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Cultural History
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Amy Adams, Jessica Chastain, Rachel McAdams
Amy Adams, Jessica Chastain, Rachel McAdams
Hollywood's Remarkable Redheads! Three of the greatest living actresses are the remarkable Amy Adams, Jessica Chastain, and Rachel McAdams. These young, popular, superb actresses have four amazing traits in common other than their amazing acting ability. Each has just reached … Continue reading
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Mel Brooks
Mel Brooks
Mel Brooks wrote, directed, and starred in some of the funniest movies of all time. He even wrote the music for them! As a TV writer, working for the great Sid Caesar, Mel Brooks contributed to perhaps the funniest TV … Continue reading
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Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin has been called "The First American." Certainly, there is no life that can compare to his. Benjamin Franklin was one of the most successful businessmen in American history. Although Franklin started his life in poverty, he grew to … Continue reading
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Great Fortunes Of The Gilded Age (Astor/Vanderbilt)
Great Fortunes Of The Gilded Age (Astor/Vanderbilt)
During the Gilded Age, America saw a handful of families dominate the economy with staggering fortunes. If I asked you to name the richest American, you'd probably say Bill Gates or Jeff Bezos. Both are from the top of the … Continue reading
Cary Grant
Cary Grant
Cary Grant was one of the most iconic stars in the entire history of classic Hollywood cinema. The man who was born Archibald Leach made more than 50 films as a leading man and yet never won a competitive Academy … Continue reading
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Cole Porter – Risque Master Of American Music
Cole Porter – Risque Master Of American Music
Cole Porter is one of the greatest songwriters in American history. His melodies were sublime. His lyrics were creative, witty, sophisticated, original, and naughty. Cole Porter was the ultimate European-oriented sophisticate - yet he was born in tiny Peru, Indiana! … Continue reading
The Life And The Films Of Paul Newman
The Life And The Films Of Paul Newman
The Life And The Films Of Paul Newman Paul Newman was one of the greatest movie stars of all time. Certainly among the most handsome actors ever to grace the silver screen, Paul Newman's brilliant filmography proved that … Continue reading
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Life And Career Of Robert Redford
Life And Career Of Robert Redford
Robert Redford is one of the most popular American movie actors of all time. Although he was initially thought of as just a "pretty boy" presence, like Tyrone Power and Paul Newman before him, Robert Redford proved to be a … Continue reading
Mary Tyler Moore
Mary Tyler Moore
Not only did Mary Tyler Moore “turn the world on with her smile,” as her iconic show’s theme song declared, she also influenced a generation of women to become more independent and to pursue successful and fulfilling careers. Moore’s own 50-plus-year … Continue reading
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Jimmy Cagney
Jimmy Cagney
Jimmy Cagney was many things. He was a world-class dancer, a serious actor, a loyal friend, a radical liberal who became an extremely conservative Republican, a farmer, sailor, and a jockey. Cagney served as a Union President and proudly received … Continue reading
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Offbeat Broadway
Offbeat Broadway
The Tony Awards are right around the corner, so let's celebrate with laughs and some great music! I've learned that some Broadway musicals that are not big hits still produce unforgettable music, delightful characters, and fascinating plots. If you think … Continue reading
Julia Child: Spy And Chef
Julia Child: Spy And Chef
Julia Child: Spy And Chef In 1963 Julia Child became the first national superstar chef on TV.! Her program "The French Chef" was so influential that the Smithsonian Institute features her kitchen, intact, as a permanent exhibit! Julia Child changed the way … Continue reading
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Mel Brooks
Mel Brooks
Mel Brooks wrote, directed, and starred in some of the funniest movies of all time. He even wrote the music for them! As a TV writer, working for the great Sid Caesar, Mel Brooks contributed to perhaps the funniest TV … Continue reading
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Great Fortunes Of The Gilded Age (Andrew Carnegie)
Great Fortunes Of The Gilded Age (Andrew Carnegie)
During the Gilded Age, America saw a handful of families dominate the economy with staggering fortunes. If I asked you to name the richest American, you'd probably say Bill Gates or Sam Walton. Both are from the top of the … Continue reading
Milton Berle – Uncle Miltie The First TV Superstar
Milton Berle – Uncle Miltie The First TV Superstar
The Story Of Uncle Miltie The First TV Superstar He was known to one and all as simply: "Uncle Miltie." Today we explore the long life and unparalleled career of the one and only Mr. Television - Milton Berle! He … Continue reading
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Amy Adams, Jessica Chastain, Rachel McAdams
Amy Adams, Jessica Chastain, Rachel McAdams
Hollywood's Remarkable Redheads! Three of the greatest living actresses are the remarkable Amy Adams, Jessica Chastain, and Rachel McAdams. These young, popular, superb actresses have four amazing traits in common other than their amazing acting ability. Each has just reached … Continue reading
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Great Fortunes Of The Gilded Age: Rockefeller
Great Fortunes Of The Gilded Age: Rockefeller
During the Gilded Age, America saw a handful of families dominate the economy with staggering fortunes. If I asked you to name the richest American, you'd probably say Bill Gates or Sam Walton. Both are from the top of … Continue reading