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March 7, 2020

New and improved website!

I’m happy to report the blog CohenConnect.com is new and improved, with a different web host, and more to see at first glance if…

October 18, 2019

Haven’t been in touch for a while. This is partly the reason.

To those of you eager to read more blog posts here (this is blog #150!), and news on ThePhillyFiles.com, I’m temporarily sorry. No, I…

August 15, 2019

ThePhillyFiles’ six-week milestone!

I sent the following to subscribers of ThePhillyFiles on Mailchimp: It’s hard for me to believe but today marks *six weeks* since the kickoff…

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 11, 2019

Anniversary means time to start something new

It’s Jan. 11 and that means today marks four years since my very first blog post at www.CohenConnect.com. Back then, when I started, I…

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…

December 12, 2018

Exposing hate, close to home (as if acceptable anywhere)

My interest started when I was looking at my Facebook feed over the weekend and saw this post from a former coworker. Obviously, we’re…

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…

October 20, 2018

Thinking about teacher’s child porn trouble and my old school’s website

Today, I found out some news about someone who went to school with me, pretty much since kindergarten. In fact, I think he lived…

October 10, 2018

The case against us all paying for private schools

Several times a year, before elections, a man in Florida emails me about who to support in elections down there. The goal is to…

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…

June 27, 2018

The necessity of public unions, now no chance for compromise

NOTE: Shortly before publishing, Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy announced he’ll retire effective July 31. According to Axios, that’ll give President Donald Trump â€œa…

June 7, 2018

Grave situation for hours outside Detroit

Aug. 26, 2018 UPDATE:Â Grave marker raised and leveled, in early August. I may be back in a few weeks. I don’t go on many…

June 2, 2018

Sign, sign, everywhere a sign

Who wouldâ€™ve thought of me as some type of music expert? Definitely not anybody who knows me! Iâ€™ve been planning this blog for a…

May 29, 2018

The lousiness of laziness and liars

I hate lazy people (and stupid ones, but thatâ€™s a blog for another time). I can understand being sick. Last year, I showed up…

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 17, 2018

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

I donâ€™t know about you but yesterday, I couldnâ€™t stop â€œhearingâ€ about what the people who listened to a certain audio file heard. Most…

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…

April 3, 2018

Villanova Victory, Volume III

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

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 13, 2018

Fox News: Really â€˜Real News. Real Honest Opinionâ€™?

They havenâ€™t been â€œFair and Balancedâ€ in a while but stating Monday, Fox News will be marketing itself as â€œReal News. Real Honest Opinion.â€…

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 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 14, 2018

Your JOB is to read well past the headline

OK, I may be a day late (and Iâ€™m definitely a dollar short, these days), but I read three articles on jobs, yesterday morning…

January 18, 2018

Sad stereotypes too strong to silence (for now)

Last night, I did something I rarely do: open a Facebook post to the public, rather than just friends. Today, I’m blogging about the…

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 11, 2018

Follow-up, fewer watching TV news, future president?

First, I have to thank everybody who looked at Monday’s blog post. The analytics were incredible, the best ever (and that’s all that counts, right? 🙂)….

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…

November 29, 2017

Hey, you accused! Would Mom say, wait until your father gets home?

Today, it was Matt Lauer. Some of you want the newest, shocking details. The Miami Herald called the accusations against him â€œcrude misconduct.â€ Less…

November 21, 2017

Lessons on addressing, our government's gift to you!

On Facebook? You’re probably signed up for a lesson on mailing a letter, paid for by the U.S. government, like the one above. I…

November 9, 2017

What is conscience? Elusive in the media, unfortunately

It seems every day in the news, I read about another powerful man resigning, taking time off from a high-profile job, or under police…

October 6, 2017

Update: Storing the car on the mean streets

This blog post I found was written in mid-May, 2016, but never published. It was part of a series on the difficulties I had…

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…

September 5, 2017

No more newscasts, but what a farewell!

I’ve mentioned the sad state of the U.S. broadcasting industry these days, with big companies eating up smaller ones like never before. There are…

August 24, 2017

Hurricane Andrew, after a quarter century

25 years ago today, this was nothing. Itâ€™s hard to believe so much time has passed, not that I ever forgot a Hurricane Andrew…

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 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…

April 25, 2016

Moving back to Philly!

Yes, you read correctly! Iâ€™m headed back after more than 12 years. I didn’t really think it was going to happen, especially considering the…

January 30, 2016

A better bedroom (and bigger blog)

I have to start off by saying this blog post is late. I warned you when I was finishing the last one. It wasn’t…

January 30, 2016

We got snow!

Took long enough, until the second half of January, but it finally came. Took long enough, but Iâ€™m actually writing about it! Remember, in…

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,…

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…

December 6, 2015

Big bathroom news!

It’s not the most appetizing title, but I realized you were craving pictures of the house before the first major renovation. I should…

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)….

November 1, 2015

A great 'day' in Lenny's 'life'

When you’ve watched a daily TV show on and off for 20 years, even very rarely recently because work gets in the way, it…

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.