Radio Chumps
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Music is a huge part of my life, but also a huge part of the 20th century. Almost as much as war. But war is something I like to talk about never. In American history, I think fashion was influenced

In the 1960′s war was volatile, protested and unedited on the evening news.  Today most view war as an offhanded afterthought due to a never ending news cycle, and an acceptance of permanent war states.  In the 1960′s women and

Returning to your alma mater can be a jubilating experience, without notice you begin to reminisce about your “college years”, the endless amount of parties, tailgates, and pre-games. But somehow that reckless, care-free attitude that allowed you to wear sweats

There’s more to Walter Salles’ film adaptation of On The Road than bongos and Benzedrine.  For half a century, the Beat Generation bible has been awaiting cinematic treatment, and Salles makes an admirable attempt at filling the tall order. To

The word glamour is usually at the bottom of the pile of adjectives used to describe today’s movie stars. Sexy? Alluring? Bad Girl? Gorgeous? Sure all of these things are known.  Sex sells and actresses aren’t just selling their movies

I always enjoy a good realism film:  One that doesn’t turn away from the desperations that we sometimes baptize ourselves in for the necessity to survive.  We begin exactly where the title suggests – amidst a gritty exterior in a

For the past year, I have had the honor and privilege of meeting many incredible artists that live and work in Pittsburgh, a city of inspiration, support, and opportunity. These talented individuals showcase some of the best of what our

In a day and age where celebutantes are idolized, it is women like Stephanie Alexis that should be on the billboards and covers of magazines, imploring female empowerment and ingenuity.  Stephanie appears and is full of energy and smiles during

In Pittsburgh’s bustling Dormont neighborhood stands a modest stucco-fronted structure that holds a piece of cinematic history.  Welcome to The Hollywood Theater, one of Pittsburgh’s few surviving independent single-screen movie houses.  Entering the well-lit, modern lobby with its concession stand

For April’s RadioChumps art installment, we are digressing from our usual Pittsburgh artist feature to visit an art mecca from another part of the world.  Keeping in line with recent events, this month we will be showcasing some of the

I have to admit up until last year, I was afraid of color. Yes, it sounds insane I know, but let me explain.  Growing up in a gritty urban environment, I remember my friends and classmates teasing “others” who explored

You see them. You know those women that have no clue what is appropriate as far as what to wear in the workplace. Either their clothes are sagging and unflattering or they are “too” flattering and you see things you

I would love to know the percentage of equally matched, instant connection love to slow, progressing and hardworking love.  Likewise, how many of the instant connections last over that gruelingly challenged love.  Rust & Bone directed by Jacques Audiard (Un

The moment when you are watching a film and it all feels a bit too real – the subtext of the words spoken between two characters feels like an argument, revelation or profession of truth in one’s own life is