(This blog originally posted in 2018) Throughout history, some truly great people never got the respect they deserved simply because they had big shoes to fill. * John Adams following George Washington as President of the United States. * Ryan Seacrest following Dick Clark hosting New Year's Rockin' Eve. * Ray Combs following Richard Dawson … Continue reading A Shemptastic Birthday Salute!
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Movie Music Monday – Follow That Bird
A huge piece of my childhood premiered 56 years ago today. Long before Elmo and all of the newer cast members, I sat in front of the TV watching Ernie and Bert, Kermit, Grover, the Count, and Big Bird. In 1985, Big Bird and the rest of the cast starred in the theatrical movie "Follow … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – Follow That Bird
Ladies and Gentlemen – Mr. Eddie Deezen!
Eddie Deezen I have been meaning to do a little interview with Eddie Deezen for a couple of years. I was always afraid to ask. You see, we've been friends on Facebook for some time and I've found that we share a lot in common. He has shared a lot of great personal stories about … Continue reading Ladies and Gentlemen – Mr. Eddie Deezen!
When Christmas Comes To Town
Back when I worked on the radio, it was key to always look ahead. We'd often be writing Christmas bits in October and November for use during December. Being away from radio now for a while, I've forgotten the importance of planning and looking ahead. If I was better at that, I could have had a month's worth … Continue reading When Christmas Comes To Town
Are you a “Grumbletonian?”
The English language is full of words that rarely get used today. I don't know what made me think of this particular word this week. I don't know if maybe I heard someone say it on the radio or TV, but the word makes me chuckle. The word is "cockamamie." It means ridiculous. Example: Who … Continue reading Are you a “Grumbletonian?”
Favorite Film – The 70’s
I guess I saw this on Facebook some time ago. Somebody had the idea to post a list of your favorite films. The list was to consist of your favorites from each year of your life. So, you start with your birth year and move ahead year by year and list all the films from … Continue reading Favorite Film – The 70’s
Happy Birthday, Mr. Howard
115 years ago today, Jerome "Curly" Howard was born. He was a man who made - and continues to make - millions of people laugh! He is considered by many, myself included, to be a comedic genius. He, of course, is remembered for his role as the "third stooge" in the Three Stooges comedy team. … Continue reading Happy Birthday, Mr. Howard
A Shemptastic Day in History…
Throughout history, some truly great people never got the respect they deserved simply because they had big shoes to fill. * John Adams following George Washington as President of the United States. * Ryan Seacrest following Dick Clark hosting New Year's Rockin' Eve. * Ray Combs following Richard Dawson as host of Family Feud. *Daniel … Continue reading A Shemptastic Day in History…
Various Ramblings of a Nostalgic Italian 