Remembering Errol Flynn

Born 110 years ago on June 20, Tasmania's own Errol Flynn. So I cobbled together some comments from my interviews with actors/family over the past 10 years (including unpublished ones from Paul Picerni) and here they are, appropriately, in a Tasmanian newspaper - the Launceston Examiner

Tim Conway

Benoit Photo - used with permission

Some actors are just universally loved like Tim Conway. Many actors are also involved in charitable causes and for Tim his work to help injured jockeys made him even more respected and loved.  We talked about this some years ago. Interview updated as we remember him in the Courier-Journal.

Eggs, Rabbits and Easter

We're used to associating eggs and rabbits with Easter, but why? All is explained right here.

Happy Birthday to the Periodic Table

This year, we scientists are remembering Dimitri Mendeleev’s contribution to the development of the periodic table – a chart listing all known elements that make up the universe. The table is found in science and chemistry textbooks and hangs on science classroom walls around the world. This article appeared in the Washington Post.

Don Collier and a Bonanza Anniversary

Sixty years ago, "Bonanza" premiered on NBC, destined to become one of the most popular western series in television history. Produced for 14 seasons from 1959 to 1973, the show continues to air in syndication around the world. Fans will be gathering Friday, Feb. 22 through Sunday, Feb. 24 at the Ponderosa II in Mesa, Arizona, to remember the show. One special guest who appeared in 5 episodes is TV cowboy Don Collier, seen at right in the photo. Don talks about attending, his career, and his latest movie due out this year, right here.

Applauding Carol Channing

Take a bow Carol Channing, we're still applauding. You will be missed. Our interview just a few months ago, right here.

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.