A guide to the most important books, movies, and musical works entering the US public domain on January 1, 2026, and why they matter for creators and culture.
Posts published by “Tony M.”
Playboy launches a Gen Z-focused energy drink with Fire Brands as the iconic logo powers a new licensing play amid financial struggles.
From neon space vibes to drink overload, explore how McDonald’s CosMc’s rose fast, fell faster, and became a key innovation experiment.
A personal reflection on The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer and its lessons on reciprocity, abundance, Indigenous wisdom, and living in harmony with nature.
YouTuber Mummy Joe returns with The Ballad of Bird Cowboy, a rhyming western about a duck gunslinger on a mission, packed with humor and outlaw spirit.
Bang a Gong! T. Rex: The Studio Albums 1970–1977 charts Marc Bolan’s glam rock peak, decline, and lasting influence on 80s pop and rock.
The new Animal Farm movie divides critics and fans over tone, humor, politics, and visuals as Andy Serkis reimagines Orwell for modern audiences.
Vin Diesel teams with Mattel Studios to write a live-action Rock' Em Sock' Em Robots movie, reimagining the classic toy with action, heart, and nostalgia.
A personal, funny look at James Thurber, his New Yorker cartoons, shaky lines, marriage jokes, blindness, and why his humor still unsettles and endures.
Adult Swim’s The Elephant unites top animation creators in a blind storytelling experiment, delivering a surreal, emotional special that rewards creative risk.
Relive the magic of Canadian children’s TV with ImagiNation: The Golden Age of Toronto Kids’ TV by Ed Conroy by celebrating the shows that shaped a generation.
Give the gift of Kingsford Christmas Coal this holiday. Perfect for grillers, naughty-but-nice friends, and festive cold-weather barbecues.
Water of the Sky by Miya Ando presents 2,000 Japanese rain words with English translations and 100 evocative artworks celebrating the spirit of rain.
Marvel’s Fantastic Four collide with Planet of the Apes in a four-issue crossover arriving February 2026, blending action, science, and nostalgia.
Bob Mankoff shares why human judgment, empathy, and humor remain irreplaceable as AI transforms creativity for artists and creators.
Learn how the sacred kola nut from West Africa inspired Coca-Cola and influenced one of the most recognized beverages in the world.
Silent Book Clubs let introverts read together alone. No assignments, no pressure, just BYO book, quiet time, and optional chat in a cozy setting.
Maple Syrup: A Short History of Canada's Sweetest Obsession by Peter Kuitenbrouwer reveals the history, culture and mystery behind the global obsession.
Learn the true story of Richard Dildy, the Canadian ‘Grinch’ arrested for protesting Santa Claus at Toronto’s 1980 parade and his holiday crusade.
Charles M. Schulz drew every Peanuts strip for 50 years, creating 17,897 comics and one of the most influential and personal legacies in pop culture history.
Season of the Witch: Meet La Befana, Italy’s Christmas witch who delivers gifts, sweeps away bad energy, and brings renewal and magic on the eve of Epiphany.
The War Between the Land and the Sea expands the Doctor Who universe with Sea Devils, UNIT and a dark environmental storyline that challenges humanity.
Grab the 65-Inch Kraft Mac Friday Box! 65 boxes of mac & cheese for under $20. Perfect as a hilarious Thanksgiving meal surprise or year-long noodle stash.
Chief Dan George was a Canadian Indigenous trailblazer whose acting, poetry, and activism inspired generations and changed film forever.
From comic strip to animated classic: A Charlie Brown Christmas made Schulz a legend and delivered a timeless message of hope and holiday cheer.
Cloud Dancer: Is Pantone’s 2026 Color Just White?
Pantone names Cloud Dancer its 2026 Color of the Year, but is it really just white dressed in poetry? A playful look at the power of paint names.