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November 28, 2019

To Thanksgiving, and the best TV episode ever dedicated to it

This year, I reposted a Facebook memory from all the way back in 2018. It contrasts my good feelings about the holiday growing up…

October 29, 2019

Florida is for other people, who may not know…

Most of you know how I feel about Florida. Knowing I moved out says much of it, but there are a lot of reasons…

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…

July 20, 2019

Larger Than Life Personality: Remembering Mitch Petrus — Austin Kellerman

I’ve never reblogged before. Only heard of it. But heat stroke is deadly, and a serious threat this weekend. A few days ago, it…

January 15, 2019

Reports: Nexstar says no to WPIX-NY, WSFL-Miami

If you want to do something well, watch someone else do it. That’s the way to improve in most skills in life. That’s one…

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…

November 21, 2018

The end of an era, and beginning of this one (Part A of this one)

It was 20 years ago tonight. Not exactly. It was actually four days off, on Nov. 25, but what really matters is it was…

November 4, 2018

Difficult week, from anger to sadness, as election approaches

I don’t remember a seven-day period like the time since last Saturday. That’s when I woke up, turned on the TV, and saw what…

October 28, 2018

Not a good day for political thoughts, the USA as a whole

I’ve known I had another blog post “due” before the election, if you know how I think, but too much on my mind and…

October 2, 2018

News starting out good but going downhill fast

It’s a happy moment at CohenConnect.com. (Online definition of moment: “a very brief period of time.” The italics are mine.) September’s blog numbers were…

September 26, 2018

Stupid, stupid, stupid!

Sometimes I see or hear something so stupid, I lose control and have to call it out right away. That’s especially true when it…

August 16, 2018

Sanctions against Sinclair? Sounds justified

It’s either coincidence, karma or a higher power when things come together in ways previously thought impossible. This weekend, Jewish people around the world…

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 25, 2018

Big merger, big problem, big surprise!

This was starting to get a little hard to keep track of, and I wrote most of this last night. Good thing I waited…

June 29, 2018

Certification expiring, definitely done teaching

The first thing I have to say is this blog was planned for today. It doesn’t have anything to do with Wednesday’s Supreme Court…

Fox 29 was one of the two places I should’ve seen red flags, rather than accepting the job, but I still respect several people…

May 17, 2018

Forget Laurel and Yanny. Did Cecily call Adam a moron?

I don’t know about you but yesterday, I couldn’t stop “hearing” about what the people who listened to a certain audio file heard. Most…

May 9, 2018

BREAKING NEWS: Fox buying Miami station

The negotiation spat between Fox and Sinclair is apparently over, and Sinclair’s proposed $3.9 billion merger with Tribune will have one less hurdle. …

May 8, 2018

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

I hope you’ve had a terrific Tuesday! I have a few thoughts (just a few) I figured I’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 I’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

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

April 4, 2018

My urge: Follow your conscience, despite the cost

Listen to this. Ever heard anything so absurd? Itâ€™s not â€œFollow the Leaderâ€ because there is no leader. There are local TV news anchors….

April 3, 2018

Villanova Victory, Volume III

They did it again! Villanova University’s men’s basketball team is celebrating its second national championship in three years. According to the schoolâ€™s president, Rev….

March 29, 2018

Who Trump hates more, Facebook or Amazon? Oh, and Stormy Daniels’ motion to make him speak!

OK. Let’s get this right. Lawmakers and many Americans are angry about Facebook and how it handled 50 million users’ people’s data, but President…

March 23, 2018

The Weather Channel’s new owner, a real controversial person

There are two big changes in weather:Â The snow has stopped and The Weather Channel is being sold. Also, you can say the owner is…

March 20, 2018

Be nicer to Mike Jerrick, and other thoughts on what’s making news

People who know me can never, ever say Iâ€™m not loyal to people I like and respect. Youâ€™ll see that in a moment, along…

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…

March 1, 2018

WSVN without Fox? It’s possible if….

Surprisingly, I haven’t seen this reported at all by South Florida media. Yes, they’re still consumed and reeling from the massacre at Marjory Stoneman…

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 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 18, 2018

Famous man, 80, suing famous man, 77, for age discrimination

What’s famous to you obviously relies on where you’ve been and what you’ve noticed, but these people have had national exposure for at least…

February 12, 2018

Football, even the Super Bowl, may be hazardous to your health

The Super Bowl is over, the Eagles won and in a moment, I’ll show you why the old phrase in the title — “may…

February 8, 2018

School out, Eagles’ championship parade on!

I really didn’t know what to make of school districts cancelling classes for a parade and celebration for Super Bowl LII champions, the Philadelphia…

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 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…

December 27, 2017

Rules? NFL throws out ratings book for holiday weekend finale

There’s always a lot at stake at an NFL football game but this year, the league decided to break its own rules to avoid…

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…

November 27, 2017

Special streets, signs in the City of Brotherly Love (and Sisterly Affection)

Philadelphia street signs are different than in much of the country.For example, there’s no downtown. Locals call that part Center City. If you’re driving,…

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 6, 2016

Getting into the season

It took way too long for Mother Nature, the holiday seasonÂ and me, but it finally started feeling like winter. Monday, Jan. 4, was the…

May 17, 2015

Odds & ends from 3 weeks

I haven’t posted anything in about 3 weeks. (I also havenâ€™t heard from you asking for a post. Unbelievable! Whatâ€™s up with that?) I…

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…

April 19, 2015

It’s Bristol (this weekend), baby!

There are certain things in every town you have to do at least once, and thatâ€™s what I did yesterday in Bristol. Itâ€™s car…

March 22, 2015

ETSU & cutting someone some slack

I think I’ve said it here before, butÂ I love sitting at my desk and going through wire copy.Â It’s not that I didn’t keep up…

January 31, 2015

Who cares what Bruce Jenner is doing?

I’m so glad I haven’t had to cover this story. Apparently, Bruce Jenner has been looking more and more like a woman, with longer…

January 23, 2015

Deflate-Gate or Battle over the Balls?

Yes, I’m going to venture into sports, but not exactly the play-by-play. I really didn’t care much about this year’s Super Bowl and I…

Social distancing: 7 ways to protect your energy and mental health April 6, 2020
As a result of national social distancing efforts, spaces we usually turn to for in-person connections — schools, churches, gyms, cafes, restaurants — have... The post Social distancing: 7 ways to protect your energy and mental health appeared first on The Philly Files.
Stuck at home: 6 ways to keep kids happy and healthy April 5, 2020
Due to the spread of COVID-19, school and daycare closures are keeping families around the world stuck at home together in unprecedented numbers. You,... The post Stuck at home: 6 ways to keep kids happy and healthy appeared first on The Philly Files.
5 tips for talking to your children about COVID-19 April 4, 2020
Schools are closing, family vacations are being postponed and sports games are being canceled. While this viral pandemic may feel overwhelming as an adult,... The post 5 tips for talking to your children about COVID-19 appeared first on The Philly Files.
4 steps to better health with black foods April 3, 2020
Get your antioxidants from black foods Remember those sayings you grew up hearing: once you go black … the darker the berry …? When it... The post 4 steps to better health with black foods appeared first on The Philly Files.
Seasonal home supplies for spring April 2, 2020
Between spring cleaning and spending additional time outdoors (or both), the spring season can bring a lot of changes to your home. From insect... The post Seasonal home supplies for spring appeared first on The Philly Files.
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.

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.