La Grenouille closes! The End of Haute Cuisine?

La Grenouille closes! The End of Haute Cuisine? When the vaunted La Grenouille restaurant closed in NYC in 2023 many culinary savants thought it was the end of fine dining in America. Food and travel writer, John Mariani, editor of the weekly newsletter, The Virtual Gourmet, explains why that is not the case. For more … Read more

Bill Jordan: Keyboard Kommandos – Don’t be one!

We all know one–someone who gets behind the keyboard and thinks they’re a stealth CRITIC ! Why the negativity? Bill discusses why some people go ‘Kommando” and offers some advice to all of us! For more on Bill Jordan and Embrace The Boom go to www.BillJordanEmbraceTheBoom.com Also be sure to Order Bill’s new book, Also … Read more

Dr Liz MD: Morbidity and Mortality related to HIP FRACTURES!

Hip Fracture is particularly dangerous for seniors! In this video Dr Liz MD explains why the incidences of morbidity and mortality are so high in seniors after a hip Fracture! It’s information every senior –and their loved ones — should have! For more information about Dr. Liz MD, visit her website at DrLizMD.com

Tribute to Rock & Roll Stars in Movies

You’ll be surprised at some of the famous names from the world of Rock & Roll who appeared in movies! Of course there’s ELVIS and a few others who dominated as headliners but I’ll bet you won’t think of even half of the rest! On the other hand, we didn’t get them all so feel … Read more

The TRUTH about Tequila and Mezcal

What’s the difference between Tequila and Mezcal…and WHY to some of these spirits COST so much $$$ ? Food and travel writer John Mariani gives you a down to earth explanation with very useful information and some fascinating history on these South-of-The -Border Spirits For more on John Mariani go to www.JohnMariani.com And Listen to … Read more

Bill Jordan: Bill’s Practice #13- Keep It Simple!

Our friend and Baby-Boomer Philosopher, Bill Jordan, reminds us of one of his best practices for living and enjoying life…Keep it Simple –and he explains in his unique style why it’s such good advice! For more on Bill Jordan and Embrace The Boom go to www.BillJordanEmbraceTheBoom.com Also be sure to Order Bill’s new book, Also … Read more

Dr. Liz MD: A.I. use In Medicine

The new technology known as AI, or Artificial Intelligence, has some people worried about its potential for misuse and control by robots – especially when it comes to medical applications. Dr Liz MD discusses the realistic view of AI in medicine –it’s not applicable for everything– and will inform you while assuring you about the … Read more

Movie Quiz – Famous Last Lines

Manny decides to challenge John and Art to a quiz of famous closing lines from some well known Hollywood films. You can play along as well! Think you know these films? Try Your knowledge (or luck) and let us know how you did! For more on Manny Pacheco go to www.ForgottenHollywood.com And listen to his … Read more

Delmonico’s, the OLDEST Restaurant in USA

Is there a reason Delmonico’s in NY has remained the oldest restaurant in the US? The answer lies not only lies in the history of the institution according to food and travel writer, John Mariani. You’ll be impressed with his first-hand knowledge and appreciate his reasoning! For more on John Mariani go to www.JohnMariani.com And … Read more

Bill Jordan: When Everyday is Saturday are you Stressed Or Free?

When you “Retire” sometimes every day feels like Saturday! Many enjoy that new-found freedom but many others find it adds stress to their life…Bill Jordan discusses the good and bad of having every day feel like Saturday (a day off) –and what to do about it. For more on Bill Jordan and Embrace The Boom … Read more