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Unraveling Bob Marley’s Legacy: A Review of ‘Who Shot the Sheriff’ Documentary

February 18, 2024February 18, 2024 Serpentorslair StaffBob Marley and the Wailers, Bob Marley biography, Bob Marley documentary, Bob Marley legacy, cultural icon, Jamaica, Jamaican history, Kingston, music documentary, music legend, One Love movie, political activism, reggae music history, reggae music pioneer, Smile Jamaica concert, social commentary, Trenchtown, Who Shot the Sheriff0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Hello everybody. Today I’m taking a look at the 2018 Bob Marley documentary “Who Shot the Sheriff” on Netflix. I have long been a fan of Bob Marley, but I never realized where he grew up and the struggles he had trying to bring unity to his home country Jamaica. Marley was born in 1945 in Nine Mile, Saint Ann Jamaica. I was fortunate enough to be able to visit Saint Ann back in 2017. We stayed at a resort but we did go out and…

Remembering Toby Keith: A Tribute to a Country Music Legend

February 7, 2024February 7, 2024 Serpentorslair Staff"Courtesy of the Red, "How Do You Like Me Now", "I Should've Been a Cowboy", "Red Solo Cup", 1990s country music, American singer-songwriters, and Blue", Billboard Hot Country charts, country music, country music history, country music icons, Oklahoma musicians, Toby Keith, Toby Keith cancer battle, Toby Keith death, Toby Keith hits, Toby Keith legacy, Toby Keith life story, White0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Well hello everyone. Today we take a look at country star Toby Keith. Keith was born in 1961 in Clinton Oklahoma and sadly lost a battle with stomach cancer on February 5th 2024. In high school he played football and went to work in the Oil fields after he graduated high school . Keith got a guitar at age 8 and took an interest in performing while working at his grandmothers club The Billie Garner’s Supper Club. There he would enjoy watching various bands and would…

Review of ‘The Greatest Night in Pop’ Documentary: The Legacy of ‘We Are The World

February 4, 2024February 4, 2024 Serpentorslair Staff1980s pop culture, charity songs, emotional music stories, Farm Aid, Greatest Night in Pop documentary, iconic songs, influential music events, Lionel Richie, Live Aid, Michael Jackson, Mike Omartian, music documentary review, music for charity, music history, music industry behind-the-scene, music industry legends, music production insights, Netflix music documentary, pop music history, pop music legends, Quincy Jones, star-studded collaborations, We Are The World 19850 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Well hello everyone. Today we take a look at the Netflix documentary “The Greatest Night in Pop” now streaming! This is the story of the 1985 hit “We Are The World” that was made to help feed the starving people in Africa. The song was recorded in one night and included nearly 40 of the top artists in 1985. Here we are 39 years later and this song still takes me on an emotional roller coaster with so many great and unique voices. Anyone who ever…

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Carl Weathers: From Gridiron Glory to Hollywood Icon

February 4, 2024February 5, 2024 Serpentorslair Staffacting career, Apollo Creed, BC Lions, Carl Weathers, entertainment industry, film and television, football career, Greef Karga, Happy Gilmore, Hollywood legend, iconic roles, in memoriam, multi-talented athlete, New Orleans native, Oakland Raiders, Predator, Rocky Balboa, San Diego State University, Sylvester Stallone, The Mandalorian, Toy Story 4, Tribute0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Well hello everyone. Today we take a look back at the life of Carl Weathers. Weathers was born in 1948 in New Orleans and passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 1st. Weathers had a remarkable career in professional football and acting in TV and motion picture rolls. In high school Weathers was an all around athlete including football, boxing, wrestling, gymnastics, soccer, and Judo. Weathers played college football at San Diego State University and graduated with a degree in theater arts. In 1970 Weathers…

Exploring the Legacy of Wat Misaka, the Iconic New York Knicks Player

January 28, 2024January 28, 2024 Serpentorslair StaffDiscrimination in sports history, First non-white NBA player, Japanese American internment camps WWII, Japanese-American basketball history, New York Knicks draft history, NIT and NCAA tournaments, Ogden, Ogden High School basketball champion, University of Utah basketball legacy, Utah native athlete, Wataru Misaka biography, Weber College basketball success, World War II veteran athletes0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Hello Everybody. Wataru Misaka was born in 1923 in Ogden, UT. Misaka is best known for being the first non-white player to be drafted and play in the NBA. Misaka who was of Japanese descent, grew up in a poor neighborhood and lived in the basement of his father’s barber shop with is parents and 2 brothers. Growing up Misaka and his family were discriminated against because of their Japanese descent. They could not eat in white restaurants and he was not allowed to play sports…

The Untold Story of Fred Cox: From Kicking Records to Nerf Ball Inventor | A Tribute to a Minnesota Vikings Legend

January 21, 2024January 21, 2024 Serpentorslair Staffall-time leading scorer, Buffalo Bills, chiropractor, chiropractor degree, football history, Fred Cox, kicker, Legacy, Minnesota Vikings, Monongahela, Nerf ball inventor, NFL, NFL records, PA, Parker Brothers, soft football, Super Bowl, University of Pittsburgh0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Well hello everyone. Fred William Cox was born in 1938 in Monongahela, PA and passed away in 2019. Cox who was a long time kicker for the Minnesota Vikings also invented the Nerf Football. Cox’s parents owned a grocery store in PA and it is still operating after 4 generations. Cox naturally went to near by University of Pittsburgh where he played college ball. Cox played for the Minnesota Vikings from 1963-1977 and still holds the Vikings record for all-time leading scorer. Cox who was on…

“Exploring the Impact of ‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’: A Cinematic Pioneer for Mental Health Advocacy”

January 14, 2024January 14, 2024 Serpentorslair Staffasylum, book review, Christopher Lloyd, Cinematic Impact, classic movies, Danny Devito, film review, group home experience, group homes, high school literature, institutional treatment, Jack Nicholson, Josip Elic, Ken Kesey, Ken Kesey novel, Lan Fonders, literature adaptation, Louis Fletcher, mental health advocacy, mental health challenges, mental health issues, mental institution, Michael Berryman, movie adaptation, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, Scatman Crothers, Vincent Schiavelli, Will Sampson0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Hello everybody. Today I’m taking a look at the 1975 classic “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” based on the 1962 novel by Ken Kesey. This a a great film with a stellar cast. Jack Nicholson plays prison inmate who is transferred to a mental institution for evaluation. During his time there he befriends many of the patients and has some very memorable adventures and touching moments. The rest of the cast does an excellent job portraying what an asylum may have looked like at the…

“Barry Corbin: A Remarkable Career in Acting, from TV Hits to Blockbuster Movies”

January 7, 2024January 7, 2024 Serpentorslair Staffacting career, All Saints, Any Which Way You Can, Barry Corbin, Better Call Saul, biography, cattle, character roles, Clint Eastwood, Dallas, favorite shows, filmography, Gene Wilder, horses, John Travolta, low-key profile, M.A.S.H., Marine Corps, Matlock, Murder She Wrote, No Country For Old Men, Northern Exposure, One Tree Hill, Richard Pryor, Six Pack, Stir Crazy, Television, Texas, Texas ranch, Texas Tech, The A-Team, The Ranch, Urban Cowboy, WarGames, Who's Harry Crumb, Yellowstone, Young Sheldon0 comment

Story By Mitchell Smith Barry Corbin was born in 1940 in Lamesa, Texas. He tried football in middle school but enjoyed performing arts better. Corbin went to Texas Tech, joined the Marine Corps and came back to finish his schooling at Texas Tech. Corbin started acting in 1960 and the next 64 years would lay down a remarkable career. Corbin is still acting and has appeared in recent shows like Yellowstone, Better Call Saul, and Young Sheldon. Over the years he has made appearances in shows like The A-Team, Matlock,…

“Taylor Momsen: From Child Star to Rock Queen – A Journey Through Fame, Gossip Girl, and The Pretty Reckless”

January 2, 2024January 2, 2024 Serpentorslair StaffAmerican Idol, Celebrity Life, Champagne Supernova, child model, Cindy Lou Who, Cover Songs, Death by Rock and Roll, Female-Fronted Band, Going to Hell, Gossip Girl, Growing Up in the Spotlight, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Jay Leno Interview, Jim Carrey, Light Me Up Album, Music Career, Number 1 Hits, Oasis, Other Worlds Tour 2024, Pop Culture, Rock and Roll Band, Rock and Roll Passion, Seven Army Nation, Shake ‘N Bake Commercial, Take Me Down, Taylor Momsen, Taylor Momsen Interview, The Pretty Reckless, The Voice, The White Stripes0 comment

Hello everybody. Hope you all enjoyed the holiday. Today I’m taking a look at Taylor Momsen and her life growing up in the spotlight. Momsen who was born in 1993 in St Louis was a child model at age 2 and was the cute little 3 year old in a Shake ‘N Bake commercial. Her first big roll came in the 2000 Live action movie of the classic Christmas Cartoon by Dr Seuss “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”. She starred as Cindy Lou Who along side Jim Carrey. In an…

“Embracing the Magic of Christmas: A Heartfelt Reflection on Santa Claus, Movies, and Joyful Traditions”

December 24, 2023December 24, 2023 Serpentorslair StaffA Christmas Story, Bruce Springsteen, Christmas Eve, Christmas magic, Christmas reflections, Christmas songs, Father Christmas, Festive movies, holiday traditions, I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus, Jolly old St Nick, Joyful celebrations, Kris Kringle, Merry Christmas, Miracle on 34th Street, Pere Noel, Polar Express, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Santa Baby, Santa Claus, Santa Claus is Coming to Town, Santa sightings, The Santa Clause, The Year Without Santa Claus0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith I feel unbelievably blessed with all I have and all the people around me. A special shout out to my lair family for keeping me somewhat grounded. Merry Christmas all. Santa has been quite a popular character over the years. Kris Kringle, Jolley old St Nick., Pere Noel, Father Christmas, Many cartoons, Movies, and songs have been made based around him. Santa is the one most kids want to sit on his lap and let him know what they would like him to bring for Christmas.…

“Jolly Jingles on the Big Screen: The Top 3 Live Action Christmas Characters That Stole Our Hearts!”

December 18, 2023December 18, 2023 Serpentorslair StaffBuddy the Elf live action, Christmas movie characters, Festive movie magic, Holiday film favorites, Jim Carrey Grinch, Live action Christmas characters, Live action Santa Claus, The Grinch live action, Tim Allen Santa Clause, Will Ferrell Elf0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Hello everybody. Today I’m taking a look at 3 animated Christmas characters brought to life on the big screen. First up is one of Christmase’s favorite villains The Grinch. Originally created by Dr Seuss in 1957 and has filled our tv screens since 1966. In 2000 Jim Carey transformed into one of the greatest live action characters bringing the Grinch to life. I grew up watching The Grinch and this was such a great classic show to bring to life and Carey smashed it out of…

“Jingle All the Way: Exploring Timeless and Unconventional Christmas Songs”

December 10, 2023December 10, 2023 Serpentorslair StaffChristmas songs, festive music, festive playlist, holiday classics, holiday traditions, joyful melodies, music recommendations, must-listen tunes, timeless favorites, unconventional Christmas, unique covers0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Hello everybody. Today I’m sticking with the Christmas theme and taking a look at some cool holiday songs. Over the years there have been many songs created and many songs covered for the holiday. Not all are Christmas songs like Adam Sandler’s Happy Hanukkah. This is a great song and a pioneer that opened people’s minds to enjoying and embracing different holiday traditions. The 12 Days of a Christmas by Straight No Chaser is a great new twist on a holiday classic. This is a great…

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“Unwrapping Nostalgia: Reliving the Best G.I. Joe Christmas Hauls from 1982-1994 Week #2!

December 10, 2023December 11, 2023 Serpentorslair Staff1982-1994, 30th Anniversary, 90s cartoon, Action Space Capsule, Barricade, Bullet Proof, Carcass, childhood memories, Christmas hauls, college, Dino Hunters set, figures, Flak-Viper, G.I. Joe, General Flagg, Ghoststriker, Headman, Headquarter, high school graduation, Jurassic Park figures, Keel-Haul, Lobotomaxx, memories, nostalgia, Nunchuck, Overkill, personal hauls, Predacon, ranking, Sci-Fi, Scorpion, Space Shot, Toxo-Lab, toy collection, toy collector, toy line, vehicles0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Welcome to the Outpost. Rolling along in December, does everyone have their lights up yet? This month I’m taking a look at my best Christmas G.I. Joe hauls from 1982 – 1994 ranking my personal Christmas hauls from not the best to the greatest ever. So I went over my 3 least favorite years for Joe hauls last week, so this week I start with 1992. Now these are only based on my personal hauls for each year, it doesn’t have anything to do with figures…

“Festive Fun Around the Holidays: Exploring Seasonal Delights and Activities in CNY”

December 4, 2023December 4, 2023 Serpentorslair StaffCentral New York (CNY), Erie Canal, Festive activities, Highland Forest, holiday traditions, Horse-drawn sleigh rides, Ice skating, Lake Placid, Santa's Workshop, Seasonal delights, Tobogganing, Tree lighting ceremony, Whiteface Mountain, Winter holiday activities, Winter Olympics0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Hello everybody. Today I’m kicking off December taking a look at some fun activities and attractions I grew up doing around holiday time. I celibate Christmas, but whatever you may be celebrating this season these are fun for the whole family. The season in CNY kicks off with our tree lighting where there is a band, the mayor, and crowds of people having hot cocoa. Once the tree is lite one can enjoy some outdoor ice skating on a portion of the Erie Canal that used…

“The Evolution of Prosthetics: From Hollywood Hooks to Mind-Blowing Nerve-Connected Hands”

November 26, 2023November 26, 2023 Serpentorslair Staff2021 series Humans The World Within, artificial heart, artificial limbs, body parts replacement, Bucky Barnes, Captain Hook, Edward Scissorhands, Empire Strikes Back, film history, Florida International University, future of medicine, Hollywood, James Hook, Jason Little, Marvel Cinematic Universe, medical technology, nervous system, neuron communication, organ replacement, pirate hook, prosthetic arms, prosthetics, Ranu Jung, replacement arm, superhuman prosthetic arm, Tate TV series, technological advancements0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Hello everybody. Today I’m taking a look at prosthetics, particularly prosthetic arms. Lost limbs have long been replaced, improved, and even glorified on the Hollywood Big Screen. When we think about the invention of prosthetic arms, probably our first image is the pirate with a hook. The hook has long been associated with pirates even creating famous characters like Captain Hook from Peter Pan and James Hook from Pirates of the Caribbean. Back in 1960 there was a 13 episode western called Tate. Tate played by…