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fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Humor

Lenny Schultz, Comedian Who Made a Lot of Noise, Dies at 91

Lenny Schultz, a unique comedian known for his energetic and zany performances, passed away at 91, leaving a significant legacy in the comedy world.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Silicon Valley food

How Government Cheese' Creates a Dream World in the Valley

Government Cheese illustrates the creative spirit of a unique family in the 1960s, reflecting the show's creator's own upbringing.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Humor

Lenny Schultz, Comedian Who Made a Lot of Noise, Dies at 91

Lenny Schultz, a unique comedian known for his energetic and zany performances, passed away at 91, leaving a significant legacy in the comedy world.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Silicon Valley food

How Government Cheese' Creates a Dream World in the Valley

Government Cheese illustrates the creative spirit of a unique family in the 1960s, reflecting the show's creator's own upbringing.
more#comedy
#counterculture
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
East Bay real estate

The acid queen: Inside Rosemary Leary's life of sex, free-thinking and lots of LSD

The Hitchcock Estate is a historic property linked to the counterculture movement, now on the market for $65 million.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago
London politics

The ideals first fought for in the 1960s are under siege: Is it time to take to the streets?

The 1960s were characterized by simultaneous revolutions in culture, politics, and society, signaling a significant generational shift.
East Bay real estate
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

The acid queen: Inside Rosemary Leary's life of sex, free-thinking and lots of LSD

The Hitchcock Estate is a historic property linked to the counterculture movement, now on the market for $65 million.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago
London politics

The ideals first fought for in the 1960s are under siege: Is it time to take to the streets?

The 1960s were characterized by simultaneous revolutions in culture, politics, and society, signaling a significant generational shift.
more#counterculture
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago
Cocktails

Can a woman covered in whipped cream sell albums?

The album 'Whipped Cream & Other Delights' became iconic for its bold cover and immense sales.
fromMail Online
1 month ago
World politics

Eerie predictions about life in the 2000s that came true REVEALED

Children from 1966 accurately predicted societal issues like job displacement and nuclear threats that persist today.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London politics

Even with segregation, they dressed up and danced': the radical joy of 1960s Indigenous deb balls

The inaugural Sydney Indigenous debutante ball in 1966 served as a significant cultural event for young Aboriginal women, fostering community and joy amidst segregation.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Writing

Book Review: A Fearless Eye: The Photography of Barbara Ramos'

Barbara Ramos's photographs capture the essence of urban life in San Francisco during a transformative era, revealing the complexities of everyday moments.
#bob-dylan
fromSmithsonian Magazine
4 months ago
History

The Real Story Behind 'A Complete Unknown' and Bob Dylan's Early Career, From His Arrival in New York City to When He 'Went Electric'

Dylan's arrival in New York marked the beginning of his transformative journey in music and self-discovery.
fromtime.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

A Complete Unknown Misses a Key Part of 1960s History

The clash between Bob Dylan and Pete Seeger illustrates the broader cultural shift from politically charged folk music to a new, less politically engaged sound.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bob Dylan and Joan Baez's real-life relationship was short-lived and tumultuous - but inspired some of their best music

Bob Dylan and Joan Baez's partnership transformed folk music during the 1960s, marked by romance and collaboration despite personal complexities.
fromThe Nation
3 months ago
Writing

The Importance of Being Pete

Dylan's journey in A Complete Unknown showcases the shift from political expression in folk music to personal creativity in his electric phase.
fromCN Traveller
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Recreating Bob Dylan's New York City for A Complete Unknown

The film 'A Complete Unknown' revives Bob Dylan's early career in 1960s Greenwich Village, predominantly filmed in New Jersey.
The production effectively recreates the period's authentic feeling despite modern locations.
Cape May stood in beautifully for Newport, showcasing the film's creative location choices.
fromtime.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

What A Complete Unknown Gets Right and Wrong About Bob Dylan

The biopic explores Bob Dylan's ascent in the 1960s folk scene, focusing on key relationships and the pivotal moments of his early career.
History
fromSmithsonian Magazine
4 months ago

The Real Story Behind 'A Complete Unknown' and Bob Dylan's Early Career, From His Arrival in New York City to When He 'Went Electric'

Dylan's arrival in New York marked the beginning of his transformative journey in music and self-discovery.
Miscellaneous
fromtime.com
4 months ago

A Complete Unknown Misses a Key Part of 1960s History

The clash between Bob Dylan and Pete Seeger illustrates the broader cultural shift from politically charged folk music to a new, less politically engaged sound.
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Bob Dylan and Joan Baez's real-life relationship was short-lived and tumultuous - but inspired some of their best music

Bob Dylan and Joan Baez's partnership transformed folk music during the 1960s, marked by romance and collaboration despite personal complexities.
Writing
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

The Importance of Being Pete

Dylan's journey in A Complete Unknown showcases the shift from political expression in folk music to personal creativity in his electric phase.
fromCN Traveller
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Recreating Bob Dylan's New York City for A Complete Unknown

The film 'A Complete Unknown' revives Bob Dylan's early career in 1960s Greenwich Village, predominantly filmed in New Jersey.
The production effectively recreates the period's authentic feeling despite modern locations.
Cape May stood in beautifully for Newport, showcasing the film's creative location choices.
fromtime.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

What A Complete Unknown Gets Right and Wrong About Bob Dylan

The biopic explores Bob Dylan's ascent in the 1960s folk scene, focusing on key relationships and the pivotal moments of his early career.
more#bob-dylan
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

British singer, actress, muse Marianne Faithfull dead at 78 DW 01/30/2025

Marianne Faithfull, acclaimed singer and style icon, has died at age 78, leaving behind a rich legacy in music and culture.
#folk-music
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago
NYC music

Book Review: Talkin' Greenwich Village,' by David Browne

Greenwich Village was a pivotal center for folk music, facing both local criticism and resistance yet fostering a resilient cultural scene.
fromPitchfork
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Peter, Paul and Mary's Peter Yarrow Dies at 86

Peter Yarrow, key member of Peter, Paul and Mary, dies at 86 from bladder cancer, leaving a lasting musical legacy.
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago
NYC music

Book Review: Talkin' Greenwich Village,' by David Browne

Greenwich Village was a pivotal center for folk music, facing both local criticism and resistance yet fostering a resilient cultural scene.
fromPitchfork
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Peter, Paul and Mary's Peter Yarrow Dies at 86

Peter Yarrow, key member of Peter, Paul and Mary, dies at 86 from bladder cancer, leaving a lasting musical legacy.
more#folk-music
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago
France news

25 Positively Chilling Moments When People's Sixth Sense Told Them That Something Was Terribly, Terribly Wrong

The article recounts a personal story of a grandmother's youthful adventure that intersects with the notorious Manson family.
#societal-norms
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

I was a long-haired teenage boy in the 1960s. Why did everyone hate us so much?

In the 60s, the struggle over long hair symbolized youth defiance against societal norms and authority.
fromIndependent
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Housewife of the Year competition: 'I was the last winner. In my own little head, I am still reigning - I still have the tiara'

The Calor Kosangas Housewife of the Year contest reflected societal values surrounding domesticity in Ireland during a time of strict cultural and religious norms.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

I was a long-haired teenage boy in the 1960s. Why did everyone hate us so much?

In the 60s, the struggle over long hair symbolized youth defiance against societal norms and authority.
fromIndependent
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Housewife of the Year competition: 'I was the last winner. In my own little head, I am still reigning - I still have the tiara'

The Calor Kosangas Housewife of the Year contest reflected societal values surrounding domesticity in Ireland during a time of strict cultural and religious norms.
more#societal-norms
#documentary
fromSlate Magazine
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Disney+'s Big New Beatles Documentary Shows Another Side of the Fab Four

Beatles '64 contextualizes the band's arrival in America with JFK's assassination, illustrating a nation's need for celebration after tragedy.
fromSlate Magazine
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Disney+'s Big New Beatles Documentary Shows Another Side of the Fab Four

Beatles '64 contextualizes the band's arrival in America with JFK's assassination, illustrating a nation's need for celebration after tragedy.
more#documentary
fromVulture
5 months ago
Writing

'I Thought the Sun Rose and Set on His Sicilian Ass'

The article recounts a memorable encounter with Sonny Bono in a Hollywood coffee shop during the 1960s.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Joy review Jack Thorne-penned IVF drama captures the intense pressure its inventors faced

The development of IVF was a controversial breakthrough that provided hope to childless couples, spotlighting personal struggles of the core team.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
7 months ago
Miscellaneous

PHOTOS: A look back at life in Romford in the 'swinging sixties'

The late 1960s marked a significant transformation in Romford, impacting its shops, pubs, and urban landscape.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
7 months ago
Science

Medical Sleuthing Identified the Dangers of Thalidomide

Thalidomide's association with severe birth defects highlighted the need for stringent drug safety regulations after the public revelations by pediatrician Widukind Lenz.
fromRoger Ebert
7 months ago
Film

In the Ring: James Madio and Steve Loff on "The Featherweight" | MZS | Roger Ebert

The Featherweight explores the haunting journey of aging athletes attempting to reclaim their past glories and the impact on their relationships.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
NYC food

The Habitat chicken brick is back but what's the best way to roast a bird? | Rachel Cooke

Habitat's opening in 1964 transformed consumer design, making stylish home goods accessible and paving the way for modern cooking innovations.
fromwww.nytimes.com
10 months ago
Writing

Francoise Hardy, the Ultimate Symbol of French Girl' Style

The French fashion icon Francoise Hardy was popularized in the 1960s and 1970s, known for her unique style and influence on the fashion industry.
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