Topics of interest about entertainment
Everyone gets angry at some time but some folks have trouble letting go of the anger–resolving the feelings! Celebrating Act 2™’s regular contributor, Steven R. Campbell, also known as “The Brain Whisperer” shares some secrets — intellectual and emotional– on how to resolve your angry feelings so they don’t expand and get you into trouble. … Read more
Jack Benny is an icon of comedy –but best known for his successful Radio and TV Series which entertained generations. It’s often forgotten that Benny also starred in feature films. Not very many…and none very notable according to our Hollywood Historian, Manny Pacheco. Take a look at a part of Jack Benny’s career you may … Read more
Want a good Laugh? Go back to the original “Rowan and Martin’s Laugh-in” produced by George Schlatter! Herbie J Pilato, author, producer and expert in the world of classic television, talks to Art Kirsch and John Coleman of Celebrating Act 2 about tis very special comedy series and its historical precedents. There’s lots of fun … Read more
Steven R. Campbell, aka, “The Brain Whisperer”, sympathizes with everyone who has had a rough time dealing with the pandemic. More than sympathy, he offers viewers 4 specific ways to deal with–and FLOURISH– despite the fatigue and depression so common as a result of pandemic protocols. Steve explains to Art Kirsch and John Coleman of … Read more
Who doesn’t love a good laugh? Celebrating Act 2’s Art Kirsch and John Coleman talk with Hollywood Historian,. Manny Pacheco, about famous comedy teams, where the humor comes from and why every team needs a ‘straight man’. It’s not only fun to reminisce with them but interesting to hear Manny’s very real take on humor. … Read more
Are the great character actors a thing of the past? Is it the quirky supporting role that makes the character actor or is it the unique look and ability of the actor that makes the character come alive? Manny Pacheco discusses this with Art Kirsch and john Coleman as they veer back and forth between … Read more
As Hollywood Historian Manny Pacheco explains, the long awaited Academy Museum Of Motion Pictures constructed by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, will be devoted to the history, science, and cultural impact of the film industry. It will be the first large-scale museum of its kind in the United States….and it’s finally due … Read more
Many of our favorite shows seem to come from the same prolific producers, who in their own right become super stars. In this video, TV expert Herbie J Pilato discusses with Celebrating Act 2 the unusually successful QUINN MARTIN. Besides Martin’s many hit series, such as The Fugitive, Barnaby Jones and The Streets Of San … Read more
The Gambling habit is one of the most destructive there is! It wrecks families as well as individuals! It’s also one of the hardest to break. But it can be done! Steven R. Campbell explains how to do it and why it can work for you. If you or anyone you know is a gambler … Read more
Over the years, women have increasingly moved behind the camera — to be successful writers, directors, producers, editors and more. While women are still not the majority of filmmakers, Hollywood Historian Manny Pacheco takes us back to before 1950 when those women behind the lens were true pioneers. He has time to discuss only a … Read more