"Mrs. America," a nine-part streaming series starring Cate Blanchett, has revived interest in Phyllis Schlafly, described in her New York Times obituary as "one of the most polarizing figures in American public life." … [Read more...] about Schlafly vs. Friedan
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Baden on “60 Minutes”
I’ve written twice before here about how Dr. Michael Baden, a former New York City chief medical examiner, has been drawn into the investigation of the death of Jeffrey Epstein, the financier and convicted sex offender. Baden, an almost dominant … [Read more...] about Baden on “60 Minutes”
About “The Two Popes”
It’s one of those movies you wish wouldn’t end. “The Two Popes”—now on Netflix—is an excellent film featuring extraordinary performances by Anthony Hopkins and Jonathan Pryce, both just nominated for Golden Globes. It has also scored nominations for … [Read more...] about About “The Two Popes”
Ken Behrens, rest in peace, my friend
Ken probably had a joke for this. But we don’t feel like laughing. Ken Behrens died last night. A household name because of his 30-plus years on Bloomington, Ill., radio station WJBC, Ken was occasionally an actor and … [Read more...] about Ken Behrens, rest in peace, my friend
Baden speaks out on Epstein case
Dr. Michael Baden, the former New York City medical examiner who captivated jurors with his expert testimony in both David Hendricks murder trials, believes the death of Jeffrey Epstein was probably a homicide--not a suicide. Epstein, the financier … [Read more...] about Baden speaks out on Epstein case
Ruling on Maurice LaGrone’s appeal
Following his being sentenced to life in prison for the deaths of Amanda Hamm’s three children, Maurice LaGrone asked a state appellate court to overturn his conviction on murder charges. His attorneys raised several legal issues, chief among them … [Read more...] about Ruling on Maurice LaGrone’s appeal