This evening we learn about a special moment in 1944 when the Canadians sealed off the Falaise Pocket. This reminded me of this fantastic movie scene: The Devil’s Brigade – The Canadians Arrive
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This evening we travel to Robbins, Tennessee (population 93) to a very special place called the RM Brooks General Store.
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This evening we reflect back on simpler times and enjoy ABBA’s performance of The Name of the Game.
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For your weekend viewing pleasure, we offer a double feature of submarine movies: The Enemy Below (1957) & Run Silent, Run Deep (1958).
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This evening we learn about mobile phones … in the 1940’s!
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This evening we learn about Midwest Nice.
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Have you ever noticed that the last 4 months of the year have unusual names given their order:
This video explains how the months got their names.
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This evening we present an interesting video entitled Appalachia’s Lost City.
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In honour of Ian Tyson’s recent passing, we offer this performance by him and Sylvia Tyson performing Four Strong Winds.
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This evening we present a short documentary about the Sinking of the Shinano.
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This evening we offer you a wonderful song from Carly Simon entitled Let the River Run. And here’s the 1988 movie, Working Girl, in which it features prominently. (Movie link corrected)
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When you think of great pizza, what comes to mind? New York City? Italy? What most of you likely don’t realize is that the greatest pizza in the world is to be found in New Haven, Connecticut. Here’s a documentary about 3 special restaurants there: Pizza, A Love Story. Warning: Don’t watch this on an empty stomach! 🙂
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This evening we present an interesting video about the Collapse of the Italian Car Industry.
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This evening we get to witness a snowball fight in Lyon, France … in 1896!
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This evening we zoom back to 1967, before P.E.T. and his spawn (adopted or actual) screwed up our beloved Canada, to enjoy the sights & sounds of Montreal’s Expo 67.
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Tonight we present the 1949 classic film, 12 O’Clock High.
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Happy New Year, everyone! Here’s hoping that 2023 is an absolutely terrific year for you and your loved ones.
We start of this new year with some solid Canadian content: The Schmenges: The Last Polka. And if you’re craving even more content from the brothers, here they are on David Letterman’s show.
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On this last day of 2022, we offer you a double-feature of sorts:
Here’s hoping you enjoy the last day of 2022. Let’s hope that 2023 brings more truth and normality into all of our lives.
This evening we get to enjoy Christmas Lights and Cozy Homes.
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Just a few days away from the New Year, we offer you Carol of the Bells.
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