Talent on loan from God

Limbaugh on the air back in 1995 On issues of politics and culture, there is little doubt that the leading voice of the revolutionary revival in talk radio during the past decade and a half has been one Rush Limbaugh. Michael Harrison, the editor of Talkers Magazine has been quoted: "Before Rush Limbaugh, there was … Continue reading Talent on loan from God

The gypsy that remains

Stevie on tour with Fleetwood Mac in 1978, when a 16-year-old me was first falling for her   It's been a bit 'heavy' here at the blog lately, so I thought that I would lighten things up a bit as we ease out of July, and as I ease into my summer vacation. Last night … Continue reading The gypsy that remains

Two million minutes

That is how long the typical student the world over will spend in their high school careers - two million minutes. Four years in the students life - do the math (assuming you know how.) It is also the name of a documentary film that asks a simple thought-provoking question that you might think you … Continue reading Two million minutes

Mamma Mia !

A classic movie musical put out in the 21st century, with song and dance numbers, whatever will they think of next?A bit skeptical of something that is based on a Broadway play that was itself inspired by the music of ABBA? The 1970's-era world-wide supergroup ABBA? So was I.It's not that back in my teen … Continue reading Mamma Mia !

Movie quotes that ‘make my day’

In 2005 as a part of the celebration of their 100th anniversary, the American Film Institute released the top 100 movie quotes of all-time. The most quoted actor was Humphrey Bogart, who edged out Marlon Brandon by 4-3. Bogart's highest-rated was the #5 ranking of "Here's looking at you, kid" from 'Casablanca.' Brando had two … Continue reading Movie quotes that ‘make my day’