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
Johnny Carson, The King Of Late Night For thirty years, America went to bed with Johnny Carson. He was a constant presence in American popular culture from JFK until Bill Clinton. But as much as America loved him, they didn’t … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading
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 Singin’ in the Rain. That unforgettable moment showcases so many things – a brilliant dancer and … Continue reading
It is no overstatement to say that Walt Disney is one of the most influential Americans of all time. His name alone has become synonymous with forms of entertainment and recreation known throughout the world. To call something “Disneyesque” or … Continue reading