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Cultural History
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The Crime of the Century – The Supermodel, The Architect, And the Insane Millionaire
The Crime of the Century – The Supermodel, The Architect, And the Insane Millionaire
Click here to read more about this amazing story! At the dawn of the 20th century, America was riveted by the first celebrity murder case in America. Every element of this story is fascinating! The murderer was already famous and … Continue reading
The History Of NBC
The History Of NBC
The history of NBC is perhaps the most storied and essential in broadcasting history. Its founder, the illustrious David Sarnoff, was the genius who turned a small local radio station into a gigantic, influential multimedia empire; he always had dreams … Continue reading
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The History Of NBC (Mid-Day)
The History Of NBC (Mid-Day)
The history of NBC is perhaps the most storied and essential in broadcasting history. Its founder, the illustrious David Sarnoff, was the genius who turned a small local radio station into a gigantic, influential multimedia empire; he always had dreams … Continue reading
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Gene Kelly
Gene Kelly
It is one of the single most iconic moments in the history of the movies: Gene Kelly dancing with absolute joy in a rainstorm in Singing In The Rain. That unforgettable moment showcases so many things - a brilliant dancer and … Continue reading
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The History Of CBS (PM)
The History Of CBS (PM)
The history of CBS offers a panorama of American popular culture in both the 20th and 21st centuries. The Columbia Broadcasting System has long been known as the premier broadcasting network. Founded by William Paley, from its earliest days, CBS … Continue reading
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The History Of CBS (Mid-Day)
The History Of CBS (Mid-Day)
The history of CBS offers a panorama of American popular culture in both the 20th and 21st centuries. The Columbia Broadcasting System had long been known as the premier broadcasting network. Founded by William Paley, from its earliest days, CBS … Continue reading
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Audrey Hepburn
Audrey Hepburn
Audrey Hepburn was the epitome of grace and charm, kindness and generosity. Audrey Hepburn's movies today are considered among the greatest example of classic Hollywood. In their day, likewise, her movies were wildly popular with both critics and an adoring public. Audrey … Continue reading
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Singing In The Rain Broadway and Hollywood
Singing In The Rain Broadway and Hollywood
"Singin' In The Rain" has been called the best movie ever that did not win a single Oscar. The remarkable story of how this dazzling musical came to be is both charming and enlightening. We will hear the behind-the-scenes stories … Continue reading
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The Crime of the Century – The Supermodel, The Architect, And the Insane Millionaire
The Crime of the Century – The Supermodel, The Architect, And the Insane Millionaire
Click here to read more about this amazing story! At the dawn of the 20th century, America was riveted by the first celebrity murder case in America. Every element of this story is fascinating! The murderer was already famous and … Continue reading
The History Of ABC (PM)
The History Of ABC (PM)
The youngest of the big three broadcasting networks, the American Broadcasting Company (ABC), began as an offshoot of NBC and was for decades mired in third place in the ratings. That began to change when Walt Disney stepped in. Disney … Continue reading
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The History Of ABC (Mid – Day)
The History Of ABC (Mid – Day)
The youngest of the big three broadcasting networks, the American Broadcasting Company (ABC), began as an offshoot of NBC and was for decades mired in third place in the ratings. That began to change when Walt Disney stepped in. Disney … Continue reading
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Hamilton: The Man, Miranda And The Musical
Hamilton: The Man, Miranda And The Musical
Who could have predicted that an 818-page biography of America's first Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton, would become one of the biggest Broadway smashes of all time? Yet this fascinating blend of history and hip-hop, political debate, and show … Continue reading
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The Election Of 1960
The Election Of 1960
The election of 1960 was one of the most dramatic elections in American history. Until the halted recount in the election of 2000, it was the closest Presidential election in our lifetimes. This riveting multimedia presentation features amazing anecdotes, entry … Continue reading
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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. He was certainly among the most handsome actors ever to grace the silver screen! However, he was far … Continue reading
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Barbara Walters: First Superstar Women TV Reporter
Barbara Walters: First Superstar Women TV Reporter
Barbara Walters: First Superstar Women TV Reporter The late Barbara Walters was the first superstar woman television news reporter. Fighting against many barriers, she opened the door for women to be taken seriously as news anchors and news reporters on … Continue reading