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reviewed Andy Griffith. July 04, 2012

A splendid actor whose career spanned more than three decades.

He was an icon of American television. Andy Griffith passed away this week at the age of 86. Andy is best remembered for his role as Sherriff Andy Taylor in the "The Andy Griffith Show" which … more

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reviewed Primetime Propaganda: The True Hollyw.... September 21, 2011

Primetime Propaganda: The True Hollywood Story of

A new kind of McCarthyism is alive and well in Hollywood.

"Some might find it ironic that Hollywood's liberals, who are still inflamed over a blacklist that took place 60 years ago, not only condone it in their hometown, but practice it every day of … more

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reviewed Cable TV. November 18, 2010

More and more of us are opting out.

A recent article by Matthew Garrahan in the Financial Times discloses that the number of people subscribing to cable television in the U.S. has just suffered its biggest decline in 30 years. According … more

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reviewed Dangerously Funny: The Uncensored Sto.... January 06, 2010

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Dangerously Funny: The Uncensored Story of

A look back at one of the most controversial shows in the history of network television.

"CBS wanted established stars from its own network to appear, while Tom was more interested in showcasing and nurturing new talent. CBS wanted performers to sing their hit songs, while Tom … more

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reviewed History (TV Channel). June 28, 2009

Not as good as it used to be.

While perusing the prime time lineup of History (formerly The History Channel) one has to wonder where did all the history go? With programs like "Ice Road Truckers", "Modern … more

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reviewed All In The Family. March 23, 2009

The show that transformed American television in the early 1970's.

For todays generation of television viewers the numbers seem incomprehensible. Yet, it is indeed a fact that on Saturday nights in the early 1970's 60% of those watching television … more

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