ALL
Ohm Nanon Friend City review, by Rich Paschall When you are working on a project that has a very personal meaning, you will want to give it all your energy and devotion. You would hope that everyone else involved in… Read More ›
SERENDIPITY: SEEKING INTELLIGENT LIFE ON EARTH 