Alex Carson is a seasoned writer and cultural historian with a passion for the vibrant and transformative decades of the 1960s and 1970s. With a background in journalism and a deep love for music, film, and politics, Alex brings a unique perspective to the ever-evolving landscape of entertainment.
The man behind Dirty Harry’s .44 Magnum supported gun control? Biographer Shawn Levy reveals Clint Eastwood’s surprising views in *Clint: The Man and the Movies*! From signing petitions for handgun restrictions to backing the 1993 Brady Bill amid his Hollywood gun-toting roles, Levy uncovers how Eastwood balanced rugged individualism with calls for reform. A must-watch […] More
Shawn Levy joins the Facts Verse Podcast to discuss his latest book: CLINT: The Man and the Movies. He discusses the Eastwood’s life, career, and the complexities that define him. Find more from Shawn Levy on his website https://shawnlevy.com/ or on social media: Instagram: @shawnanthonylevy Bluesky: @shawnlevy.com Threads: @shawnanthonylevy I. Early Life and Career Beginnings […] More
Shirley Temple was more than a movie star; she was a global phenomenon, a symbol of hope and innocence beloved by millions. Her life was presented to the world as a perfect fairytale, from her charming childhood films to her seemingly idyllic family life. But what really happened after the cameras stopped rolling? Her first […] More
Did you know that Harvard astronomer Avi Loeb believes 3I/Atlas, a mysterious interstellar object speeding through our solar system at 130,000 miles per hour, might be alien technology rather than just a comet, as NASA claims? ▬Contents of this video▬ 00:00 – Intro 01:03 – The Discovery of 3I/Atlas 04:59 – Avi Loeb and the […] More
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Did Yoko Ono really break up the Beatles—or is that a myth? In this episode, we explore why everyone blames Yoko Ono and what actually led to the split. Drawing on journalist David Sheff’s insights and first-hand reporting, we look past the easy scapegoat to the real pressures inside the band: creative drift, business chaos […] More
Did you know Shohei Ohtani announced his marriage in early 2024 with a simple message that did not even reveal his wife’s name at first? Did you know his bride, Mamiko Tanaka, is a former Fujitsu Red Wave basketball player whose calm personality and athletic discipline align with his own? ▬Contents of this video▬ 00:00 […] More
What’s your favorite Brittney Spears song? One of her most underrated hits, Lucky, speaks about how a star can seemingly have everything but not feel content inside. The song was true to life for Britney for a long time. She was trapped in a conservatorship for years. Her father cotrolled her every move. It was […] More
Yoko Ono after John Lennon died—what she did in the hours immediately following, as told by journalist David Sheff in this rare, first-hand account. Hear the immediate aftermath, the decisions, and the quiet resilience that shaped those heartbreaking moments. In this clip, David Sheff recounts the night of December 8, 1980, and the crucial steps […] More
More than three decades after its release, Field of Dreams continues to exist less like a film and more like an inherited memory — a quiet American prayer preserved across generations, carried not by spectacle but by sincerity. Kevin Costner’s Ray Kinsella, driven by an inexplicable call to carve a baseball field out of his […] More
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How did Yoko Ono shape John Lennon? Author David Sheff, who interviewed the couple for *All We Are Saying*, reveals Yoko as Lennon’s artistic muse and emotional anchor! From her avant-garde art inspiring *Imagine* to co-writing *Give Peace a Chance*, Yoko pushed Lennon toward peace, feminism, and raw vulnerability. Their 1968 “Two Virgins” album shocked […] More