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Tower Debuts on PBS and Revisits Austin Massacre
“If I could see the top of the tower, then the sniper could see me,” says Ray Martinez, former Austin, Texas, patrolman, as he recalls the chain of events that thrust him into the line of fire during America’s first mass … Continue reading
John Lewis Inspires Us to Get in the Way
“I don’t see this President-elect as a legitimate President,” said Civil Rights icon and longtime U.S. Congressman John Lewis. “I think the Russians participated in helping this man get elected. And they helped destroy the candidacy of Hillary Clinton.” After … Continue reading
HBO Debuts Bright Lights…Starring Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds
“She’s me, and I’m her,” says actress/writer Carrie Fisher in the delicious new feature-length documentary Bright Lights. Fisher’s remark caps one of her grueling gigs at a Star Wars fan convention and refers to her breakout film role as Princess Leia. But she might as … Continue reading
Lucy Mangles Her Movie Debut in I Love Lucy Christmas Special
Ho Ho Ho and Hollywood make for a merry holiday cocktail on CBS tonight, thanks to the genius of Lucille Ball and her alter ego, Lucy Ricardo. While I’d be hard-pressed to single out one favorite I Love Lucy episode of all time, … Continue reading
Marathon Powerfully Revisits the Patriots Day Bombing on HBO
What does the word “hero” mean to you? If you feel that the only “heroes” still standing in America today are the cartoon characters featured in action films, you’re not alone. Abraham Lincoln concluded his First Inaugural Address in March … Continue reading
Posted in Cable, Film, Journalism, Newspapers, TV
Tagged Abraham Lincoln, Annie Sundberg, Boston Marathon Bombing, Corcoran Family, Crime & Punishment, Downes/Kensky Family, Family Relationships, Grief, HBO, Marathon: The Patriots Day Bombing, Norden Family, Paul Brill, Ricki Stern, Terrorism
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Vote for All That Is Good, True and Decent
“Whenever and wherever human beings endure suffering and humiliation, take sides. Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim,” said human rights activist, author and Holocaust survivor, Elie Wiesel upon accepting his Nobel Peace Prize in 1986. I made sure to remember his … Continue reading
Nature Spotlights The Story of Cats on PBS
If you’ve ever shared your home or heart with a cat, you probably agree that cats are inscrutable. But, let’s face it, you love them anyway… and you never ever give up hope that they’ll love you back. Whether you … Continue reading
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Tagged Animals, Anwar Mamon, Cats, Cats The Musical, Kevin Richardson Sanctuary, NATURE, Nature & Wildlife, The Story of Cats
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Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You Debuts on PBS
“My family is the greatest joy in my life,” says 93-year-old writer/producer Norman Lear at the close of Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You. This engaging documentary profile of the trailblazing writer/producer was filmed for American Masters by Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady. Following its … Continue reading
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