In the golden era of film criticism, two names stood as giants among mere mortals: Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert. These American film critics became household names through their groundbreaking show, “At the Movies with Siskel and Ebert,” which aired from 1982 to 1986. Known for their spirited debates, razor-sharp wit, and their iconic “Thumbs Up” or “Thumbs Down” rating system, Siskel and Ebert didn’t just review movies. They skewered them, transcending all other traditional forms of entertainment. However, not all of the treasures from the Siskel and Ebert vault were shared with the public. Amidst their televised critiques lies a trove of what can only be described as “The…
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Thumbs in the Vault – Part Two The Siskel & Ebert Reviews You Weren't Meant to See
In Part One of Thumbs in the Vault – The Siskel & Ebert Reviews You Weren’t Meant to See we enjoyed our first chance to read some of the film reviews by Siskel and Ebert that mysteriously “vanished” and were never shown on television. Here, in Part Two, I’ll share with you eight of their more controversial reviews. Reviews that some postulate the reason why they were “lost” and never seen by the public. I’ll see you at the movies! The Little Mermaid Hello. I’m Gene Siskel from the Chicago Tribune, along with Roger Ebert from the Chicago Sun-Times, and you’re “At the Movies with Siskel and Ebert.” Today, we’re…
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Gold-Infused Creams to Thrilling Extremes Trump's Unbelievable Comeback
In the world of business and politics, Donald Trump is like that rollercoaster you can’t resist riding—even though it’s been repaired more times than your grandpa’s old truck. He’s famous for a real estate empire that’s shrouded in mystery, and his time in the Oval Office left us spinning faster than a Tilt-A-Whirl. From bankruptcies to lawsuits, allegations, and pandemic pandemonium, Trump’s life reads like a tabloid magazine on steroids. His journey into the world of consumer products like Trump Steaks, Trump Vodka, and Trump University were like characters in a sitcom—some loved them, some thought they belonged in the comedy section. But hold onto your hats, folks, fresh off…
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Big Macs and Big Claims The Unstoppable Trump Train
Part One Have you ever wondered what it might be like to be cooped up for 48 hours with one of the most enigmatic figures in modern history? Well, buckle up, because that’s exactly what I did in a no-holds-barred interview with none other than Donald J. Trump. Two days, one room, and a rollercoaster of topics that swung wildly from deadly serious to hilariously kooky. We started with Trump’s controversial draft-dodging days during the Vietnam era. It was a mix of serious historical fluff and the kind of personal quirks that only Trump can bring to the table. Then, bam! We switched gears to explore his Big Mac obsession.…
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When Life Gives You Gorilla Glue Unbelievable Tales of Everyday Absurdities
Two years ago, I shared an article about my disdain for having to stand in front of a sea of birthday cards, trying to choose just one. It took me over an hour. The experience was so harrowing that I went home and wrote one of my most successful articles, You Won’t Be Getting a Birthday Card from Me I just don’t have the time. The article kicked off with, The thing of it is, there are plenty of cards for birthdays, graduations, or having babies. But there are no sympathy cards written for the unfortunate souls who swallow a bag of nails or cut their toes off with a…
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