Jason Mewes is best known as the vocal half of the iconic duo Jay and Silent Bob, but his path to stability was paved by Deadshot: Beginnings by Kim Yale and John Ostrander. Before finding this specific comic collection, Mewes struggled with a chaotic upbringing and a lack of interest in traditional schooling. He credits…
Rob Riggle is known for his bold comedic presence, but his path was paved by the timeless wisdom of How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie. Before discovering this manual for human connection, Riggle navigated the high-stakes environments of the Marine Corps and the competitive New York comedy scene. He realized early…
A new year brings a new opportunity for organization, routine, and goals. A planner will help you schedule out your year. Here are the best planners for 2026 that you won’t want to ditch halfway through the year. By Jayne Turner – Staff Writer The Passion Planner This planner contains a goal-setting guide, personal and…
In this episode of Soundtrack to My Life, host Chris Collins sits down with Shawn Stockman—singer, record producer, and beloved member of the legendary R&B group Boyz II Men. Check out this heartfelt conversation with Billy Mann. A proud Libra with a deep love for comic books (and a special place in his heart for…
Christmas time is the best time to indulge in a nice hot beverage and a good book. In this quick guide, I’ll give you the best drink and book pairings. By Jayne Turner – Staff Writer Peppermint Mocha If your go-to holiday beverage is a peppermint mocha, you’re classic, sweet, and always festive. You should…
In this heartfelt episode of Soundtrack To My Life, host Chris “Bulldog” Collins sits down with the multi-talented Billy Mann — a singer/songwriter, record producer, creative executive, and entrepreneur — for an intimate conversation about the music that shaped his journey. Billy opens up about the impact of Purple Rain by Prince and the Revolution,…
What was once the place to be for sweet deals on secondhand finds is now a wasteland of overpriced Shein items with inflated shipping prices. So, what happened to Depop? By Jayne Turner – Staff Writer The Beginning Launched in 2011, Depop is a second-hand shopping platform where sellers list their items and buyers browse. Clothing, accessories, and…
There’s been a good deal of doom and gloom in the news about the supposed “collapse” of the American educational system, much of it more than justified. But it’s time to disrupt that catastrophizing narrative by presenting some hopeful developments right here in our home city of Los Angeles. Bad news first: the United States…
The second half of Wicked, Wicked: For Good, is coming out in theaters on November 21st. Here is a list of the best brand collabs that Wicked has done in anticipation of the new movie. And look out! These will be gone quicker than you can say “flying monkey!” By Jayne Turner – Staff Writer…