Stars who got their start on the Gong Show
Stars who got their start on the Gong Show In its original incarnation, “The Gong Show” was brought to us by Chuck Barris Productions and ran from 1976 to 1980. While you could technically call […]
Movie extra fails that were too funny to cut from the final release
Movie extra fails that were too funny to cut from the final release Editing rooms exist specifically to catch mistakes before an audience ever sees them. Every so often, a background flub is funny enough, […]
How do you build a business case for esports at a university?
A strong esports proposal should not begin with computers, monitors, or gaming chairs. It should begin with something the university already wants to accomplish, such as increasing enrollment, helping students find community, creating career-connected learning, […]
This day in history: Happy heavenly birthday, Lauren Bacall!
Betty Joan Perske, known as Lauren Bacall, was born in 1924 and was an American actress with a sharp, independent personality on and off screen. Lauren began as a fashion model, but she needed another […]
Hit songs that were originally written for someone else
Hit songs that were originally written for someone else Some of the biggest songs in pop history almost belonged to somebody else entirely. A songwriter has one voice in mind. That voice steps away, or […]
This day in history: Happy heavenly birthday, Fay Wray!
Featuring more than 100 roles across silent films and television, the screaming captive of the giant gorilla in King Kong, Fay Wray was born on September 15, 1907, near Cardston, Alberta, Canada. Wray made her […]
Boomer-era movies from your youth that are just as good as you remember
Boomer-era movies from your youth that are just as good as you remember Few experiences match the emotional intensity of revisiting a movie that captivated you during your formative years, when every frame seemed magical […]
What equipment do you need for a collegiate esports program?
Begin With the Program You Actually Want to Build A collegiate esports program generally needs computers or consoles, monitors, peripherals, furniture, wired networking, software, storage, security, and enough power and cooling to keep everything running. […]
TV shows from the ’90s that were canceled way too soon
TV shows from the ’90s that were canceled way too soon Some shows get years to find an audience. Others barely survive a full season before a network pulls the plug, and decades later fans […]
6 heartwarming news stories for your Monday: Michigan’s funny ID mix-up, dog-friendly Girl Scout treats & more
6 heartwarming news stories for your Monday Start your week with this round-up of warm and uplifting stories. From puppies taking over yoga class, giant Hoosier cabinets, and a sweet goodbye to the Dupont Circle […]