#dwight arnold

[reddwarfislike]

Work besties

Dwight and Jim give big Rimster vibes. They hate each other except do they? Like Lister keeps bunking with Rimmer, Jim always returns to the desk clump with Dwight.

The Office (US version) is like an alternate dimension where Lister and Kochanski got married and teamed up to prank Rimmer and Rimmer entered into a child-rearing contract with Yvonne McGruder.

[dwtsfun]

Dancing with the Stars Season 33: THE PREMIERE!

So because it's the weekend and several days after the show, I'm going to forego talking about each couple individually and give my thoughts on the show as a whole. So I will say that overall, I enjoyed this much more than last season. This season has way more potential to be fun and interesting than last season did. I'll break down why I feel that way. Last year was a tough transition period for the show, so I think things are getting figured out.

The Hosting

While I still don't think that Julianne and Alfonso are the greatest hosts, they have seemed to find something that works for them. Julianne especially seemed to be way more comfortable on Tuesday than she was at any point last season. I think she was having more fun with it and that's really what you need to do as a cohost. She knows that the celebs and pros are all up there, nervous, concerned, frustrated, disappointed and excited. So she just has to feel things out and either keep the energy up, attempt to lighten the mood and/or uplift disappointed contestants. I think she was better at that.

The Judges

This was a major improvement to me. Now that everyone has had a year to adjust their judging style with Len being gone (specifically Derek), I think this week, I saw some judging that finally made sense and was in line with what I was thinking would be given (mostly). Hopefully the judges do this all season. This is judging that I can get behind.

The Partnerships

Never thought I would have to talk about mismatched partners after the all star season, but then season 32 came around. So I'll say this. I am glad that they figured it out this season. Everyone seems to be matched pretty well (that could change). There are no outliers to me right now.

The Pros

I'm glad I didn't talk about the shifts in casting as that has always been fluid up until right before the GMA reveal. While I'm sad that Koko isn't on this season (anyone know why) and not ecstatic about Sasha and Gleb returning, I am happy that Ezra was promoted and that Witney is back. Everyone seems to be in a decent spot, so hopefully everyone will be firing on all cylinders this season *stares at the men*.

The Dances

I'm not going to talk about everyone, but I will say that as a whole, I was thoroughly impressed with the dances. The pros gave the celebs some decent enough choreography and the celebs performed decently well. Almost everyone showed some sort of potential and I see some real great partnerships forming. I'm worried about Eric and Reggie and what they will realistically be able to do. Brooks, while having a ton of potential, was a non-event and I'm thinking she will be the first one to go. As far as my standouts, Chandler was incredible and is the one to beat. Stephen is right there, we just need him to work on some musicality and finesse with his feet. Dwight can MOVE and is one to look out for. Joey might be a spoiler because he seems really fun, grounded, self-aware and has potential too.

Unfortunately there was one big problem for me. And that was:

The Music Choices

I don't need for us to go back to traditional songs for everything, but I want the music choices to make sense. This wasn't as big of a problem in the past. Idk why it's an issue now. I should not be watching a tango to Hot To Go or A Bar Song. I'm sorry, but the moods of that dance does not go with the feeling of those two songs. Especially as they were. They tried to shift the arrangement of A Bar Song a little bit. And I see some odd song choices for dances this week. Like Ode to Joy for a paso. Seriously?

The final concern:

Anna

So I'm going to keep this short and simple. I have no desire to see her on the show, but we're here. She's decent, but she is not revealing a personality. She's doing nothing to humanize herself and on this show, she has to do that. Ezra is trying, but she's not responding on the show. Now, what I will say is I've heard that she’s being more human in the post show interviews. If she wants to stay, she must bring that to the ballroom. Cuz right now, she's a criminal with a bejeweled ankle monitor on. I feel like she can have a shot, but she's gotta be willing to put forth an effort and not come across as the Ice Queen.

That's it. Tuesday we have our first elimination and it's a double. I'm thinking some combination of Brooks, Anna, Eric and Reggie is eliminated. It all depends on what happens with the scores next week. Let me know you all's thoughts and I will talk to you all soon!

[boldlychristina]

my dancing with the stars season 33 predictions

haven’t watched the show in a hot minute but i was fascinated by the fact that one of the contestants is literally a felon who will be actively wearing an ankle monitor during her time on the show. plus pommel horse guy. so after watching the first episode here’s my prediction of how this will go

Eric & Britt (13th)

Reginald & Emma (12th)

Tori & Pasha (11th)

Anna & Ezra (10th)

Brooks & Gleb (9th)

Ilona & Alan (8th)

Phaedra & Val (7th)

Jenn & Sasha (6th)

Danny & Witney (5th)

Joey & Jenna (4th)

Stephen & Rylee (3rd)

Dwight & Daniella (2nd)

Chandler & Brandon (1st)

[darlinhutchence]

"on this day many years ago i sat down on one of 4 different occasions to interview one of the nicest rock stars I ever had the privilege to work with. the late, great michael hutchence was both generous with his time and thoughtful in his conversation." - dwight arnold for radio 94.5

[character-actor-tournament]

Round 2 matchups

Results of round 1 can be found here.

Full list of matchups under the cut

Jesse White vs Ed Wynn

Lionel Barrymore vs Charlie Ruggles

Frank Morgan/Frank Jenks vs Betty Garrett

Mischa Auer vs S.Z. Sakall

Patsy Kelly vs Margaret Hamilton

Hans Conried vs Hattie McDaniel

Leonid Kinskey vs Eve Arden

Edward van Sloan/Jack Oakie vs Butterfly McQueen

Zasu Pitts vs Charlotte Greenwood

Marjorie Main vs Bert Lahr

Marie Dressler vs Una O'Connor

Dwight Frye vs Esther Muir

Thelma Todd vs Christian Rub

Gail Patrick vs Sydney Greenstreet

John Carradine vs Verna Felton

Una Merkel vs Conrad Veidt

Scatman Crothers vs Guy Kibbee/Walter Brennan

Nat Pendleton vs Raymond Massey

Erich von Stroheim vs Eddie Anderson

Reginald Gardiner vs Joseph Calleia

Sam Levene vs Edna May Oliver

Charles Laughton vs Gabby Hayes

Elsa Lanchester vs Lionel Atwill

Bill Robinson vs Andy Devine

Ernest Truex vs Edward Arnold

Sterling Holloway vs Nancy Kulp

Jean Adair vs Grady Sutton

Glenda Farrell vs Lillian Yarbo

Marjorie Gateson vs Joy Hudges

George E. Stone vs Donald Meek

Warner Baxter/Jerry Colonna vs Spring Byington

Felix Bressart vs Eric Blore

[entireoranges]

Celebrity Ages Chandler Kinney (24) Stephen Nedoroscik (25) Jenn Tran (26) Ilona Maher (28) Brooks Nader (28) Joey Graziadei (29) Anna Delvey (33) Danny Amendola (38) Dwight Howard (38) Phaedra Parks (50) Tori Spelling (51) Eric Roberts (68) Reginald VelJohnson (72) Average: 39

Pro Ages Rylee Arnold (19) Ezra Sosa (23) Brandon Armstrong (30) Alan Bersten (30) Witney Carson (30) Jenna Johnson (30) Daniella Karagach (31) Britt Stewart (35) ( * ) Emma Slater (35) Valentin Chmerkovskiy (38) Pasha Pashkov (38) Sasha Farber (40) Gleb Savchenko (41) ( * ) Average: 32

Combined Stephen Nedoroscik & Rylee Arnold Average: 22

Chandler Kinney & Brandon Armstrong Average: 27

Anna Delvey & Ezra Sosa Average: 28

Ilona Maher & Alan Bersten Average: 29

Joey Graziadei & Jenna Johnson Average: 29.5

Jenn Tran & Sasha Farber Average: 33

Danny Amendola & Witney Carson Average: 34

Dwight Howard & Daniella Karagach Average: 34.5

Brooks Nader & Gleb Savchenko Average: 34.5

Phaedra Parks & Valentin Chmerkovskiy  Average: 44

Tori Spelling & Pasha Pashkov Average: 44.5

Eric Roberts & Britt Stewart Average: 51.5

Reginald VelJohnson & Emma Slater Average: 53.5

( * ) They are both a year younger than noted but are having birthdays a day before the premiere and the within the first week ( * )

[ulkaralakbarova]

When a promised job for Texan Michael fails to materialize in Wyoming, Mike is mistaken by Wayne to be the hitman he hired to kill his unfaithful wife, Suzanne. Mike takes full advantage of the situation, collects the money, and runs. During his getaway, things go wrong, and soon get worse when he runs into the real hitman, Lyle. Credits: TheMovieDb. Film Cast: Michael Williams: Nicolas Cage Lyle from Dallas: Dennis Hopper Suzanne Brown: Lara Flynn Boyle Wayne Brown: J.T. Walsh Deputy Matt Greytack: Timothy Carhart Deputy Russ Bowman: Dan Shor Truck Driver: Dwight Yoakam Jim: Craig Reay Mr. Johnson: Vance Johnson Howard: Robert Apel Old Man: Bobby Joe McFadden Kurt: Dale Gibson Cashier: Ted Parks Receptionist: Babs Bram Doctor: Robert Guajardo Nurse: Sarah Sullivan Red Rock Bartender: Michael Ruud Truck Driver’s Buddy: Peter Kevin Quinn Country Girl Bartender: Jeff Levine Ted: Shawn Michael Ryan Jane: Barbara Glover Caretaker: Robert Beecher Caretaker’s Wife: Jody Carter Film Crew: Screenplay: John Dahl Associate Producer: Rick Dahl Producer: Steve Golin Executive Producer: Michael Kuhn Executive Producer: Jane McGann Producer: Sigurjón Sighvatsson Original Music Composer: William Olvis Director of Photography: Marc Reshovsky Editor: Scott Chestnut Art Direction: Don Diers Set Decoration: Kate J. Sullivan Casting: Carol Lewis Costume Design: Terry Dresbach Executive In Charge Of Production: Tim Clawson Associate Producer: Lynn Weimer Production Design: Robert Pearson Supervising Producer: Aron Warner Production Manager: Philip Rose First Assistant Director: Mike Topoozian Second Assistant Director: Michael McCue Post Production Supervisor: Vincent Landay Script Supervisor: Nancy Karlin Production Coordinator: Larry Shapiro Production Coordinator: Beth DePatie Assistant Production Coordinator: Jeff Caulfield First Assistant Camera: Karl Owens Camera Loader: Jon Massey Still Photographer: Suzanne Tenner Sound Mixer: Mark Weingarten Boom Operator: Yehuda Maayan Gaffer: Stephen Rocha Best Boy Electric: Robert Eyslee Electrician: Dana Arnold Electrician: Fred Gibson Electrician: Michael E. Gips Electrician: Raymond Gonzales Electrician: Peter Pearce Electrician: Gary W. Shaw Key Grip: Mark Shane Davis Dolly Grip: Levon Besnelian Additional Photography: Rohn Schmidt Property Master: Jonathan R. Hodges Hairstylist: Fríða Aradóttir Makeup Artist: Patty York Costume Supervisor: Lori Eskowitz Special Effects Coordinator: Frank Ceglia Special Effects: Mark R. Byers Special Effects Makeup Artist: John Carl Buechler Sculptor: Dean Gates Stunt Coordinator: Dan Bradley Stunts: Rick Barker Stunts: Charlie Carpenter Stunts: Scott Alan Cook Stunts: Dale Gibson Stunts: Don Ruffin Stunts: Keith Campbell Movie Reviews: Steve: A bit dated looking at it over 20 years later, but still entertaining. A slick neo-noir that helped revive the genre. John Chard: All Roads Lead To Intrigue. Red Rock West is directed by John Dahl who also co-wrote the screenplay with his brother Rick. It stars Nicolas Cage, Dennis Hopper, Lara Flynn Boyle, J. T. Walsh and Timothy Carhart. Music is by William Olvis and cinematography by Marc Reshovsky. When a promised job in Wyoming fails to materialise on account of an injury sustained in combat, Michael Williams (Cage) drifts into the town of Red Rock and is mistaken in a bar for a hit-man hired to kill an unfaithful wife. Tempted by the high cash on offer, Michael plays along and promptly finds himself in a web of intrigue from which escape is looking unlikely Welcome To Red Rock/You Are Now Leaving Red Rock. The studio didn’t know what to do with it, a neo-noir flavoured with contemporary Western spices. Put out on cable in America and thriving on its limited release in Europe, it started to gain a cult fan-base. More so after a theatre in the Frisco Bay area started showing it and it made considerable coinage. Today it still remains more of a cult piece than anything else, which while it deserves more accolades and exposure, is still kind of nice for the fans, because it’s like we have our ...

[ondessiderales]

Héros insoupçonnés

Il n’est pas surprenant que les générations qui ont vécu des expériences similaires au début de leur vie développent souvent des personnalités collectives similaires et suivent des trajectoires de vie similaires. En écrivant Générations, Strauss et Howe ont découvert une tendance dans la manière dont différents types de générations se succèdent dans le temps. Ils ont identifié une séquence de quatre archétypes générationnels – qu’ils appellent Prophète, Nomade, Héros et Sage (Artiste) – qui sont récurrents dans cet ordre tout au long de l’histoire américaine. Les générations de chaque archétype ont des tranches d’âge similaires dans l’histoire et partagent donc certaines attitudes de base à l’égard de la famille, du risque, de la culture et des valeurs, ainsi que de l’engagement civique, entre autres choses. À mesure que chaque archétype vieillit, sa personnalité subit des changements profonds et caractéristiques. Mais chacun possède également une identité sous-jacente qui perdure au fil des siècles.

Tout au long de l’histoire moderne, les quatre archétypes générationnels se sont succédé dans un cycle récurrent (pour plus d’informations, voir Générations et tournants historiques). De nombreux chercheurs ont en fait remarqué des types de personnalité similaires à quatre cycles au fil des siècles, de la littérature classique (L'Ancien Testament, Homère, Polybe) aux chercheurs modernes comme Arnold Toynbee, Samuel Huntington et George Modelski.

Prophètes

Les générations de Prophètes naissent après une grande guerre ou une autre crise, à une époque de vie communautaire rajeunie et de consensus autour d’un nouvel ordre sociétal. Les Prophètes grandissent comme les enfants de plus en plus gâtés de cette ère d’après-Crise, deviennent majeurs comme les jeunes narcissiques d’un Éveil spirituel, cultivent des principes comme des adultes moralistes et émergent comme des aînés sages guidant une autre Crise historique. En raison de cette situation dans l’histoire, ces générations ont tendance à rester dans les mémoires pour leur passion pour le passage à l’âge adulte et leur intendance fondée sur des principes envers les aînés. Leurs principales dotations se situent souvent dans le domaine de la vision, des valeurs et de la religion. Leurs dirigeants historiques les plus connus sont John Winthrop, William Berkeley, Samuel Adams, Benjamin Franklin, James Polk, Abraham Lincoln, Herbert Hoover et Franklin Roosevelt. C’étaient des moralistes de principe, des invocateurs de sacrifices humains et des parieurs de guerres justes. Au début de leur vie, rares étaient ceux qui assistaient au combat en uniforme ; Plus tard dans leur vie, la plupart furent vénérés davantage pour leurs paroles inspirantes que pour leurs grandes actions. (Exemple parmi les générations vivantes d’aujourd’hui : les baby-boomers.)

Nomades

Les générations Nomades naissent lors d’un Éveil spirituel, une époque d’idéaux sociaux et d’agendas spirituels où éclatent des attaques lancées par des jeunes contre l’ordre institutionnel établi. Les Nomades grandissent comme des enfants sous-protégés pendant cet Éveil, deviennent de jeunes adultes aliénés dans un monde post-Éveil, s’améliorent pour devenir des leaders pragmatiques de la quarantaine pendant une Crise historique et vieillissent pour devenir des aînés endurcis après la Crise. En raison de cette situation dans l’histoire, ces générations ont tendance à rester dans les mémoires pour l'enfer qu'ils ont vécu en tant qu’adultes ascendants et pour leurs années de leadership actif et concret dans la quarantaine. Leurs principales dotations se situent souvent dans le domaine de la liberté, de la survie et de l'honneur. Leurs dirigeants historiques les plus connus sont Nathaniel Bacon, William Stoughton, George Washington, John Adams, Ulysses Grant, Grover Cleveland, Harry Truman et Dwight Eisenhower. Ce sont des réalistes rusés et difficiles à tromper, des guerriers taciturnes qui préfèrent affronter les problèmes et les adversaires en tête-à-tête. (Exemple parmi les générations vivantes d’aujourd’hui : Génération X.)

Héros

Les générations de Héros naissent après un Éveil spirituel, à une époque de pragmatisme individuel, d’autonomie, de laissez-faire et de chauvinisme national (ou sectoriel ou ethnique). Les Héros grandissent en tant qu’enfants de plus en plus protégés après l’Éveil, deviennent majeurs en tant que jeunes collaborateurs héroïques d’une Crise historique, font preuve de volonté durant leur âge mûr énergique et émergent en tant qu’anciens puissants attaqués par un autre Éveil. En raison de cette situation dans l’histoire, ces générations ont tendance à rester dans les mémoires pour leurs triomphes collectifs en matière de passage à l’âge adulte et leurs réalisations démesurées d’aînés. Leurs principales dotations se situent souvent dans le domaine de la communauté, de la richesse et de la technologie. Leurs dirigeants historiques les plus connus sont Cotton Mather, « King » Carter, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, John Kennedy et Ronald Reagan. Ce sont des bâtisseurs d’institutions vigoureux et rationnels. À la quarantaine, tous ont été des défenseurs agressifs de la prospérité économique et de l’optimisme du public, et tous ont conservé une réputation d’énergie civique et de compétence jusqu’à la fin de leur vie. (Exemples parmi les générations vivantes d’aujourd’hui : les GI et les Millennials.)

Sages (Artistes)

Les générations de Sages naissent au cours d’une grande guerre ou d’une autre crise historique, une époque où les grands périls du monde font ressortir la complexité de la vie et où prédominent le consensus public, les institutions agressives et les sacrifices personnels. Les Sages grandissent surprotégés par des adultes préoccupés par la Crise, deviennent de jeunes adultes sensibles dans un monde d’après-Crise, se libèrent en tant que leaders indécis de la quarantaine lors d’un Éveil spirituel et vieillissent pour devenir des aînés empathiques après l’Éveil. En raison de cette situation dans l’histoire, ces générations ont tendance à rester dans les mémoires pour leurs années tranquilles d’âge adulte et leurs années d’âge mûr où elles ont exercé un leadership flexible et consensuel. Leurs principaux atouts se situent souvent dans le domaine du pluralisme, de l’expertise et de la procédure régulière. Leurs dirigeants historiques les plus connus sont William Shirley, Cadwallader Colden, John Quincy Adams, Andrew Jackson, Theodore Roosevelt et Woodrow Wilson. Il s’agit de techniciens sociaux sensibles et complexes, défenseurs du fair-play et des politiques d’inclusion. (Exemples parmi les générations vivantes d’aujourd’hui : Silent et Homelanders.)

L’une des raisons pour lesquelles le cycle des archétypes se reproduit est que chaque jeune génération tente de corriger ou de compenser ce qu’elle perçoit comme les excès de la génération d’âge mûr au pouvoir. Il n’est pas surprenant que les baby-boomers (une génération de prophètes, axée sur les valeurs, l’individualisme et la vie intérieure) aient donné naissance aux Millennials (une génération de héros, axée sur les actions, la communauté et la vie institutionnelle). Les archétypes ne créent pas d’archétypes comme eux ; ils créent des archétypes opposés. Votre génération n’est pas comme celle qui vous a façonné ; c’est comme la génération qui a façonné la génération qui vous a façonné.

Cela se produit également parce que le rôle sociétal qui semble le plus récent à chaque génération de jeunes est celui qui est laissé vacant par une génération d’aînés qui décède. Pendant la majeure partie de sa vie, les autres générations ont compté sur cette génération sortante pour remplir un rôle social particulier. Aujourd’hui, avec le décès de ces aînés, ce rôle est à nouveau accessible aux jeunes et il semble nouveau, fonctionnel, souhaitable et même nécessaire au bien-être de la société. En d’autres termes, chaque génération arrive à maturité et définit sa personnalité collective tout comme un archétype générationnel opposé est dans son apogée de pouvoir de la quarantaine, et que la génération précédente de son archétype est en train de disparaître.

Les archétypes jouent un rôle important dans le pouvoir prédictif de la théorie générationnelle de Strauss-Howe. En examinant comment les générations précédentes du même archétype ont évolué, il est possible de faire des prévisions non linéaires sur la façon dont les générations – même à un âge très précoce – sont susceptibles de penser, de ressentir et de se comporter à mesure qu’elles vieillissent. La plupart des prévisionnistes supposent simplement que les attitudes et les comportements actuels d’une tranche d’âge donnée resteront les mêmes ou s’intensifieront indéfiniment dans leur direction actuelle. Pourtant, tous les vingt ans environ, une nouvelle génération vieillit dans cette tranche d’âge et brise radicalement la tendance. En comprenant les générations, il est possible d'anticiper chaque Tournant et de prédire correctement une direction comportementale et comportementale entièrement nouvelle.

Source : https://www.lifecourse.com/about/method/generational-archetypes.html

[lboogie1906]

Frederick James Perren (May 15, 1943 – December 16, 2004) was a songwriter, record producer, arranger, and orchestra conductor. He co-wrote and co-produced songs including “Boogie Fever” by the Sylvers, “I Will Survive” by Gloria Gaynor, and “Shake Your Groove Thing” by Peaches & Herb.

He was born in Englewood, New Jersey, and graduated from Englewood’s Dwight Morrow High School. He graduated from Howard University. It was here he met future Capitol Records R&B A&R executive Larkin Arnold. He married Christine Yarian (1970-2004). She co-wrote some songs with him.

Shortly after moving to California, he and bassist Alphonzo Mizell met guitarist Deke Richards. They started writing songs together. Berry Gordy invited them to be part of his collective the Corporation, a collection of songwriters and record producers for the Jackson 5. “I Want You Back” was the first hit from this new collaboration, going to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in early 1970. They wrote and produced more Jackson 5 hits such as “ABC”, “The Love You Save”, “Mama’s Pearl”, and “Maybe Tomorrow”, among others. He and the Corporation continued their work for Motown on soundtracks such as Hell Up in Harlem and Cooley High, which featured “It’s So Hard to Say Goodbye to Yesterday”.

He last worked with New Edition in 1986 on their Under the Blue Moon, but by the end of the decade, he was largely inactive as a writer and producer. He experienced a resurgence of success as the boyband phenomenon sought musical credibility and instant recognizability with covers of 1970s soul-disco hits. Boyz II Men eclipsed the success of the G.C. Cameron original with their cover of his “It’s So Hard to Say Goodbye to Yesterday”, hitting #2 on the Hot 100 and the top spot on the Hot R&B Singles chart. The song was covered by the Irish boyband Westlife. In 1998, British boyband 911 took a cover of “More Than a Woman” to #2 in the UK Singles Chart. #africanhistory365 #africanexcellence

[johnmarzka]

The Legacy of West Point Academy's Football Dynasty

The legacy of the United States Military Academy at West Point stems from a rich tapestry of history, resilience, and excellence. Beyond its contributions to the nation's defense, West Point boasts a storied football tradition that intertwines with the academy's profound narrative.

Established in 1802, the academy's strategic location along the Hudson River played a pivotal role in American history during the Revolution. It remained an unyielding fortress, eluding capture even during the treacherous betrayal attempt by General Benedict Arnold.

The visionaries behind West Point sought to create an institution dedicated to warfare science and the development of military leaders. President Thomas Jefferson, despite initial opposition, acknowledged the necessity of such an academy for safeguarding the nation's interests and expanding its territories.

Under the stewardship of Major Sylvanus Thayer, known as the "Father of the Military Academy," West Point underwent significant transformations. Thayer raised academic standards, instilled military discipline, and established civil and military engineering as the foundation of the curriculum.

Throughout the 19th century, West Point graduates played pivotal roles in the country's development, contributing to infrastructure projects like the Panama Canal and assuming leadership positions in various conflicts, including the Civil War.

Post-Civil War, West Point continued its commitment to tradition, discipline, and excellence. Despite the austere atmosphere, the academy slowly integrated African-American cadets, albeit facing challenges like institutional prejudice and "silencing."

World War I showcased the bravery of West Point alumni, notably General John J. Pershing, who commanded the American Expeditionary Force in Europe. The war prompted curriculum modernizations to incorporate advancements in science and technology.

The interwar years saw a cadre of distinguished graduates who would become pivotal leaders in World War II, including Douglas MacArthur, George Patton, and Dwight Eisenhower. West Point alumni led the majority of significant ground and air units in the war.

In 1975, West Point welcomed women into its ranks, marking a pivotal moment in its history. The subsequent years witnessed a surge in diversity among the Corps of Cadets, fostering a more inclusive and representative academy.

Amidst this rich history, West Point's football legacy stands tall. The 1944 Army squad, under coach Earl "Red" Blaik, carved a football dynasty unparalleled in its dominance. Featuring talents like Glenn Davis and Doc Blanchard, the team's extraordinary accomplishments and unbeaten streaks remain unmatched in college football history.

But greatness didn't rest solely in the past. The subsequent seasons, particularly in 1945, saw Army's football ascendancy continue. Led by stalwarts like Blanchard, Davis, and Arnold Tucker, they pursued a new dynasty. The 1945 squad embarked on a journey to match the previous year's feats, culminating in another national championship, validating their claim as one of the greatest teams in college football history.

The narrative of West Point's football triumphs extends beyond the World War II era. Though postseason bowl appearances became a rarity until 1984, when the team triumphed over Michigan State in the Cherry Bowl, it continued solidifying its legacy. Post-war periods saw the Army's Black Knights repeatedly showcasing their mettle in postseason battles, from the Peach Bowl victory over Illinois in 1985 to their resilience against Alabama in the 1988 Sun Bowl.

Even in later years, like the stirring 1996 Independence Bowl clash against Auburn, the Army's indomitable spirit persisted. Despite facing formidable odds, their tenacity and never-say-die attitude illuminated the field, leaving an indelible mark in the hearts of fans and foes alike.

[brookstonalmanac]

Birthdays 11.16

Beer Birthdays

Peter Ballantine (1791)

Johann Evangelist Götz (1815)

Charles Liebmann (1837)

Mark Dredge (1984)

Five Favorite Birthdays

Daws Butler; voice actor (1916)

Paul Hindemith; composer (1895)

Diana Krall; Canadian jazz singer (1964)

Burgess Meredith; actor (1907)

Martha Plimpton; actor (1970)

Famous Birthdays

Gene Amdahl; computer scientist (1922)

Craig Arnold; poet (1967)

Gemma Atkinson; model (1984)

Oksana Baiul; Ukrainian-American skater (1977)

Andrea Barrett; novelist and short story writer[ (1954)

Lisa Bonet; actor (1967)

Joey Cape; rock singer, guitarist (1966)

Eddie Condon; guitarist (1904)

Francis Danby; Irish painter (1793)

Pete Davidson; comedian (1993)

Elizabeth Drew; journalist (1935)

Dwight Gooden; New York Mets P (1964)

Maggie Gyllenhaal; actress (1977)

Jónas Hallgrímsson; Icelandic poet, author (1807)

W.C. Handy; composer (1873)

Marg Helgenberger; actress (1958)

George S. Kaufman; writer (1889)

Dave Kushner; guitarist (1966)

Joan Lindsay; Australian author (1896)

Mabel Normand; actor (1894)

Steven Pearl; comedian (1955)

Missi Pyle; actress and singer (1972)

Jose Saramago; writer (1922)

Guy Stockwell; actor (1934)

Amar'e Stoudemire; basketball player (1982)

Valeria Bruni Tedeschi; Italian-French actress (1964)

Lawrence Tibbett; actor (1896)

Richard von Coudenhove-Kalergi; Austrian philosopher (1894)

[amwftrust]

DESTINY AND MARVIN GAYE “BAD BLACK EXPO” HISTORICAL SUCCESS! Oakland/Berkeley’s own “Destiny” was an exceptional R&B group in the Bay Area in the early 1970’s composed of Eric Dolen, Charles Burns, Dwight Owens, and Michael Torrance! The versatile, soulful, precision choreographed dancers were ALL LEAD singers! “Destiny” performed before Marvin Gaye and that lead to their union with the “Silky Soul Singer”! BUT FIRST, they performed at the Black Awareness Day (BAD), Black Expo”, known as “BAD BLACK EXPO” and several other venues around the Bay Area booked by Abdul-Jalil and SUPERSTAR MANAGEMENT! Marvin took the group on the road with him as his opening act and background vocalist! Marvin Gaye’s 1974 version of "Distant Lover" recorded Live in Oakland, has been regarded as the Greatest Live Performance of all time! • Lead vocals by Marvin Gaye • Background vocals by Eric Dolen, Charles Burns, Dwight Owens, Michael Torrance & Wally Cox • Instrumentation: ◦ Ed Green: drums ◦ James Jamerson: bass ◦ David T. Walker: guitar ◦ Ray Parker: guitar ◦ Joe Sample: keyboard ◦ John Arnold: percussion ◦ Joe Clayton: congas ◦ Paul Hubinon: trumpet ◦ George Bonhanon: trombone ◦ Ernie Watts: sax ◦ William Green: sax ◦ James Getzoff: violin ◦ Jack Shulman: violin • Arranged by Gene Page • Produced by Marvin Gaye "Distant Lover (live)" Single by Marvin Gaye from the album Marvin Gaye Live! Released June 28, 1974 Recorded January 4, 1974 Oakland Coliseum (Oakland, California)

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W A T C H I N G

I used to see episodes on TV way back when. I've seen it a few times probably via library DVDs.

But it's on a streamer app/site so I thought it might be fun. Reminisce.

Turns out my mom came around at episode 2 and wanted to see the rest! Go figure. She enjoyed it too.

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Newsletter #24 : Leadership

Newsletter #24 : Leadership

One of the tests of leadership is the ability to recognize a problem before it becomes an emergency. Arnold H. Glasow A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the courage to make tough decisions, and the compassion to listen to the needs of others. They do not set out to be a leader, but become one by the equality of their actions and the integrity of their intentions. Douglas…

[character-actor-tournament]

Round 3 results

Ed Wynn vs Lionel Barrymore

Betty Garrett vs Mischa Auer

Margaret Hamilton vs Hattie McDaniel

Eve Arden vs Butterfly McQueen

Zasu Pitts vs Charlotte Greenwood vs Marjorie Main

Una O'Connor vs Dwight Frye

Thelma Todd vs Gail Patrick

John Carradine vs Conrad Veidt

Scatman Crothers vs Raymond Massey

Eddie Anderson vs Reginald Gardiner

Edna May Oliver vs Charles Laughton

Elsa Lanchester vs Bill Robinson

Edward Arnold vs Sterling Holloway

Jean Adair vs Glenda Farrell

Marjorie Gateson vs Donald Meek

Spring Byington vs Felix Bressart