Patrick O’Neal, whose brother Michael was one of the finest people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting, stars in Assignment to Kill, from 1968. The pitch for the movie seems to have been along the line of, “James Bond, insurance agent.” An overlooked 60’s gem? I’ll know after watching it.
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World Eater
From bankruptcy to all-powerful franchise, Marvel is now Galactus, consuming everything in its path, as covered in the latest New Yorker issue.
https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2023/06/12/how-the-marvel-cinematic-universe-swallowed-hollywood
That illustration reminds me of a painting that Wally Wood did for a TV Guide article in 60s, when superheroes were taking over Saturday morning cartoons.
Pi Time
Having a taste of Raspberry Pi, thanks to tastewar, who has taken care of the heavy lifting, getting the platform installed and configured. Will proceed to trying an installation of Logitech Media Server.
More than the sum of its parts!
Nino & April and Mann & Weil
Larry Grogan started his “Testify!” show last night with a Nino Tempo and April Stevens set. Note: this playlist might start automatically, depending on your browser.
Cynthia Weil died yesterday. She composed many hits with her husband Barry Mann. Here’s one from my DJ days at the radio station.
Inside Out Wi-Fi
The ellipse I drew on this photo shows an approximate anticipated position for the portable “smart” projector, once the patio has been completed and is ready for use.
For a reliably strong Wi-Fi signal outside, I installed a Verizon FiOS Network Extender. Another benefit is much improved reception on the porch.
Using WPS, it set up in just a few minutes, and runs over the MoCA coaxial cable network back to the Quantum Gateway. Note: I expect only tastewar will understand what I just said! 😉
I. Whitcomb’s Not-So-Cheap Suit Serenaders
A very dear, old friend was playing the vibes when I met her in high school. She’s recently taken up the ukulele, and I suggested that she ask members of her two uke groups (yes, two) if they know the name Ian Whitcomb.