A month before the first season of RuPaul’s DRag Race premiered on then five-year-old gay niche cable network Logo, RuPaul and three of the first season’s contestants appeared at a press junket in Los Angeles to promote the new show. When asked about the reality competition’s inspiration, RuPaul let loose: “The universe called and we answered that call! This was a show that had to be made. Whether it came up at a toilet stall at Illusions on Santa Monica Boulevard, I mean, really, it doesn’t matter. The fact is that we have this show that is going to turn TV upside down.” At the time, it just seemed like typical hyperbolic claims from an enthusiastic TV producer and star....
We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. When an outlet is hard to come by, we turn to solar lights to illuminate outdoor spaces. If you need to brighten an entryway, pool fence, or shed, a couple of hanging lanterns might be your best bet—and our latest Amazon find is just the ticket. We personally love the vintage-inspired appeal of this pair of Edison-like lanterns: they discretely hide a solar panel on top and, after six hours in direct sun, promise to stay illuminated from sunset to sunrise without having to fuss with matches, buttons, or batteries. Not only does the duo boast nearly 3,000 positive reviews and a rare 4.6-star...
We resume our survey of animated weather disasters in 1935, beginning with a landmark film well-remembered by classic animation afficionados. If you’re one of such persons, it’ll be an old friend. If you’re one of the uninitiated, you’re in for a treat, and a milestone lesson in animation history. Also included this week are numerous samples of the one-shots of Fleischer, Warner Brothers, and MGM, another forgotten visit with Buddy, and a wrap-up with Betty Boop, and Oswald the Rabbit (in color!). The Band Concert (Disney/United Artists, Mickey Mouse, 2/23/35 – Wilfred Jackson, dir.) – What can be said of this renowned classic that hasn’t been said before? Mickey bursts onto the screen in his official Technicolor debut (although having...
We resume our survey of animated weather disasters in 1935, beginning with a landmark film well-remembered by classic animation afficionados. If you’re one of such persons, it’ll be an old friend. If you’re one of the uninitiated, you’re in for a treat, and a milestone lesson in animation history. Also included this week are numerous samples of the one-shots of Fleischer, Warner Brothers, and MGM, another forgotten visit with Buddy, and a wrap-up with Betty Boop, and Oswald the Rabbit (in color!). The Band Concert (Disney/United Artists, Mickey Mouse, 2/23/35 – Wilfred Jackson, dir.) – What can be said of this renowned classic that hasn’t been said before? Mickey bursts onto the screen in his official Technicolor debut (although having...
Pro tip: Don't get caught up in "no kink" water hose claims. One gardening pro we spoke with says any hose can kink if not cared for properly. By Jodi Gonzalez Gardening season is in full swing, with pros and newbies alike snapping up seeds, pots, soil, and mulch to get this year’s crop started. Making plans for raising a bounty of vegetables, herbs, and flowers requires a plan for proper care, and hoses and a place to store them are key components of that plan. You might think a hose is a hose is a hose, however, you can find a wide variety of hoses and hose reels that come in different materials and lengths and are best suited...
