Why ‘I Love Lucy’is a Classic
I love Lucy is a classic sitcom. It is, however, more than that. The series was ahead of its time and changed the entertainment industry.
Do You Remember the Unique Jack Kerouac?
“There was nowhere to go but everywhere, so just keep on rolling under the stars.” -Jack Kerouac Jack Kerouac was born Jean-Louis Lebris de Kerouac on March 12, 1922. He began his writing career in the 1940s but didn’t achieve fame until the late 1950s. Furthermore, his influential work is often associated with the 1960s. …
“Queen of the Pin-ups” Bettie Page Was an American Icon
Bettie Page was one of the great pin-ups of the 1950s. In fact, she was known as “queen of the pin-ups” after shaking up the industry.
Do You Know This Nifty’50s Slang?
’50s slang was its own unique language for a unique time. Check out some of our favorite words and phrases from back in the day.
Billie Holiday—Portrait of an American Hero
Billie Holiday was an extraordinary musician. More importantly, she was a strong voice for change in a racially divided America.
George Burns and Gracie Allen Were Comedy Gold
George Burns and Gracie Allen Were a legendary comedy duo. Sadly, it seems like they are often left out when talking about the comedy greats.
Top Three Black and White Movies to Enjoy in 2023
Black and white movies didn’t have big special effects, but they had characters and stories that still captivate us today.
Five 1950s TV Shows That Defined a Decade
1950s TV was an important part of changing American culture. With more families gathering in front of the television, these shows big hits of the era that still hold up today
Buddy Holly and His Lasting Impact on Music
Buddy Holly was a hugely important part of the emerging rock and roll sound of the 1950s. Without him, music would not be the same today.
How ‘The Twilight Zone’ Brought a New Era of Entertainment
“The Twilight Zone” is one of the undisputed champs of compelling TV. The original debuted in 1959 and ran for 5 seasons. Beyond that, it spawned a movie and three remakes. As a testament to the greatness of the original, no iteration since has been as successful. The 1980s Twilight Zone came close to matching …
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