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Music and Film Reviews: ‘Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90,’ plus Violent Femmes and Catbells
A concert pays tribute to Willie Nelson, plus a reissue of Violent Femmes' debut and a new release from the mysterious Catbells.
Read More »Blu-ray Review: ‘Oppenheimer’ – Directed by Christopher Nolan
Nolan's movie takes three hours to watch, but the Blu-ray includes a better history of Oppenheimer that takes only 90 minutes.
Read More »DVD Review: ‘The Office: Complete Christmas Collection’
Too many Christmas episodes of 'The Office' can be hazardous to one's health.
Read More »Card Game Review: ‘Charty Party: All Ages Edition’ from Very Special Games
Learning graphs while playing, perfect for giggles in the classroom and family game night.
Read More »Music Reviews: The Massive ‘Memphis Blues Box,’ plus Tom Russell and the Ink Spots
Ironically, it took a European record company to compile The Memphis Blues Box, one of the most impressive and essential collections of American music you’ll ever find. Still, I can’t think of a label more suited to the task than Germany’s Bear Family, which is world-famous for its gargantuan and …
Read More »GalaxyCon Columbus: ‘Star Trek: Picard’
"It was a big deal for us, by the way. We were never [before] allowed to improvise."
Read More »Board Game Review: ‘Onitama’ from Arcane Wonders
Each round brings new options for movement; think ahead to defeat your opponent.
Read More »Party Game Review: ‘Charty Party’ from Very Special Games
Match the chart to a hilarious axis to make each other giggle-snort.
Read More »GalaxyCon Columbus: ‘Boy Meets World’ Cast
"It was good chemistry and the audience was involved. I'll cherish those moments."
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