Author: Peter Funt

Les Moonves, the CBS chief toppled by a sexual harassment scandal, will probably be best remembered for what he said in 2016 about Donald Trump’s candidacy: “It may not be good for America, but it’s damn good for CBS.” Moonves might have added, “An…

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In the history of television, during which thousands of network entertainment programs have come and gone, only one show has produced new episodes in each of the last eight decades: “Candid Camera.” What a remarkable feat. With the Emmys having bee…

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PLAINS, Ga. – The antithesis of Donald Trump and his administration can be studied, at least for those willing to drive 150 miles south from Atlanta, among magnolias, towering pines and seemingly endless fields of cotton, peanuts – and dreams. Jimm…

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Social media and digital tools have changed the way we live and, to some extent, the way we die. Increasingly, loved ones and notables are honored through what could be called pre-mourning. “I love my husband with all my heart,” tweeted Cindy McCai…

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Editor’s Note: This is an updated version of Funt’s column, previously titled “This Column is a Column.” “Things are seldom what they seem,” the playful lyric in Gilbert & Sullivan’s “H.M.S. Pinafore,” could well be an anthem for the Trump White Ho…

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“Things are seldom what they seem,” the playful lyric in Gilbert & Sullivan’s “H.M.S. Pinafore,” could well be an anthem for the Trump White House. The latest bit of Trump Troupe theater occurred on “Meet the Press” as host Chuck Todd interviewed t…

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In a recent discussion with a Major League pitching coach about scouting opposing hitters, I thought I was being flippant when I asked: “Do you also chart umpires?” His answer surprised me. “Yes.” As the baseball season grinds on, umpires are takin…

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JAMESTOWN, N.Y. – As thousands of tourists crowded into the center of town in search of hearty laughs, I walked over to Lake View Cemetery for a look at Lucy’s grave. Although Lucille Ball’s cremated remains were originally interred at Forest Lawn …

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“90% of media coverage of my Administration is negative, despite the tremendously positive results we are achieving.” No need to check the math in President Trump’s recent tweet. For argument’s sake let’s say he’s correct. Fact is, “negative” report…

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Question 1: “Do you believe that the media purposely tries to divide Republicans in order to help elect Democrats?” Question 2: When did you stop beating your wife? The first question is one of 27 in a “Media Accountability Survey” conducted thi…

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