Trans-Siberian Orchestra

While the circumstances behind the composition of Johann Pachelbel’s Canon and Gigue in D remain vague to music historians, the 17th-century German composer would have been delighted to know that, three centuries later, the Canon had become a beloved piece of classical music.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra's "Christmas Canon Rock" is based on the music - wonder what old Pac would think of that? - and they are currently in the final weeks of their 2018 US Christmas tour. Jennifer Cella did THE best version of the CCR when she sang with TSO in the early 2000s. She shares some memories of playing with TSO right here.

Carl Reiner: adding some color to Dick Van Dyke

At 96, Carl Reiner shows no sign of slowing down. Two Reiner gems will be showcased in December with the DVD release of Reiner’s 2017 HBO documentary “If You’re Not in the Obit, Eat Breakfast” (out now) and the premiere broadcast of two newly colorized episodes of “The Dick Van Dyke Show” on CBS on Dec14. Read what Carl has to say about both, right here.

Bill Duke

In his new autobiography, Bill Duke describes overcoming unimaginable racism growing up in the 40s and 50s to become a successful actor, director and writer. You tell 'em Mac.

Christmas with Margaret O'Brien

Is it a little too early to be thinking about Christmas movies? Apparently not for the UPtv network - their Christmas marathon starts tonight. Let's kick things off with a new Margaret O'Brien movie, "This is Our Christmas." Caught up with Ms. O'Brien recently, as well as the director and producer to talk about working with her, right here.

Elvira's Advice for Halloween

It's not just snakes and tarantulas Elvira loves, but all animals. Here's her advice to keep dogs and cats safe this Halloween.

"Bullitt" Turns 50

Released in the U.S. 50 years ago today, Steve McQueen’s “Bullitt." Jacqueline Bisset looks back on the film as well as "The Deep," and some of her upcoming projects, right here.

You Might be a Hypochondriac ....

If .......

• You’re afraid to go fishing in case you catch something.
• Every birthday, you treat yourself to a spa, massage, and MRI.
• On vacations, you check into the hospital before the hotel.

More here.

Remembering Rodney Dangerfield

"My wife is a lousy cook. In our house, we pray AFTER we eat." 

No. Mrs. Dangerfield didn’t take offence at her hubby’s jokes. On the anniversary of his passing, she looks back on living with Rodney, right here. 

Help Rescue Mary Ann

Now we really can rescue Mary Ann. Castaway a few dollars stranded in your wallet and help Dawn Wells. Her situation explained at this Gofundme site. Come on Ginger, at least you could hold a bake sale after all the coconut cream pies Mary Ann baked for you.

We'll miss you Mrs. Garrett

Remembering Charlotte Rae.

Phyllis Diller 101

One of my favorite interviews was back in 2012 with Phyllis Diller, born 101 years ago today. “Our vet told us that because of my cooking, our cat has only two lives left.”

"Little House's" Alison Arngrim gets radio show

‘Nasty Nellie’ is back - with her own internet radio show Tuesdays at 5 pm Pacific on UBN. Alison Arngrim begins her first show today - June 12. So if you’re a fan of “Little House on the Prairie,” a whole wagon load of special guests will be rolling up for the premiere. Details here.

Gifts for Dad

Go ahead, make dad's day June 17 with one of these unusual gifts. Explore here.

Veronica Cartwright and "Alien"

Veronica 'Lambert' Cartwright looks back on "Alien," released in the U.S. 39 years ago today.
Right here.

Rick Springfield Still Rockin'

Congrats to Rick Springfield for a recognition he recently received - and nothing to do with his music or acting. We recently talked about this and his career.... right here.

Mother's Day with Alison Arngrim

Children raised by entertainers don’t always follow in their parents’ footsteps. But Alison Arngrim did, finding fame overnight at the age of 11 playing bratty Nellie Oleson in the hit NBC series “Little House on the Prairie.” She talks about her mother, Norma Macmillan who "was the voice of Casper the Friendly Ghost (in the 1963 series ‘The New Casper Cartoon Show’), Gumby in ‘The Gumby Show,’ and Davey in ‘Davey and Goliath.’ And she was Sweet Polly Purebred in 112 episodes of ‘Underdog.’”  Right here.

Marlyn Mason - More than an Elvis Girl

Beginning in 1960 and for some three decades thereafter, Marlyn Mason appeared in almost one hundred television series, earning the unofficial title of TV “Guest Star Queen.” While her film roles were far fewer, fans of Elvis Presley movies remember the actress as Elvis’s vivacious co-star in his next-to-last film, 1969’s “The Trouble with Girls.” However, Marlyn left Hollywood – literally – in the early 1990s..... more

Stuart Whitman Turns 90

Stanley Baker found out the hard way, that you should never hide Stuart Whitman’s birthday presents and tell him to go find them. Happy Birthday Stuart Whitman – 90 today. One heck of a cowboy in the “Cimarron Strip" TV series.  Interview here.