Let’s Talk About Myths, Baby! is a Greek mythology podcast. If Edith Hamilton were reincarnated and cooler today she would be Liv Albert. The first time I was exposed to mythology was by Harry Steele Savage's slick drawings used for later editions of Edith Hamilton's 1942 book, Mythology.
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“Inspirations” was recorded at Brockfield Hall near York in the UK, which was built in 1804 and holds the largest collection of paintings by Yorkshire’s impressionist artists – the Staithes Group. For Byford, recording Inspirations all together within such a rich historical environment was a major ingredient of the project. “The warmth and feel of Inspirations had so much to do with being together in this magnificent place and doing it ‘old-school’ style”, Byford explains. “This is how many bands back in the day -including some of the ones covered here - made such great albums, so it just felt really good to be able to do this somewhere like Brockfield Hall”. The results speak for themselves.
The Many Faces of series is perhaps one of my favorite various artists series based on popular groups. The series concentrates on the music of featured artists with different interpretations of their music and other artists who cover their songs. The Beach Boys are getting the royal treatment with The Many Faces of The Beach Boys.
This nostalgic documentary reveals the real story of Blockbuster's demise, and how one last location in Oregon keeps the spirit of a bygone era alive.
Amy Winehouse At The BBC includes Amy's earliest BBC Radio sessions, music from her first-ever TV performances, as well as unheard gems, rarities, unique covers and live versions of classic songs from "Frank" and "Back To Black." The set also includes a beautifully illustrated 20-page booklet featuring rare photographs.
Australia will never be safe again! Introducing, Koala Man, Australia's new resident superhero. While the rest of the world has cool superheroes, the same could not be said about Australia. Koala Man will be on Hulu, get ready for a slew of down under jokes and jabs at the the superhero genre.
Has your desk job got you in the dumps? Fret not my friend, Fred's new desk caddy will set your desk ablaze with co-worker curiosity. This dumpster-fire desk caddy will get all the attention that you are craving from your mundane job.
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away there were a few hungry rebels. They threw a barbeque to feed their rebellious bellies with a spanking new Galaxy Grill.
Finland has been named the happiest country in the world for the fourth year in a row according to The World Happiness Report sponsored by an annual UN report. Must be something in the snow, the top 8 countries have a lot of snow in their forecast.
Hemingway by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick is a deep documentary on the famous writer. We see the man and not the myth that has grown throughout the years. Hemingway unlike his writing peers of the time is legendary, we know more about the mythical character and less about the actual writer and his works. He transcends his works. He was truly a character.
Rochester, New York artist Dave Pollot transforms paintings from thrift shops by adding pop culture characters and objects to old paintings. He incorporates new elements and tries to keep the original integrity of the painting.
This perhaps the first true disposable razor. They are made from milk cartons. They are great for the travel and hospitality business. They will make their first appearance on April 1st in Japan by KAI Industries
Nothing to see here. For a show about nothing, Seinfeld lasted 9 seasons. That was a whole lot of nothing going on. Funko has created a trivia game based on the 90s hit series. The party game about nothing should be a hit with Seinfeld fans. Along with the game, Funko is also releasing a whole series of Pop figurines based on famous characters from the 9-year run.
Eiji Tsuburaya the creator of Godzilla got his feet wet five years earlier in 1949 when he lent his special effects talents to perhaps Japan's first science-fiction movie, The Invisible Man Appears. Unlike the early Universal incarnation, the invisible man is not a lunatic madman.
Instagram has sparked poetic creativity. Sabina Laura has parlayed her @sabinalaurapoerty Instagram account into A little sunshine and a little rain: A Poetry Journal in book format.
Now here is a brilliant idea. Toys created by kids for kids. IKEA selected 5 ideas submitted by kids from all over the world for their new line of stuffed soft toys. I really love the Sandwich Friends. All five will be a global phenomenon.
Oh, it's real. It's the Benedict Cumberbatch Bunny! He is so yummy that you will want to start nibbling his ears first. You don't have to be a sleuth to know that the Chocolate Cumberbunny will be a hit with all the young girls out there.
Batman: Dying is Easy is a fan film catching the attention of the world. The Schoenke brothers raised more than $75,000 through the crowdfunding site Indiegogo for the project. The 30-minute production features the likes of Michael Madsen, Doug Jones, Casper Van Dien and musician Chris Daughtry.
Al Jaffee made his first Mad Magazine debut 65 years ago. Jaffee is famous for creating the "Fold-In" and “Snappy Answers to Stupid Questions.” will be 100 years on March 13.
One part history book, one part art book, and one part fascinating memoir, this book is an overview of more than two centuries of tattoo history intermixed with an intimate look at the lives of tattoo artists, and the personal struggles and triumphs, occupational hazards, and artistic courage that have defined so much of this history.
Just in time for Pride Month, DC Comics announces Poison Ivy: Thorns by Kody Keplinger and Sara Kipin. It's complicated! Poison Ivy is one of Batman's more diverse characters, mostly understood but yet deadly. She is not one-dimensional as some of her fellow rogues from Arkham Asylum. Kody Keplinger and artist Sara Kipin nurture Poison Ivy our favorite antihero with a gothic-horror twist story. This prickly adventure will keep you captivated and seduced by Poison Ivy's charm.
Photography is about perfect timing. This big bird on the water optical illusion created by Naomi Rose was one of the winners of the 2020 World Nature Photography Awards.
As of this year, the UN recognizes 195 countries around the world today. Countries come, countries go. An Atlas of Extinct Countries by Gideon Defoe explores with wit and sarcasm countries that faded into obscurity.
Blackmore's Night has released 11 albums to date with the newest Nature's Light. Ritchie Blackmore and Candice Night are at again with their unique blend of modern Renaissance music.