Bill Jordan: Joy of the Greenhouse

A discussion of gardening and fresh tomatoes leads to finding the true JOY that a greenhouse can bring to a gardener –along with fresh vegetables all year long! For more on Bill Jordan and Embrace The Boom go to www.BillJordanEmbraceTheBoom.com Also be sure to Order Bill’s new book, Also called “Embrace The Boom” directly from … Read more

John Mariani The Virtual Gourmet: Profiling the Giants of Gastronomy

Noted Food and Travel Writer, John Mariani, explains how and why he profiles the important people of the food and wine world including interviews and obituaries — all of which happily punctuate his free newsletter, The Virtual Gourmet. For more on John Mariani go to www.JohnMariani.com And Listen to John’s radio show, ‘Almost Golden’ on … Read more

John Mariani The Virtual Gourmet: What’s Special about San Marzano Tomatoes

Everyone loves Spaghetti…and we LOVE a great tomato sauce! World traveler and Food writer, John Mariani shares the secret behind the famous San Marzano Tomatoes and WHY these are very special. For more on John Mariani go to www.JohnMariani.com And Listen to John’s radio show, ‘Almost Golden’ on WVOX-AM at https://wvox.com/shows/almost-golden/ Visit our website www.CelebratingAct2.com … Read more

Bill Jordan: Does CPAP Really Help Snoring?

Bill Jordan discusses the common problem of SNORING with Art and John of Celebrating Act 2. He also delves into his experience with the CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine widely used for snoring and sleep apnea. This is an interesting, revealing and IMPORTANT Discussion! For more on Bill Jordan and Embrace The Boom go … Read more

The Truth about the Hemingway Bar in the Ritz

The “Hemingway Bar’ in the Paris Ritz is legendary but how much is true? Did Papa H. imbibe there? Is that really his typewriter in the corner? And who is the man behind all memorabilia? Travel writer, food critic and author, John Mariani takes us behind the scenes and into history then–and now! For more … Read more

Do people tell you that you’re an introvert–or an EXTROvert?

Maybe like Bill Jordan you’re in between? Listen to Bill’s fun analysis and see if you agree! For more on Bill Jordan and Embrace The Boom go to www.BillJordanEmbraceTheBoom.com Also be sure to Order Bill’s new book, Also called “Embrace The Boom” directly from the publisher at www.WebsterFalls.com or from Amazon or any good book-seller. … Read more

The Virtual Gourmet: The Cost of Dining In Paris

Today Is Paris affordable? Today? After Covid? Is the haute cuisine of this food mecca worth it? Time change as food and travel writer John Mariani explains…which is why you need to watch this update on eating in Paris in 2024! For more on John Mariani go to www.JohnMariani.com And Listen to John’s radio show, … Read more

Bill Jordan: Meeting Charlton Heston!

Have you ever had the chance to meed your idol? …or anyone famous, larger that life? For Bill Jordan, well known Radio Personality, it was actor Charlton Heston. Bill describes the encounter and his impression of the larger than life actor which happened years ago. Obviously it was a very meaningful meeting and you’ll enjoy … Read more

The Virtual Gourmet: An Honest Look at Spiced Rum

Are “Spiced” Rums new? Innovative? Or a rip-off? Food and travel author, John Mariani address not only Spiced Rum but Rums in general –including some historical perspective you’ll find fascinating! For more on John Mariani go to www.JohnMariani.com And Listen to John’s radio show, ‘Almost Golden’ on WVOX-AM at https://wvox.com/shows/almost-golden/ Visit our website www.CelebratingAct2.com ​ … Read more