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‘Screwing Sinatra’: P. Moss Takes Readers Behind The Fictional Velvet Curtain Of 1960s Vegas

Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 13h

‘Screwing Sinatra’: P. Moss Takes Readers Behind The Fictional Velvet Curtain Of 1960s Vegas: "Screwing Sinatra" by P. Moss dives into the tangled lives of Frank Sinatra, John F. Kennedy, Jackie Kennedy, and gangster Sam Giancana, among others.

"Screwing Sinatra" by P. Moss dives into the tangled lives of Frank Sinatra, John F. Kennedy, Jackie Kennedy, and gangster Sam Giancana, among others.

‘Dexter: Resurrection’ Renewed For Season Two At Paramount+

Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 14h

Paramount+ has renewed the Showtime original series "Dexter: Resurrection" for a second season

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Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 16h

Paramount+ Greenlights Limited Series '9/12' - The Blend Now

Paramount+ has ordered 9/12, a six-episode limited series with Jeremy Strong (Succession, Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, The Apprentice) set to star

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Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 16h

Happy 25th! Remember NBC’s dramedy "Ed"? It premiered on this day in 2000, and followed the story of a small-town lawyer and former high school quarterback (Tom Cavanagh) navigating life, love, and quirky local adventures. "Ed" ran for four seasons.

Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 17h

TV movie "The Burning Bed," starring Farrah Fawcett and Paul Le Mat, premiered in 1984. Based on a true story, the film tackled domestic abuse, portraying Fawcett’s character taking a dramatic stand against her abusive husband, and helped spark national conversations about spousal violence.

‘Screwing Sinatra’: P. Moss Takes Readers Behind The Fictional Velvet Curtain Of 1960s Vegas

Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 18h

"Screwing Sinatra" is a fascinating read. I am looking forward to meeting its author, P Moss, tomorrow at New York Comic Con.
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"Screwing Sinatra" by P. Moss dives into the tangled lives of Frank Sinatra, John F. Kennedy, Jackie Kennedy, and gangster Sam Giancana, among others.

National UPlift Someone Day: Why Positivity Is Winning Hearts — And Business

Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 18h

Also in 1942: "The Adventures of Ozzie & Harriet" debuted on CBS radio. The TV show version aired for 14 seasons on ABC (from 1952 to 1966) and remains the longest-running live action scripted broadcast network sitcom in TV history.

Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 19h

National UPlift Someone Day: Why Positivity Is Winning Hearts — And Business: Created by UP Entertainment, National UPlift Someone Day on October 30 is a celebration of kindness, connection, and the power of positive action in media and worldwide.

Created by UP Entertainment, National UPlift Someone Day on October 30 is a celebration of kindness, connection, and the power of positive action in media and worldwide.

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Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 19h

Hey Abbott! Comedy duo Abbott and Costello launched their weekly radio show on this day in 1942. Ten years later, "The Abbott and Costello Show" premiered on television in syndication. It ran for two seasons.

Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 19h

Hulu Debuts Crime Thriller ‘The Lost Station Girls’

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Friday Ratings: WNBA Finals on ESPN Scores its Most-Watched Series Opening Game Since 1997

ESPN scored the most-watched Game 1 of the #WNBAFinals presented by YouTube TV in 28 Years! 1.9M avg. viewers | Up 62% YoY WNBA Playoffs up 16% YoY pic.twitter.com/vr1X5ThoPt— ESPN PR (@ESPNPR)...

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Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 20h

I truly enjoy writing features that inspire positivity. And here is my take on National UPlift Someone Day, which is celebrated on October 30, and focuses on why positivity in media - and globally - matters.

National UPlift Someone Day: Why Positivity Is Winning Hearts — And Business

Created by UP Entertainment, National UPlift Someone Day on October 30 is a celebration of kindness, connection, and the power of positive action in media and worldwide.

Netflix Orders Reality Competition Series ‘Clue’

Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 1d

Netflix Orders Reality Competition Series ‘Clue’: Netflix has ordered reality series "Clue" that will mix elements of the famous board game with unscripted competition.

Netflix has ordered reality series "Clue" that will mix elements of the famous board game with unscripted competition.

NYCC 2025 Exclusive: Funko’s Kiguzoomies And Fun Squad Unveiled

Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 1d

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CBS premiered the crime drama “The District,” starring Craig T. Nelson, on this day in 2000. The drama was the last Saturday primetime scripted series to average at least 10 million viewers per episode within a season (achieved during the 2001–02 season). It ran for four seasons.

Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 1d

NYCC 2025 Exclusive: Funko’s Kiguzoomies And Fun Squad Unveiled: Funko is expanding from the Pop! line with Kiguzoomies and Fun Squad. It launches at New York Comic Con on October 9.

Funko is expanding from the Pop! line with Kiguzoomies and Fun Squad. It launches at New York Comic Con on October 9.

Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 1d

CBS debuted the sitcom “Mr. Merlin” on this day in 1981. The series starred Barnard Hughes as an immortal wizard living in modern-day San Francisco, disguised as an auto mechanic named Max Merlin. It ran for one season and co-starred Clark Brandon as his young apprentice, Zac.

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Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 1d

I am obsessed with Funko! The latest from the creators of Pop!...
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Funko is expanding from the Pop! line with Kiguzoomies and Fun Squad. It launches at New York Comic Con on October 9.

Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 1d

The teen drama "life as we know it" premiered on ABC on this day in 2004. The series featured former reality TV star Kelly Osbourne in a supporting role and produced 13 episodes, though only 11 aired before its cancellation.

Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 1d

Aaron Spelling’s witches drama “Charmed” premiered on The WB in 1998. Starring Shannen Doherty, Holly Marie Combs, and Alyssa Milano, the series ran for eight seasons. Rose McGowan joined in Season 4 following Doherty’s departure. A reboot with a new cast later aired on The CW from 2018 to 2022.

Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 1d

“I’ll Fly Away,” the 1950s-set drama about a black housekeeper (Regina Taylor) working for the family of a white district attorney (Sam Waterston), premiered on NBC in 1991. Despite critical acclaim, the series was canceled after two seasons.

Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 1d

“Ol’ Blue Eyes,” Frank Sinatra, made his initial plunge into regularly scheduled series television as host of CBS’ variety driven “The Frank Sinatra Show” beginning in 1950. The hour lasted two seasons.

Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 1d

“Route 66,” starring Martin Milner and George Maharis, premiered on CBS in 1960. The classic drama followed two young men traveling across America in a Corvette and ran for four seasons. A failed reboot of "Route 66," with James Wilder and Dan Cortese, aired on NBC for 4 episodes in 1993.

Marc Berman @marcberman.bsky.social · 2d

On this day in 1986, Nickelodeon debuted "Double Dare," its first-ever game show. Hosted by Marc Summers, the hit series mixed trivia, messy physical challenges, and the unforgettable obstacle course that defined a generation of Nickelodeon fans.