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Paul Lynde on Hollywood Squares

In 1966, Lynde debuted on the fledgling game show Hollywood Squares and quickly became its iconic guest star. Eventually he assumed a…

8 years ago

The “Joy” of Painting with Bob Ross

As a child, I lived with my grandparents, who weren’t into extravagances like Cable TV, so there wasn’t a ton of programming…

8 years ago

C’mon Baby, Let’s Do the Twist!

"The Twist", it's not just a song by Chubby Checker ...

8 years ago

A Salute to Muhammad Ali, The Greatest

An aging Muhammad Ali, born Cassius Clay, has been flying under the radar for years now, but his impact on…

8 years ago

Remembering John Hughes

John Hughes will always hold a special place in our hearts. He directed the movies that helped us all through…

8 years ago

Typing: A Skill That Never Gets Old

The most valuable class I ever took in school was typing. Other classes were more provocative and inspiring, for sure,…

8 years ago

The Disaster that was “New Coke”

On July 10th, 1985, The Coca-Cola Company rectified one of the worst decisions in the history of corporate America: They…

8 years ago

Yakety Yak – Don’t Talk Back!

"Yakety Yak" is a song written, produced, and arranged by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller for The Coasters. Released on Atlantic Records in 1958, the…

8 years ago

Book Mobiles: Bringing the Library to You

Long before the Bat-Mobile, people were getting into Bat-Man in Book Mobiles. Having grown up in a large city, book…

8 years ago

DoYouRemember’s Top 60s Slang Phrases

The 1960s was a decade of upheaval. The civil rights and women’s movement were going strong, protestors demonstrated against war,…

8 years ago

July 1968: Simon & Garfunkel Ruled the Top 10

1968: Simon & Garfunkel had three of the Top 10 albums.

8 years ago

Remembering John Candy, Best Moments & Movies

Remembering John Candy... a Canadian actor and comedian who warmed the hearts of viewers everywhere. He starred in a number…

8 years ago