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Dinner Party Talk – Charo vs. Snooki

Here’s what I’ve decided: Snooki, the former Nicole Polizzi, and her “poof” are filling a need we Americans have. She’s the overdone, overtly kooky, but loveable ditz in a long line of overdone, overtly kooky, but loveable ditzes. Reigning Queen … Continue reading

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American Fun – Pants on the Ground

American Idol’s biggest hit in its debut week was definitely the original song by 62-year-old “General” Larry Platt titled “Pants on the Ground.” I’ve been singing the lyrics – “Pants on the ground, pants on the ground. Looking like a … Continue reading

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GIVEAWAY! Win a copy of Airstream Living

Several people have suggested I do a giveaway contest, so let’s do it! On February 1st I’ll give a signed copy of my book Airstream Living, the book People magazine calls “perfect for daydreamers,” to the commenter with the best … Continue reading

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American icons – A Fight for Tonight!

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Talented kids – American Idol

Tonight, the quest begins anew for the next American Idol. Before we begin, can you name the last 3? How about: Him Him Her Check out this talented toddler singing Hey Jude. While we’re waiting for this one to grow … Continue reading

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Gossip – Simon Says

“Goodbye!” Simon Cowell has announced that this will be his last season of the Paula-less American Idol. Panic ensues! “Who will replace him?” “The show will die.” “It’s the beginning of the end.” I don’t think it’s that hard to … Continue reading

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American Icons – The Simpsons

The Simpsons has been lampooning society for 20 years! Here’s Homer Simpson with a Top 10: “There’s never a good time to tell your wife you wanna go on “Wife Swap.” D’oh! “The Simpsons’’ celebrates it’s 20th anniversary with the … Continue reading

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American Fun – No pants subway ride

The No Pants! Subway Ride is an annual event staged by Improv Everywhere every January in New York City. Pants fall today 01-10-10 on unsuspecting New Yorkers. You have to love the joyful scenes Improv Everywhere has pulled off since … Continue reading

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Pop Culture Pop-Up – Weebles

WEEBLES WOBBLE Remember Weebles, the roly-poly toys from the 1970s? Shaped like eggs with a weighted bottom, they wobbled when pushed, but would always right themselves, hence the slogan “Weebles wobble, but they don’t fall down.” I had numerous sets … Continue reading

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Life 101 – Health Tip

Top Doc Advice: Was out to dinner last night with Dr. Bill Gray, head of cardiovascular studies at Columbia University Medical Center, and he gave me a #health tip. If you’re having a physical, ask that your blood pressure be … Continue reading

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