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December 27, 2019

Have you noticed Comcast’s Christmas gift to itself?

It’s that time of year again. No. I take that back. A few weeks ago, it was that time of year again. Regular and…

July 20, 2019

Nothing against my friends at CBS, but…

AT&T — which owns DirecTV, DirecTV Now and U-verse — released a statement saying it “offered to pay CBS an unprecedented rate increase and…

June 13, 2019

Adding my own few points to Nexstar’s ‘Digital First’ strategy

The phrase “Digital First” is nothing new. Managers in TV station news departments have been saying it for years, but they really hadn’t practiced…

May 3, 2019

Lenny’s update, and the writing and posting you may have missed

You may have actually looked at the homepage of this blog, CohenConnect.com, and thought I hadn’t been writing. It may have looked that way,…

March 16, 2019

Control of the media after the mosque attacks in New Zealand

THANK YOU to the two new followers from over the past week, bringing the total up to 116. I hope you like what you…

January 7, 2019

Odds, ends and new beginnings

It’s always good to be remembered, and hopefully being your last new year’s message of the year will keep some of my thoughts on…

January 2, 2019

Banned from Facebook pages twice in 2 days!

Sometimes, interesting things happen when you read friends’ Facebook pages. I’m not talking about going to look on purpose, which I’ve done before. I’m…

December 6, 2018

Blogging better in 2019 after hitting 20,000 views in 2018

THANK YOU! I don’t know what else to say. There’s nothing special about hitting 20,000 blog page views except that it’s a big round…

October 2, 2018

News starting out good but going downhill fast

Itâ€™s a happy moment at CohenConnect.com. (Online definition of moment: â€œa very brief period of time.â€ The italics are mine.) Septemberâ€™s blog numbers were high…

September 3, 2018

Labor Day weekend leftovers

I don’t know, but I’m pretty sure you’ve had a busy week, between getting used to having your kids in school or planning what…

August 9, 2018

Tribune to Sinclair: Judge’s gavel instead of merger’s handshake

It’s a great day in broadcasting, or as great as things can get in this day and age. There will be no merger between…

July 30, 2018

Allegiant Airlines: Worst flight of my life

I didn’t plan to be writing this blog right now. I should have already landed in Allentown, got in my car, and been on my way home to Philadelphia. Instead, I made the mistake of flying Allegiant Airlines. Please keep in mind I’m reading this on my tablet. Never done that before. They were an […]

July 13, 2018

The FCC’s war on American children, adults

The Federal Communications Commission has a very important mission, but it’s not being fulfilled.In fact, the opposite has been happening over the past few…

June 28, 2018

Ready to 'X out' Comcast Xfinity from my life

I DECIDED TO STAY WITH COMCAST. Yes, you read correctly. I made the decision yesterday after coming â€˜thiscloseâ€™ to switching to Verizon. This is…

May 23, 2018

The Big Bang Theory’s wedding episode succeeded where Publix failed

Most of us strive for perfection. Some of us do it too hard, and it can affect our well-being. On the other hand, there…

May 13, 2018

In defense: The good Facebook can do when used by the right people

First, happy Mother’s Day to everyone to whom that applies. I hope you’re having a great day! Second, today is also the celebration of…

May 8, 2018

Paying for news, one candidate's free airtime and asking for your comments

I hope youâ€™ve had a terrific Tuesday! I have a few thoughts (just a few) I figured Iâ€™d get out today. This morning, Axios…

May 4, 2018

Media mega-merger may be moving closer, impacting Miami

I’ve avoided writing much about Sinclair Broadcast Group trying to buy Tribune Media because Iâ€™ve been busy and I don’t want to jinx any…

April 25, 2018

Who says everything I write is negative (but correct)?

This is my 90th blog post and like most journalists, I identify mistakes all over and somehow — often through publicity — try to…

April 19, 2018

Sanctuary cities judges show they know justice, not politics

Iâ€™m not writing to take an opinion on the issues of sanctuary cities or illegal immigration, but have to say Iâ€™m pleased a gang…

April 17, 2018

Comey comes alive with tough talk against Trump

I didnâ€™t know much about James Comey until about two years ago. Since then, I thought pretty highly of the guy and that really…

April 11, 2018

Syria, Gaza and the FCC chair babying broadcasters

Industry leadersÂ have been meeting in Las Vegas for the National Association of Broadcasters ShowÂ and Adam Symson, president-CEO of the E.W. Scripps Co., made an…

April 10, 2018

Salaries, senators and a spat between a Fox News host and the A.P.

Iâ€™m actually going to start optimistically and thank you for reading. The blog is getting very close and may have 12,000 hits after this…

March 30, 2018

Tiffany Trump’s trouble, what unions could do to Amazon and the media

It’s nice when Americans exercise their First Amendment rights (freedom ofÂ religion, speech, the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and…

March 26, 2018

Facebook: Friend or foe? Keep or delete?

If you were reading the Sunday paper, you may have come across this full-page ad from Facebook with a letter signed by Mark Zuckerberg….

March 11, 2018

Call to action: Help stop Sinclair from taking over Tribune

First, I want to go thank and apologize to everyone who read my last post. It was way too long. Yes, it contained what…

March 7, 2018

Flakes and facts, lots on my mind

Gotta love a snow day if you donâ€™t have anywhere to be. Yes, I have a busy week ahead and things to prepare, but…

February 28, 2018

Sinclair, Tribune TV stations combined: Why it’s not a done deal yet

Let’s start by updating my latest post on television. Last Thursday, in discussing Fox Sports paying a fortune for Thursday Night Football, I brought…

February 23, 2018

Parkland now, but North Miami Beach proud!

Did I just write that headline? There’s lots on my mind (too often, and that’s between me and my medical professional, and I’ll get…

February 22, 2018

Got cable, satellite? You’ll foot the bill for Fox’s Thursday Night Football

How many of you watched the Super Bowl this year? Of course, in Philadelphia, that’s a loaded question with the underdog Eagles in the…

February 4, 2018

Eagles’ fans give April the Giraffe an ‘F’

Talk about ungrateful and too much attention for a minor story. The only thing major was the size of the animal. About a…

February 2, 2018

Eagle eye: Most Philadelphia media ignore possibility of local terrorism

You would think anytime thereâ€™s a possibility of terrorism in Philadelphia, the Philadelphia media would report it. Apparently that wasnâ€™t the case this week….

January 23, 2018

Don't post your content on Facebook if you don't want readers getting it for free!

Time for the obvious, yet again. News organizations post their news on Facebook and other social media sites. Those articles, videos, slideshows, etc….

January 16, 2018

The rights of TV station owners vs. the public

By now, I’m sure you realize I’m a fan of the underdog. Fly, Philadelphia Eagles, fly! I also strongly believe in holding people in high positions…

January 8, 2018

The news where I used to work: Unbelievable!

Most of you know I was a web producer for the Fox station in Philadelphia, but fewer of you know I haven’t worked there…

December 20, 2017

Today, Merry Christmas to Comcast! You're welcome!

No waiting until Christmas on Monday. Comcast, you obviously consider yourself too powerful. Today, your hard-earned rate hikes take effect. Santa says you’ve been…

October 4, 2017

Disgraceful daughter

Every situation is different, but death always seems to be a hard topic. We could be talking about a close relative, an acquaintance from…

May 25, 2017

Dinner in my honor: A favorite memory

The spring of 1997. It was pretty much my first time away from home. Steve and Tom hired me to produce the 11pm news…

February 17, 2017

Beating Welch’s un-kosher coupon policy

I don’t get shocked too much anymore. Maybe that’s from age, or having done a lot of things in a lot of places. Maybe…

February 3, 2017

The media: Certainly imperfect, definitely necessary and trying

ThisÂ is my first blog in several months, and only my second since arriving back in Philadelphia. The first was shortly after my return, so…

January 11, 2016

One blogging year in review

It’s a big day in Cohen Country. I posted my first blog one year ago today. A year ago, I was living in Florida,…

November 15, 2015

Past time to stop terror once and for all, not necessarily for the French

I love being back in news. Sure, the hours are long, especially when you donâ€™t have a boss. (My new one starts November 30th)….

April 26, 2015

Lots of updates in a few short months

This is my 22nd blog. I hope youâ€™ve enjoyed them as much as Iâ€™ve enjoyed writing them. I didnâ€™t think I could come up…

March 28, 2015

Taking things a lot too seriously?

I’m noticing a trend, that a lot of my blogs have to do with work. That’s not surprising because most of my waking hours…

March 15, 2015

Getting settled at work

Following up on yesterday’s post, my computer is not hooked up. I thought it would be, but the movers kept bringing in more and…

Wine, memories and making plans April 1, 2020
As we write this column, most people are confined largely to their homes as the Coronavirus continues to spread across the country. Like you,... The post Wine, memories and making plans appeared first on The Philly Files.
Coronavirus: Should you be worried? March 31, 2020
So far, according to official World Health Organisation reports as of March 29, the Wuhan novel coronavirus, called 2019-nCoV, has sickened 638,146 people and led to... The post Coronavirus: Should you be worried? appeared first on The Philly Files.
7 ways to boost immunity March 30, 2020
As coronavirus runs roughshod across the country, having an immune system functioning at its peak is critically important. Vitamins and supplements may promise to... The post 7 ways to boost immunity appeared first on The Philly Files.
A spring cleaning to-do list March 29, 2020
Spring cleaning often lands in a perfect spot on the calendar to serve as an annual reminder of your regular home maintenance to-do list... The post A spring cleaning to-do list appeared first on The Philly Files.
Navigating pollen season amid Coronavirus fears March 28, 2020
Spring brings warmer temperatures, blooming flowers and, for millions of Americans, the arrival of pollen season. It also coincides this year with the arrival... The post Navigating pollen season amid Coronavirus fears appeared first on The Philly Files.
Video: Reimagine spring home upgrades March 26, 2020
Spring is an ideal time to reimagine your home and make upgrades to help create a fresh, welcoming vibe. Freshen up your space with... The post Video: Reimagine spring home upgrades appeared first on The Philly Files.
Vintage Bordeaux, without paying big bucks March 25, 2020
With temperatures somewhat chilly as the winter season comes to an agonizingly slow end, there’s still time to haul out some of the older... The post Vintage Bordeaux, without paying big bucks appeared first on The Philly Files.
Why black men are most at risk of kidney disease March 23, 2020
African Americans are less likely to have life-threatening complication under control, new study finds Among people diagnosed with kidney disease and high blood pressure,... The post Why black men are most at risk of kidney disease appeared first on The Philly Files.
5 tips for better home safety this spring March 22, 2020
As people become more active during the warmer months, keeping home safety top of mind can sometimes go by the wayside. However, when it... The post 5 tips for better home safety this spring appeared first on The Philly Files.
Supplement meals with a nutritious addition March 20, 2020
Adding nutrition to meals is all about the ingredients you include. The next time you’re looking to add nutrients to your recipes, consider adding... The post Supplement meals with a nutritious addition appeared first on The Philly Files.

April Fools' DayApril 1, 2020

April Fools' Day is an annual custom on April 1 consisting of practical jokes and hoaxes. Jokesters often expose their actions by shouting "April fools" at the recipient. There are many disputed origins between April 1 and foolishness, but playing harmless pranks upon one's neighbor has been relatively common in the world, historically. It’s only a public holiday in Odessa, Ukraine. People there observe "Humorina" by dressing up in costumes and fooling around, while pranking others passing by.