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Author Mindy Johnson talks to Manny Pacheco about her 2 books featuring women in the wold of Disney’s Animation industry. “Pencils, Pens & Brushes” highlights the talents and careers of a number of influential female artists along with her critically acclaimed, “Ink & Paint: The Women of Walt Disney’s Animation.” Every Year, nonprofit Hollywood Heritage … Read more
As we grow older, is it inevitable that we lose brain function? After all, millions of brain cells are dying every day! In this video Celebrating Act 2’s ‘Brain Whisperer’, Steve Campbell, explains not only some of our brains’ physical changes but why we Do Not have to lose functionality. He cites important studies and … Read more
The harsh winter weather–no matter where you live–can slow us down and keep us indoors…but for some of us of a certain age, that can be a good thing! How old do you have to be to actually enjoy winter indoors? Baby-Boomer philosopher Bill Jordan poses that question to fellow seniors, Art Kirsch and john … Read more
Dave Samuels, a Certified Financial Planner™ and the founder and CIO (Chief Investment Officer) of Corinthian Wealth Management explains financial planning and delves into some very important examples in this series of 6 videos for Celebrating Act 2. This is the fourth in the series — in which Dave breaks down the 3rd of the … Read more
Food and Travel expert, John Mariani, publisher of “The Virtual Gourmet” newsletter wants truth in advertising from chefs and restaurateurs as well as everyone else. The too-frequent claim that a chef ‘Buys Only the Best” ingredients is on it’s face, ludicrous. John discusses true quality and availability for fine dining establishments and the kinds of … Read more
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, Alternating Jack Crunch, will help you physically as well as encouraging you … Read more
As we get older, at some point we will very likely find the need and/or desire to downsize our domicile–typical of ’empty-nesters’. Moving, dealing with years of memories and facing a new reality can be stressful on a couple’s relationship, especially if the partners don’t see eye to eye on everything! Celebrating Act 2’s relationship … Read more
Author, popular Film Critic and Historian, Leonard Maltin, talks with Manny Pacheco about his new book, Star Struck,” an autobiography of his career and what he calls a “How To Get Lucky” book! Every Year, nonprofit Hollywood Heritage hosts an annual “Author’s Day.” It’s a major book signing event featuring some of the best new … Read more
Maybe your focus is wrong if you’ve been dating and getting nowhere…The Hungover Widow, Debbie Weiss offers a new way of thinking about searching for love. It’s a thoughtful and serious analysis based on her wild and crazy dating experiences… For more on Debbie Weiss go to https://thehungoverwidow.com Read her blogs and articles on … Read more
Why don’t more comedies win Academy Awards? As John, Art and Manny discuss, every decade has had many wonderful examples of great films which are comedies. Of course, being a Hollywood Historian, Manny Pacheco can not only list more of them but has picked his favorites! Starting with the 1930s Manny goes decade by decade … Read more