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The United States of American Gothic
Arguably the most famous painting in American history, we explore our obsession with Grant Wood’s classic.
MemoryRonald SklarJuly 28, 2014 -
John Wayne’s Pilgrimage
A new John Wayne biography separates the man from the icon - and the cliche.
PictureRonald SklarJuly 23, 2014 -
Barry Livingston: Six Degrees of My Three Sons
My Three Sons actor Barry Livingston has a surprisingly current and impressive resume.
UncategorizedRonald SklarJuly 14, 2014 -
Shirley Temple Kicks The Depression’s Ass
Shirley Temple's dancing feet, winning smile and precocious patter win hearts and minds during The Depression.
MoviesRonald SklarJuly 13, 2014 -
Superman: Keeping it Real with the Man of Steel
We need Superman more than ever. So the least we can do is understand The Man of Steel.
Funny PapersRonald SklarJune 21, 2014 -
Soviet Baby Boomers
This oral history of Soviet Baby Boomers sheds a white light on the Red dawn.
MemoryRonald SklarJune 17, 2014 -
Al Capp: Bright Genius/Dark Soul
Li'l Abner creator Al Capp possessed winning talents but lost to his demons.
Everybody's BooksRonald SklarJune 17, 2014 -
Just Plain Dick – Nixon Plays Checkers
Nixon's "Checkers" speech helped usher in the age of televised politics.
PoliticsRonald SklarJune 14, 2014 -
Pedestrian Modern: Malls Meet Modernism
Malls meet modernism as described in David Smiley's study, Pedestrian Modern.
PastRonald SklarJune 14, 2014 -
Valerie Harper: Kicking Cancer New York Style
Rhoda star Valerie Harper helps launch The American Lung Association’s Lung Force initiative.
NewsRonald SklarMay 19, 2014