The Fat Man was a popular radio detective drama that debuted on this date (21 January) in 1946. It starred J. Scott Smart as the titular detective who, although best known as "the Fat Man," was actually named Brad Runyon. His deep, resonant, rich, and slightly theatrical voice was occasionally described as "fruity," which fit … Continue reading Old Time Radio — The Fat Man Debuted Today, on 21 January, 1946
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Mother’s Day Movies
Mary Cassatt's After the Bath (circa 1901) The American Mother's Day was invented by Anna Jarvis in 1905, when her own mother, Ann Reeves Jarvis, died. Her mother's death proved the inspiration for a holiday and by 1908 others joined her in this macabre celebration.After five years of dedication to her obsession, Mother's Day was … Continue reading Mother’s Day Movies
Eric Brightwell 