Manny Pacheco’s Forgotten Hollywood: Mixing Animation and Live Action

Hollywood Historian Manny Pacheco looks back at the early attempts to mix animation with live action—not only the well known Dick Van Dyke dancing with penguins in Mary Poppins or Gene Kelly dancing with Jerry the mouse but many other interesting less well-known examples. The discussion even mentions modern day digital techniques. For more on … Read more

Dr LIZ MD: Fertility update/Twins and Other Trends

Ironically, as much of the developed world experiences lower birth rates and declining population, the incidence of multiple births overall is increasing. Why this increase in Fertility? Dr Liz gives Celebrating Act 2 a fascinating look at the current trends in Fertility. It’s an interesting discussion! For more information about Dr. Liz MD, visit her … Read more

Donnalynn Polito Short & Sweet Tips: Leg Arm Swing + Botanicals

Exercise & Nutrition Expert, Donnalynn Polito, continues her series of videos combining one short exercise with one ‘sweet’ tip about nutrition and eating well. The result is an easy way to stay fit and healthy at any age! Donnalynn explains how today’s exercise will help you physically as well as encouraging you to follow Donnalynn’s … Read more

Books Which Have Influenced Us

Have you ever read a book which in some way changed your life, became a turning point or influenced you? Bill Jordan, creator of the EMBRACE THE BOOM Movement, reminds us of the power of a good book. Art and John of Celebrating Act 2™ join in as the three share titles which have made … Read more

TCM Film Fest ’22: Meet TCM’s #1 Fan

You think YOU love classic cinema? According to at least one of the TCM Hosts, our guest in this video is the #1 fan of TCM! Naturally, Manny Pacheco of Forgotten Hollywood had to drag the CelebratingAct2™ Cameras to meet her in person. You May or may not agree that she is #1 but you … Read more

The Brain Whisperer, Steve Campbell: NOW Is A Good Time

As Steve Campbell explains, our brain only recognizes the present –the NOW– when it comes to setting goals and getting things done! So if you want to accomplish anything what do you do? Steve discusses how our brain works and how to use this knowledge to set and keep goals! This is a very insightful … Read more

John Mariani The Virtual Gourmet: Dublin’s Wonderful Hotels

While not outrageously large, Dublin has a plethora of fine hotels for its size according to Food and Travel Expert John Mariani, who reported such in his “The Virtual Gourmet” newsletter upon returning from a recent trip to the Emerald Isle. He shares with Celebrating Act 2 details about a dozen world-class hotels starting with … Read more

Staying Connected: Why is it so Hard?

Celebrating Act 2 asks respected Love & Relationship Coach, Michele Fabrega why some of us find it had to reach out and keep in touch. In the process we discuss isolation and loneliness and as usual Coach Michele offers some ideas to help. You probably have dealt with this –or know someone who does. Let … Read more

Donnalynn Polito Short & Sweet Tips: Kneeling 1 Arm Y Lift + Plant Based Diet

Exercise & Nutrition Expert, Donnalynn Polito, continues her series of videos combining one short exercise with one ‘sweet’ tip about nutrition and eating well. The result is an easy way to stay fit and healthy at any age! Donnalynn explains how today’s exercise will help you physically as well as encouraging you to follow Donnalynn’s … Read more