The Doors: Unbound and Dangerous
A lifelong Doors fan revisits Unbound and Dangerous and explores seven standout concert albums, explaining why the band’s music keeps revealing something new.
Entertainment
Tex Avery: The Definitive Screwball Classics Collection Blu-ray
Growing up, a Tex Avery cartoon meant something special was about to happen. Discover the legendary animator’s outrageous humour and the MGM cartoon collection celebrating his enduring legacy.
Beyond Psycho: The Early Jazz Secret of Anthony Perkins
Anthony Perkins had a musical secret lurking beyond Psycho. Listen to his early jazz career, 1950s hit “Moon-Light Swim,” and rare recordings emerging from the shadows.
TCM and Criterion Go All In on Stanley Kubrick with The Complete Kubrick
A personal journey from Elwy Yost’s Kubrick introductions to The Plot Thickens: Stanley and Criterion’s ultimate Kubrick collection.
I Survived Just Fine Before Smartphones. So Why Does My Toaster Need an App?
August Lamm’s You Don’t Need a Smartphone sparks a funny, personal look at digital dependence, analog living, privacy and our obsession with apps.
Godzilla Stomp! When Fairy Tales Meet Monster-Sized Mayhem
Godzilla stomps into classic fairy tales in Katherine Locke and Nikolas Ilic’s Godzilla Stomp!, a monster-sized children's picture book full of chaos.
James Gleick’s Upcoming Book Explores How the Telephone Changed Everything
James Gleick’s upcoming The Telephone: A New History explores how the telephone transformed human connection, from Bell’s “ahoy” to the smartphone we can’t seem to silence.
Waldo or Wally? The Mystery Behind the Stripes Turns 40
Waldo or Wally? As the famous striped-shirt wanderer approaches his 40th anniversary in 2027, explore the name mystery and the curious history of his stripes.
The Night Jim Morrison and the Doors Saw 2001: A Space Odyssey
2001: A Space Odyssey changed cinema and art in 1968. Jim Morrison and the Doors were present at the world premiere in Los Angeles. Both Ray Manzarek and Jim Morrison graduated as film students from UCLA. This was a big cinematic experience for them.
Bob Mankoff on AI and the Future of Human Creativity
Bob Mankoff shares why human judgment, empathy, and humor remain irreplaceable as AI transforms creativity for artists and creators.
Culture
Roy Lichtenstein: When Comic Books Became Art
Roy Lichtenstein’s Pop Art legacy takes center stage at the Whitney Museum’s Like New exhibition, exploring comic books, originality and today’s AI art debate.
The Great Pumpkin Carving: The Best Free Pumpkin Carving Stencils for Halloween
Find the best free pumpkin carving stencils for Halloween, from classic jack-o’-lantern faces to cats, monsters and printable pop culture designs.
The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown: A Halloween Special That Gets Darker With Age
It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown reveals a surprisingly dark Halloween story about disappointment, faith, childhood cruelty and the kindness that can make things better.
I Survived Just Fine Before Smartphones. So Why Does My Toaster Need an App?
August Lamm’s You Don’t Need a Smartphone sparks a funny, personal look at digital dependence, analog living, privacy and our obsession with apps.
TCM and Criterion Go All In on Stanley Kubrick with The Complete Kubrick
A personal journey from Elwy Yost’s Kubrick introductions to The Plot Thickens: Stanley and Criterion’s ultimate Kubrick collection.
The Ghost and Mrs. Muir: What the Movie Changed
The 1947 classic The Ghost and Mrs. Muir is more than a romantic ghost story. Here's what the movie changed from the novel and why Captain Gregg may be more controlling than protective.
The Worst Movie You’ll Ever Find: Bela Lugosi Meets a Brooklyn Gorilla
Bela Lugosi, Jerry Lewis imitators, a gorilla suit and Hollywood controversy collide in this bizarre 1952 cult movie.
Bela Lugosi’s Worst Movies: When the Horror Legend Hit Rock Bottom
Bela Lugosi's worst movies reveal the strange, sad final chapter of the Dracula star's career, from Poverty Row productions to Ed Wood's films.
What If everything we think we know about Jim Morrison is wrong?
That question has haunted Jeff Finn since 1985 when he first researched the infamous vocalist and lyricist of the legendary 1960s rock band, The Doors. Finn is the writer, director and narrator of Before the End: Searching for Jim Morrison, a forthcoming limited film series that rips the hinges off Morrison's purported official story. Indie film production company Z-Machine has released a new extended preview of this hard-boiled but empathic documystery. What If everything we think we know about Jim Morrison is wrong?
The Secret of Wonder Woman’s Invisible Airplane
Why did Wonder Woman fly an Invisible Plane? Explore its Amazonian technology, mythic influences, alien tech and changing role across DC Comics history.
Food & Life
Don’t Cook That: When Old Recipes Got Seriously Dangerous
Old cookbooks weren’t always harmless. Some mixed food, medicine and household chemistry in ways that can make Grandma’s apple pie look downright safe.
When Paris Ate the Zoo: The Strangest Menu in History
During the Siege of Paris, starving Parisians ate zoo animals. Here’s the bizarre story behind elephant, camel and kangaroo appearing on a Paris menu.
We Buy Too Much Stuff. Then We Pay to Hide It.
America has so much stuff that we now pay to store it. A funny look at self-storage, consumerism, collecting, George Carlin and our obsession with stuff.
Why Does Your Jeans Pocket Have That Stupid Little Pocket?
That stupid little pocket in your jeans has a long history, from pocket watches and the real 5th pocket to its cheeky modern reputation as the condom pocket.
Did Casper Give Us Hot Stuff? The Little Devil’s Fiery Mystery
Did Casper inspire Harvey Comics’ Hot Stuff the Little Devil? Explore the curious connection, his fiery powers, the fictional asbestos diaper and a Hellboy twist.
MUTTS Sunday Funnies: Why Patrick McDonnell Belongs Among the Greats
Patrick McDonnell’s new MUTTS Sunday Funnies Volumes 1 and 2 collect his Sunday comic strips from 1994 to 1998 in beautifully presented hardcover editions.
The Pen Is Mightier Than Death: Believe It or Not!
Howie Noel, Ripley's Believe It or Not!, Dick Tracy and Charles Schulz reveal how legendary comic strips keep going after their original creators are gone.
Nancy Stole the Spotlight. Now Meet the Man Who Created Her.
You know Nancy. You might know Sluggo. But do you know Ernie Bushmiller, the cartoonist whose deceptively simple creation became bigger than its creator?
Who Is the Winking Chef on Pizza Boxes?
The winking chef on pizza boxes has a surprising origin. Learn how Gill Fox’s 1950s illustration became a timeless pizza industry icon.
Most People Play Monopoly Wrong: Official Rules Explained
Did you know most people play Monopoly wrong? Discover the official rules, avoid common mistakes, and master winning strategies to dominate every game. Next time do not just go through the motions. Stick to the official rules.
The Odd & Curious
Meet the Rascal Anime Raccoon Behind Japan’s Wildlife Crisis
A mischievous Montreal raccoon leads to the story of Rascal the Raccoon, the 1977 anime that helped fuel Japan’s real-world raccoon pet boom.
Avengers: Doomsday and the Never-Ending Torture of Movie End Credits
Marvel and DC have turned movie credits into a guessing game. But how many hours are we willing to spend waiting for one last scene.
Vampira: The Horror Host Who Made Halloween Television Magic
Meet Vampira, the iconic horror host who helped make monster movies television magic, alongside Elvira, Zacherley, Svengoolie and Count Floyd.
Angine de Poitrine Costumes Pulled After Legal Notice
Angine de Poitrine-inspired Halloween costumes were pulled from Party Expert stores after a reported legal threat.
The Doors: Unbound and Dangerous
A lifelong Doors fan revisits Unbound and Dangerous and explores seven standout concert albums, explaining why the band's music keeps revealing something new.
Beyond Psycho: The Early Jazz Secret of Anthony Perkins
Anthony Perkins had a musical secret lurking beyond Psycho. Listen to his early jazz career, 1950s hit “Moon-Light Swim,” and rare recordings emerging from the shadows.
Heavy Metal’s Big Four by Daniel Bukszpan
A personal look at Daniel Bukszpan’s Heavy Metal’s Big Four, exploring the music, rivalries and underground culture behind Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer and Anthrax.
The Weirdest Thing About Transformers: The Movie Was Its Soundtrack
Why was The Transformers: The Movie soundtrack so unusual? From Stan Bush and Weird Al to Orson Welles, its strange mix still works 40 years later.
Boris Mocka: The Man Who Invented Fifteen Hundred Necktie Knots
Boris Mocka asserts that at a certain juncture, he had crafted a greater number of necktie knots than anyone else worldwide, leading him to humorously dub himself a “tieknotologist.”
Cut: Deaf People Teach Us Bad Words
“Deaf People Tell” from The Cut series, a dynamic and engaging ensemble of individuals who are deaf share their expertise in the vibrant world of sign language.
The Beatles’ “Red” and “Blue” Albums Get Reinvigorated With Additional Tracks
The Beatle’s Red and Blue compilation albums celebrate 50 years since their inception. Both albums enjoy bonus songs remixed to 2023 standards. Enjoy the Beatles like never before.
Quilt Bot Opens up a World of Artistic Possibilities
Quilt Bot, developed by Half Year Studio, is an innovative application that employs algorithms to autonomously produce one-of-a-kind patchwork quilt patterns. Imagine the Quilt Bot as your “digital creative partner.”
Led Zeppelin Mystery Old Man Finally Identified After 52 Years
Led Zeppelin IV’s cover of Old Man with Sticks finally identified as thatcher Lot Long. The photo was found within a Victorian album titled “Reminiscences of a Visit to Shaftesbury. Whitsuntide 1892. A present to Auntie from Ernest.”
Spamalot: The Broadway Musical Pays Homage to Monty Python
“Spamalot,” alternatively recognized as “Monty Python’s Spamalot,” stands as a theatrical extravaganza featuring a musical composition co-created by John Du Prez and Eric Idle.
The Peanuts Gang Head To New York City
Apple has officially revealed their exciting plans to commence production for their inaugural full-length Peanuts movie, set to premiere in 2024.
Blain Hefner’s Unique Handmade Mr. Bean Christmas Tree Topper
Blain Hefner’s Mr. Bean-themed tree topper from the cringe-worthy holiday episode has caught my attention. these one-of-a-kind, handmade pop culture-themed tree toppers are in high demand.
Sounds of North American Frogs: The Biological Significance of Voice in Frogs
Experience the awe-inspiring resurgence of amphibian melodies as we embark on a journey into the enchanting realm of frogs and toads. A profound celebration of the rich tapestry of life found in the heart of North America.
Trailer: Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is set several generations in the future following Caesar’s reign, in which apes are the dominant species living harmoniously and humans have been reduced to living in the shadows.
New LEGO Botanical Collection Tiny Plants Will Grow on You
The LEGO Tiny Plants endeavor celebrates the diverse world of flora, encompassing arid, tropical, and carnivorous species, each thoughtfully ensconced in its own meticulously designed, terracotta-hued container.
Blue Beetle Released in 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD
Mark your calendar for the digital release of “Blue Beetle” on October 31, as this film, directed by Ángel Manuel Soto ushers in a brand-new era for the iconic DC Superhero.