Did Film Stars Migrate to RADIO?

During the Studio era when film stars were ubiquitous and in demand… did they also want to appear on that other popular mass media, RADIO? And WHY? Did Radio stars also get recruited by the movie studios? Hollywood Historian Manny Pacheco discusses the trend with Art and John of Celebrating Act 2. For more on … Read more

John Mariani The Virtual Gourmet: Has French Cuisine Lost Its Cachet?

It may seem that Italian restaurants outnumber those offering French Cuisine, But international food and travel writer, John Mariani, gives plenty of examples of great FRENCH Restaurants which still command respect!  For more on John Mariani go to www.JohnMariani.com And Listen to John’s radio show, ‘Almost Golden’ on WVOX-AM at https://wvox.com/shows/almost-golden/ Visit our website www.CelebratingAct2.com … Read more

Bill Jordan: USE The Book of Best Practices “Embrace The Boom”

As the creator of the EMBRACE THE BOOM Movement, Bill Jordan has written a short book of philosophical advice on daily living. Here he talks about why he put it together and how he uses it to help enhance his life. For more on Bill Jordan and Embrace The Boom go to www.BillJordanEmbraceTheBoom.com Also be … Read more

Dr. Liz MD: What is HIPAA and is it good for you?

Dr Liz explains the good and bad of HIPAA, the sweeping law officially entitled, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. This is an important video for everyone. For more information about Dr. Liz MD, visit her website at DrLizMD.com

Manny Pacheco’s Forgotten Hollywood: Did Movies Originate the Chase Scene?

Manny fills in the blanks when John suggests that the famous cinematic technique of the “Chase Scene” is really unique to motion pictures! Did it originate with cinema? The discussion is fun and far reaching as we reminisce about all kinds of exciting CHASE SCENES!   For more on Manny Pacheco go to www.ForgottenHollywood.com And listen … Read more

Bill Jordan: What’s Your Best Day Ever?

Remember the movie “City Slickers” where the characters are talking about their “BEST DAY EVER”? Bill Jordan joins Art Kirsch and John Coleman to compare notes on this topic. For more on Bill Jordan and Embrace The Boom go to www.BillJordanEmbraceTheBoom.com Also be sure to Order Bill’s new book, Also called “Embrace The Boom” directly … Read more

John Mariani The Virtual Gourmet: Messina, Italy: A Hidden Gem?

As a world traveler, food and travel writer, John Mariani is on the lookout for destinations with great food and culture…and ones hopefully not over crowded with fellow tourists. In this video he reports on one such spot, Messina, Italy. For more on John Mariani go to www.JohnMariani.com And Listen to John’s radio show, ‘Almost … Read more

Manny Pacheco’s Forgotten Hollywood: Book #4 “Adventures of…”

Author of 3 books in the “Forgotten Hollywood / Forgotten History ” title, Manny Pacheco gives us a teasing preview of book #4, entitled, “Adventures of Forgotten Hollywood…” It’s about little known but fascinating stories of famous actors. For more on Manny Pacheco go to www.ForgottenHollywood.com And listen to his podcast with over 90 episodes … Read more

John Mariani The Virtual Gourmet: Can A.I. Replace Food writers?

As a writer, John Mariani, is both a novelist and reporter, editing the free weekly food and travel newsletter, The Virtual Gourmet. Naturally, the early examples of A.I. showing a computer can credibly imitate intelligent writing – even creative writing – have him concerned. Should all creative people worry? As a consumer of information (fiction … Read more

Bill Jordan: Joy of the Greenhouse

A discussion of gardening and fresh tomatoes leads to finding the true JOY that a greenhouse can bring to a gardener –along with fresh vegetables all year long! For more on Bill Jordan and Embrace The Boom go to www.BillJordanEmbraceTheBoom.com Also be sure to Order Bill’s new book, Also called “Embrace The Boom” directly from … Read more