Tag Archives: #americana
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
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
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
American icons – A Fight for Tonight!
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
Pop Culture Pop-Up – Conjunction Junction
#SchoolhouseRock was created by David McCall, who noticed his kids had a much easier time remembering the lyrics to rock songs than they did keeping track of times tables. The first song, “Three Is a Magic Number,” was written by … Continue reading
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
History of Fun – Hula Hoops!
There are few toys simpler or more fun than the Hula Hoop. The Hula Hoop was born in 1957, when an Australian company began manufacturing large wooden rings for sale. The rings quickly caught the attention of Wham-O who began … Continue reading
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
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










