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Cultural History
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Steve Martin
Steve Martin
A common cliché in show business is to refer to someone as "one of a kind." Often that is hyperbole. But in the case of Steve Martin, it is literally true! There is no one who has a skill set … Continue reading
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Houdini
Houdini
Harry Houdini The name of Harry Houdini has become synonymous with magic. Simply no magician or escape artist has ever captivated the American public's imagination the way that the legendary Houdini did. "The Great Houdini" started out his life in relative … 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
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The Best Movies Filmed In Chicago (Mid-Day)
The Best Movies Filmed In Chicago (Mid-Day)
“Best Movies Shot In Chicago” Chicago and its suburbs have been the setting for some great movies over the years. In this fascinating multimedia presentation, we will look at film clips and hear the stories about some of the best … Continue reading
The Best Movies Filmed In Chicago (Evening)
The Best Movies Filmed In Chicago (Evening)
“Best Movies Shot In Chicago” Chicago and its suburbs have been the setting for some great movies over the years. In this fascinating multimedia presentation, we will look at film clips and hear the stories about some of the best … 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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1948: America 75 Years Ag0
1948: America 75 Years Ag0
I’m back with the latest installment of my popular “Time Capsule” series! Each session will explore the year’s top news stories, top movies and shows, famous birds and deaths, what things cost, and so much more! In this session, we … 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
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The Best Movies Filmed In Chicago
The Best Movies Filmed In Chicago
“Best Movies Shot In Chicago” Chicago and its suburbs have been the setting for some great movies over the years. In this fascinating multimedia presentation, we will look at film clips and hear the stories about some of the best … Continue reading
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Steve McQueen – The King Of Cool
Steve McQueen – The King Of Cool
Steve McQueen was determined to live life on his own terms. And did he ever! He generally played rebellious, charismatic, idiosyncratic anti-heroes. It wasn't just acting – that's how Steve McQueen was in real life! Steve McQueen was a complex … Continue reading