Arroe Collins View From The Writing Instrument

From one of cinema's wisest and most penetrating observers, an arresting new perspective on the sweep of film historyDavid Thomson has been called "the greatest living writer on the movies." Here is a career capstone of sorts-a one-volume history of film and screens as illuminating and provocative as his classic Biographical Dictionary of Film. In tracing the progress, from the Lumiere Brothers to the Coens, Thomson glories in the great movies, but admits to increasing unease over what the medium has done to us-promoting fantasy, misleading models of sexual identity, the cult of authority, power, and happy endings.This revisionist hi...

I’m always asking questions.  The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as…   People who claim to be reincarnated…do they remember their past lives?  Plus…can you sign up to be the next in line to be reincarnated?   I’m Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it’s my morning writing.  As a receiver of thoughts and ideas, we as people tend to throw it to the side and deal with...

Lily Heidinger is a young country music sensation from Madison, Ohio. Her heartfelt lyrics and soulful voice are already capturing attention far beyond her hometown. With a guitar in her hand and a story to tell, Lily writes her own songs—honest, emotional, and rooted in the traditions of country storytelling with a fresh, modern edge.
Inspired by legends like Dolly Parton, Kacey Musgraves and Ashley McBride, Lily began performing at local venues and festivals as a teenager, quickly earning a loyal following drawn to her raw talent and magnetic stage presence. Soon, Lily began to perform at more impo...

Isn't there an old saying about nobody truly can hear the effects of a tree when it comes crashing down? Living inside a forest for 34 years, I've heard a lot of trees meeting their new neighbors as they face plant in the forest floor. I never want to enter a day until I've loved as well as recognized the skyscrapers that have spent many many more years on this planet then I the Poet with a pen.

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In “WHAT I WISH I KNEW ABOUT LUCK: A Crash Course on Turning Aspirations into Achievements” (HarperOne) - STANFORD UNIVERSITY professor and bestselling author: TINA SEELIG - dispels the myth - noting that what we call luck is really the deliberate actions of hard work. From being born into the “right” family to someone helping you with a flat tire – Dr. Seelig tells us that what most consider lucky is really fortune. Meantime, luck, has to do with the choices you make and the risks you take as opportunities arise. With accessible tips and bite-sized lessons, Seelig breaks down the necessary compone...

Why did Jews become devoted Democrats, and why did the Democrats turn on them?p> For the past 100 years, Jews have famously been at the forefront of every liberal cause in America. They were overrepresented in the Civil Rights Movement, in the Labor movement, the pro-choice movement, and the LGBT movement. If you ask them why they are Democrats, many will say it's because they are Jews.And yet, as Batya Ungar-Sargon explains in The Jews and the Left, with its slogans about the destruction of Israel and elevation of antisemitic leaders, the Left has become a no-go zone for J...

I’m always asking questions.  The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as…   Why do consumers continue to push away plant based foods?  They’ve gotten better with the flavor but the followers aren’t there.  Plus…THC versus CBD are they one in the same?  Yeah no…   I’m Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it’s my morning writing.  As a receiver of thoughts and ideas, we as people tend to...

Christmas At Sea As the mercury rises during the height of summer, Hallmark Channel gives fans a merry way to stay cool with its annual Christmas in July programming event, and Hallmark+ subscribers will be treated to a second season of sailing the high seas with their favorite Hallmark stars in Christmas at Sea. In season two of the series, Hallmark superfans meet their favorite stars on a Christmas cruise to Cozumel, Mexico. With holiday cheer, unforgettable moments, and celebrity surprises, this cruise is one to remember.  Featured are popular Hallmark stars including Benjamin Ayres (The Santa Class), Jonathan Bennett (F...

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations.  Hosting requires show prep.  My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests.  What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed.  The conversation didn’t happen.  I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again.  Let me explain Missed Opportunity.  It’s my questions and statements without their answers.  I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history.  Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to loca...

Digging deeper into the channels of where a writing instrument was located gives the author a better view of who was holding onto the instrument before the creative process turned into a story. Suddenly this writing instrument has a connection to the early 20's of Ford and then a secret missile making plant. Then, its 103 degrees and the pen is taking a huge hit in the forest floor. All this before sharing an amazing talk with a beneath the soil expert.

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FÚTBOL IS LIFE!/¡FÚTBOL ES VIDA! is an inspirational bilingual picture book from Cristo Fernández, the actor and filmmaker best known for his role as Dani Rojas on the Emmy Award-winning show Ted Lasso. Inspired by Fernández’s own life as a fútbol-soccer player in his hometown of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, this English-Spanish bilingual story explores themes of being open to change and discovering new passions after Cristobalito is sidelined by an injury. This story, like Fernández’s mission in life, aims to bring positivity, joy, and inspiration to readers. The title is taken from Fernández’s Ted...

Ways of Listening is a love letter to music, a sharp analysis of our current cultural reality, and a joyful celebration of the artists who keep creating against all odds.  How has the internet changed the way we listen to, and love, the music that shapes our lives? Award-winning musician Rollie Pemberton (Cadence Weapon) interrogates our current musical landscape.  Music occupies a curious place in modern life, somehow omnipresent and disposable at the same time. Computers have democratized song creation. There is more music being produced now than at any point in human history and streaming platforms are the ultimate distri...

Pod Crashing episode number 480 with Jill Wintersteen from The Spirit Daughter podcast… The Spirit Daughter Podcast explores the cosmic energy of each season through expert conversations and dives deep into celebrity birth charts to help you understand your own astrological design. Jill Wintersteen twice week brings you powerful conversations that align with current cosmic weather alongside intimate chart readings that reveal how the stars shape extraordinary lives. Every month brings a perfect mix. Through intimate chart reading with fascinating guests, you'll discover how these successful people work with their cosmic energy to create extraordinary lives. As Jill reads their charts, you...

It's not conceited or overconfident! If you don't believe in yourself, you cannot achieve anything. You'll spend your life trying to and or handing off the important stuff without ever realizing the true journey is in facing your true self in the bathroom mirror. Aint no selfie photo in that picture. That's you! You are the greatest person you will ever meet!

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Did you know that a famous ad campaign, Hall of Fame baseball career, common phase, and a classic rock song all have a little-known connection to Father’s Day? Uncle John’s Know It All Bathroom Reader  tells all!* In case you are not familiar, Uncle John’s Know It All Bathroom Reader is packed with laugh-out-loud trivia, weird facts, unforgettable stories, and addictive short reads that make it the ultimate gift book for anyone who loves random knowledge and humor. Brian “Uncle John” Boone has been a contributor to the book for more than two decades. Brian picked up a lot of fascinati...

I’m always asking questions.  The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as…   Where are the modern day rebels?  Not necessarily the rule breakers, those who take amazing chances and don’t stop at failure.  Where are they?  Plus…are plant based hotdogs like all other hotdogs and they’re bad for you?   I’m Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it’s my morning writing.  As a receiver of thoughts and...

I’m always asking questions.  The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as…   When families live under the same roof but the stories are completely different.  How?  Plus…If you were told you have six months to live, what would you want to do?   I’m Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it’s my morning writing.  As a receiver of thoughts and ideas, we as people tend to throw it...

Welcome back to the studio.  This is My Day of Play, where you’re taken into the real events and actions of how it happens long before the process of editing or cleaning up.  The original purpose of these episodes was to give my broadcasting students something to edit, to practice with and to call their own.  Then I realized that you are just as important.  Share the reality of how it really went.  We begin things with journalist Elizabeth Vargas host of the Vargas Report on News Nation. And we’ll wrap things up with another unforgettably brilliant...

I’m CT…  When I’m not busy being Arroe the podcaster, I live in the real world.  Everybody has to have a job.  Mine is C.S.  Customer Service.  Solutions, relationships while keeping my team motivated to keep a constant connection with each guest who’s chosen to stop their day to visit our location.  Episode 229 workplace cliques, words of wisdom from Texas and the U.S. has gone to war with Iran. 

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Who dreams of one day growing up to be a grumpy old person? Mental health leaders connect it to a fear of aging. How do you drop that horribly out of control ache in your presence? Nurturing your purpose and not letting the negatives take on the face of your image.

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New York Times bestselling author, Brittney Cooper, comes a heartwarming story of love and resilience that explores the powerful force of a mother-daughter bond. MAMA SAYS I’M FINE is a sweet story of family and maternal love, largely based on her own childhood, which showcases her famous feminist sensibility and messages of empowerment for young girls.   BRITTNEY COOPER is the New York Times bestselling author of several books, including her debut picture book Stand Up! 10 Mighty Women Who Made a Change, and the novels Feminist AF: A Guide to Crushing Girlhood and Eloquent Rage: A Black Woman Discovers Her Superpowers. A...

Kirk Fox’s Palmdale, two people who can’t stand the sight of each other are forced to team up, proving that the only thing more dangerous than a high-stakes crime scene is having to share a car with someone you want to strangle. This 284-page Meridia Books thriller turns the "buddy cop" dynamic on its head, swapping friendly banter for pure, unadulterated petty spite. As they navigate a web of mystery and detective work, the real suspense isn't whether they’ll catch the bad guy, but whether they’ll manage to solve the case before one of them "accidentally" leaves t...

TikTok says one thing. AI says another. So, who should you trust when it comes to treating a headache, fever, or other everyday health concerns? With health misinformation spreading faster than ever across social media, podcasts, and AI tools, millions of Americans are making decisions about everyday issues like fever and pain management based on inaccurate or misleading information. Experts from the American Pharmacists Association will help listeners cut through the noise with clear, evidence-based guidance on safely using over-the-counter medications, recognizing when self-care isn't enough, and knowing where to find trustworthy health information.

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Two huge subjects that only Alexa can dive into without churning her stomach:  Recycled movie theater popcorn and conserving toilet bowl water.  

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Colin Burgeson is a blues/rock guitarist, singer and songwriter from Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho. His music blends soulful blues, catchy rock n’ roll guitar riffs and soaring melodic leads to create a sound that can be both relaxed and slow, and upbeat and energetic. In his guitar and vocal work, you’ll hear a sound influenced by the likes of Stevie Ray Vaughan, Joe Bonamassa, Eric Clapton, Eric Johnson, Gary Moore, Kenny Wayne Shepherd and much more!

            Colin developed a love for music starting at a young age, primarily from watching his father, Eric Burgeson. Eric was a career mus...

I’m always asking questions.  The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as…   Why do retired men find peace in chopping down their front and backyard trees?  Plus…why does it feel like the United States is pissed off at the world?   I’m Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it’s my morning writing.  As a receiver of thoughts and ideas, we as people tend to throw it to the side...

Every day! We're bombarded by emails that shout out what we are doing wrong with our podcast promotions. I started asking to hear their podcast. Zero of them responded. How can we trust them? Dump your hard to attain bucks into their bucket and hope for the best? Let's nab a deeper look.

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We always associate to the moon and back to Jackie Gleason from The Honeymooners. Did he or didn't he say it? If not, where did it come from and what's been its total impact?

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When it’s extremely difficult to make up your mind.  Having the power of choice can actually weaken someone.  On this episode we’re going to put focus on the choice to forgive your past and is it enough?  Plus…if guys get to make the choice to grow a beard what do women get to do?  I’m Arroe.  Life is a series of choices.  Who decides when you’re not making it the right choice?  Is it the fear of going wrong?  The greatest lessons in life are often lost inside hidden away attemp...