The true rock star tales that motivated ‘This Is Spinal Tap’
Peter Smokeler, the camera operator behind the iconic rock documentary “Gimme Shelter,” was taken aback when director Rob Reiner brought him on board to film “This Is Spinal Tap,” a mockumentary from 1984 that humorously portrayed heavy metal bands. Despite his extensive background in rock documentaries, Smokeler found the situation baffling, as the bands featured […]
Lee Strobel’s best supernatural tales to provoke thought among your atheist friends
Atheists generally hold that the universe consists solely of physical matter. They view concepts like the soul, spirit, divinity, and afterlife as mere fiction. But how do they reconcile extraordinary experiences? Moments that defy the laws of physics and leave people astonished? What about unexplained miracles—like patients with terminal cancer who find themselves healed after […]
How our technology brought medieval fairy tales to life
Reflections on Childhood and Modernity As a child, I was captivated by simple things—airplanes, trains, cars, and of course, books and baseball with friends. But then, as I transitioned to university, my focus shifted toward my iPhone and, well, social media. Looking back, that change feels like a significant mistake. It brought struggles I wasn’t […]
Seven strange July tales, from a Blue Angels lawsuit to nude bowling and beyond
July Highlights: Big Events and Oddities Wow, what a month July turned out to be! It was packed with significant events—some great legislative efforts and some pretty wild reactions. One massive story was the cancellation of Stephen Colbert’s show, which sent shockwaves through the media. There was also chatter about President Trump and the funding […]
Biden’s team is ready to reveal ‘Palinesque’ tales about Kamala Harris if she mentions his mental decline, according to a report.
Allies of Joe Biden are reportedly gearing up to “escalate” a narrative surrounding Kamala Harris, especially if discussions about the former president’s cognitive abilities arise, according to a seasoned political journalist. The term “Parinek,” as described by Mark Halperin, refers to Harris’ role as Biden’s vice president and is likened to Sarah Palin’s controversial candidacy. […]
‘Tales We Hope They Remember’: Faith Makes Its Comeback at Kennedy Center After Trump Ends Liberal Control
Hundreds Attend Free Showings of “The King of Kings” at Kennedy Center Washington – A large turnout of families recently filled the Kennedy Center for two sold-out screenings of a film adaptation of Charles Dickens’ take on the life of Jesus Christ. The movie, titled “The King of Kings,” was produced by Angel Studios in […]
George Wendt shares behind-the-scenes tales from his crazy times with the ‘Cheers’ cast
The beloved actor George Wendt, known for his role as Norm Peterson on the classic sitcom “Cheers,” passed away on Tuesday at the age of 76 after battling health issues. Wendt’s audition for the iconic role in 1982 famously involved just the word “beer,” but his impeccable comedic timing and genuine nature made Norm a […]
Basement monsters, decapitated goat heads, and plans to kill children: Ex-FBI agent reveals terrifying tales from undercover work
Retired FBI Agent Shares Chilling Experiences Scott Payne, a retired FBI agent, has dedicated much of his career to infiltrating motorcycle gangs and extremist groups, including white supremacist clans. The realities he encountered often defy description. Reflecting on a particularly grim moment, he recalls, “I’m sitting across from a pedophile who’s hired me to kill […]
Resilience and patience: tales of women who lived before World War II | World War II
Reflections from a Shared Project During the COVID-19 restrictions back in 2020, a project emerged to help connect with my elderly neighbor. It involved each participant holding a card that reflected the age they felt inside. The stories shared were eye-opening, evoking new thoughts in me. This group represents a generation that lived through profound […]
Murielle Borst Tarrant shares her NYC story in ‘Tipi Tales from the Stoop’
For Muriel Borst Tarrant, the only Native American in her Brooklyn neighborhood, her crouch was her sanctuary. Tarrant grew up on DeGraw Street between Court Street and Smith Street in Red Hook in the 1970s. “This whole neighborhood was Italian,” she explained, but the Smith Street area was considered a Puerto Rican enclave. Being of […]