Think you're a quiz whiz when it comes to classic TV opening themes? I'm not talking about knowing a theme song's melody -- that's easy! I'm talking about identifying a show based on only reading A PORTION of its opening theme's lyrics. A bit more difficult, yes, but something any classic TV expert can overcome! This Opening Theme Song Lyrics Quiz features 25 questions to challenge your nostalgic mind. (Caution: the questions become more … [Read more...] about Classic TV Theme Songs Quiz: Know the lyrics? (A fun trivia game!)
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Late-Night TV Is Missing A Johnny Carson Tonight Show!
By chance, did you watch "The Tonight Show" last night? It featured a laugh-out-loud monologue, intriguing interviews, as well as a hilarious stand-up comedian with a very bright future. Not only that, it helped many forget about the divisive political environment we're constantly reminded of via wall-to-wall cable news coverage. It was simply a pleasant hour of comedy; a great distraction to enjoy some mindless entertainment. Oh wait, let me clarify: … [Read more...] about Late-Night TV Is Missing A Johnny Carson Tonight Show!
The Three Stooges vs. The Kardashians: No Contest (3 Stooges Win!)
It doesn't seem like a fair fight. After all, how can you compare a group that's comprised of a bunch of numbskulls -- stooges, if you will -- that aren't grounded in today's reality against...The Three Stooges? (See what I did there?) … [Read more...] about The Three Stooges vs. The Kardashians: No Contest (3 Stooges Win!)
What Must-See TV Really Means (Classic TV Still Reign Supreme)
"Will & Grace" and "Murphy Brown" would return to television! It was "Must-See TV" all over again! Well, not really. Funny how the phrase "Must-See TV" is thrown around so easily these days. The last time I can recall a major TV network offering a block of essential prime-time viewing was back in the day when shows like "Hill Street Blues," "Cheers" and "Seinfeld" filled TV Guide. Go back several decades and now you're talking Must-See TV. … [Read more...] about What Must-See TV Really Means (Classic TV Still Reign Supreme)
Do You Really, Really Want To Do This Now?
I asked myself "Do you really want to do this now?" several times before creating this site. (And yes, Def Leppard fans, it is also the opening line from their song "Let's Go." I'm a big fan of the band - going back to their early days - and I guarantee you'll see more Def Leppard references in future posts!) Hmm, now that I think about it, maybe the "Let's Go" lyric was ringing in my head while I was pondering the launch of this site. But I … [Read more...] about Do You Really, Really Want To Do This Now?