I was pretty excited when sexologist Dr. Trina Read offered to do a short video for us about the importance of sexual health and how women can spice up their sex lives. After all, she is a renowned expert in the field as well as the author of Till Sex Do Us Part: Make Your … [Read more...] about Sexologist Dr. Trina Read on "50 Shades of Grey" and Women’s Sexual Health
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Fishy Fishy Chief Fun Officer Marci Phillips on Porter’s Stowaway Tavern, Cute Bartenders and "Revenge"
Last month, I was invited to Southport, North Carolina to visit the set of Safe Haven, the new movie based on Nicholas Sparks' bestselling book. I had the best time, met some fantastic fellow bloggers and got to interview the prolific Mr. Sparks and meet Safe Haven stars Julianne … [Read more...] about Fishy Fishy Chief Fun Officer Marci Phillips on Porter’s Stowaway Tavern, Cute Bartenders and "Revenge"
The Smart and Funny Young Women Behind the Most Surprisingly Empowering Movie of the Year
Deftly proving its own message that preconceived notions often end up being way off base, For A Good Time, Call … -- yes, the movie about two young women who start a phone sex company – turns out to be the most empowering movie of the year. I had no intention of even seeing … [Read more...] about The Smart and Funny Young Women Behind the Most Surprisingly Empowering Movie of the Year
Dr. Pepper Schwartz on "Hope Springs" and Sex After 50
I always enjoyed watching relationship expert, Dr. Pepper Schwartz, whenever she was a guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show, because she was so real and direct, and it was very easy to relate to her. She has written about so many aspects of sex, love and intimacy that there is … [Read more...] about Dr. Pepper Schwartz on "Hope Springs" and Sex After 50
"Hope Springs" — A Cautionary Tale?
I got a little nervous when, at the beginning of Hope Springs, it was revealed that Kay and Arnold, the couple portrayed beautifully by Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones, were celebrating their 31st anniversary – just like Michael and me. I mean, that’s not a common number – or, … [Read more...] about "Hope Springs" — A Cautionary Tale?
Katy Perry, Neil Young and Teenage Dreams
I love Neil Young. In fact, I’m such a huge fan that I went straight from the airport on Monday to the screening of Jonathan Demme’s new documentary, Neil Young Journeys. After all, the man basically provided the soundtrack for my formative years. “Tell Me Why” is the first … [Read more...] about Katy Perry, Neil Young and Teenage Dreams
Carly Patterson and Shannon Miller on Gymnastics, the Olympics and American Girls
I spent the weekend at the Olympic gymnastic trials in San Jose, where I got a chance to talk to legendary gymnasts Carly Patterson and Shannon Miller. Patterson is the 2004 Olympic All-Around Champion and Miller is the most decorated gymnast in U.S. history. Here’s what they had … [Read more...] about Carly Patterson and Shannon Miller on Gymnastics, the Olympics and American Girls
“brave” and “seeking a friend for the end of the world” movie reviews
This is the weekend to see a double feature. A lot of you have told me you hardly go to the movies any more, and as a reviewer for NickJr.com, trust me – I understand why. Most of what’s out there is definitely not worth paying for, and pretty much anything with Academy Award … [Read more...] about “brave” and “seeking a friend for the end of the world” movie reviews