Worst Theme Song Lyrics Ever
Did you know there were lyrics to “The Odd Couple” theme song? Did you know that they were horribly bad, and one of the most successful songwriters ever was responsible? Let me explain.
The Gentlemen
Looking for a new limited series to stream? We just binge-watched Guy Ritchie’s new Netflix show. Here’s why I recommend it.
MYMNK: “All Is Bright”
The newest addition to my Movies You Might Not Know list is a 2013 drama starring Paul Giamatti and Paul Rudd that I had never heard of until recently. Here’s my full review.
Alan Zweibel
In 2007, comedy writer Alan Zweibel did something on David Letterman’s show I’d never seen before on late night TV. Here’s the video — and what he told me about it on my radio show.
Off The Political Bus
I’ve become so fatigued by political stories that I couldn’t even get through the first episode of a new TV series despite it starring one of my favorite actresses. Here’s why.
Problemista
This is the most Tilda Swinton movie I’ve ever seen. Like Scorsese’s “After Hours,” it is filled with characters and situations I hope to never encounter in real life. Here’s my review.
Funeral Attire
What to do when you’re on vacation and suddenly have to attend a funeral, but don’t have any clothes appropriate for the occasion? Here’s my story.
Hits, Flops, And Other Illusions
This memoir by director Ed Zwick (who made “Glory,” “Blood Diamond,” “About Last Night” and lots of other movies) is a great read. Here’s why, and a sample of the stories he shares.
Five Random Thoughts
Quickies about burning candles, political opinions, dead people, describing wine, and how I ended a discussion on religion with an annoyed Catholic.
Game Show Complaints
I’m a longtime viewer of “The Amazing Race,” “Survivor,” and “Jeopardy!” But there are aspects of the current seasons that are driving me crazy.
One Life
Here’s my review of a new movie starring Anthony Hopkins as Nicholas Winton, who saved hundreds of Jewish kids from the Nazis during World War II — a story he kept secret for 50 years.
A TikTok Question
Here’s a question I have not seen raised regarding the bill giving TikTok’s Chinese parent company six months to spin off its American operation or be banned from the US.