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The many end of year lists propose their recommendations for the best movies, books, music, etc. for a particular year.

But, some organizations select just ONE item to reflect societal influences of that year. 

Two of my favorites are Word of the Year and Color of the Year.

Continue Reading "The Best Of ... Words and Color" →

It’s a new year, and of course there is lot talk about creating a better you.

We won’t be doing that here, because your better you is already here, you just have to find, well, you.

And for many people, all it takes is some music.

Continue Reading "Have More Fun, Be More Productive - For Free!" →

On the 50th episode of the Pint & Click Podcast, Dave, Tony, Joel and Charlie look back on their experience recording the podcast, how the program has evolved, and reflect on the future of the show. Have a listen below:

The 51st episode features Dave, Tony and Joel discussing the life of the late great Stan Lee, the nuances of the characters in the Marvel universe, the influence that Marvel comics have had on their lives. Have a listen here:

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It is so easy to jump on the internet before, during (!) and after a movie to get quick answers to the questions that come to mind. What was that last movie I saw that actor in? Who was the bouncer -- he looked so familiar? How old is Viggo Mortensen? These are the easy questions where IMDB is your go-to source. 

Green Book inspired some deeper questions as the best movies and books do.

General google searching will answer your most likely question, "Is the story true?" I was most curious about the Green Book itself, and the origin of the term Jim Crow.

Continue Reading "The Green Book Explored" →

It's the most wonderful time of the year!

Every year I look ahead to November and December with excitement and joy.

No, it’s not the holidays. And it’s not the wonderland of snow.

It’s the release of the New York Times List of 100 Notable Books.

Continue Reading "End-of-Year Awards and Best-of Lists for Books" →