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May 18, 2020
The Eclectic Eccentric’s guide to binging through the Apocalypse- Hard-Boiled Detective Fiction
Sometimes you want a brilliant detective with complex mysteries, and sometimes you want a blue collar, grind-it-out, in-over-his-head, stubborn son-of-a-bitch with a revolver in his pocket a weakness for leggy dames. If youre in the mood for the latter, then todays list is for you.
The Maltese Falcon- A classic from one of the masters of the genre; Dashiell Hammett. Even if youve seen the movie adaptation you owe it to yourself to go back and read this novel. The Black Dahlia The first in...
May 17, 2020
The Eclectic Eccentric’s Guide to Binging Through the Apocalypse: Spy Movies
Oh what a tangled web we weave, when first we practice to deceive. And boy have I got some tangled webs for you. I love a good spy movie and Ive rounded up some of my favorite double, triple, even quadruple agents for you to enjoy. After all its not paranoia if theyre really out to get you.
No Way Out Gene Hackman and Kevin Costner play an amazing game of cat-and-mouse in this oft-overlooked thriller involving an affair, a murder, the Pentagon, and a soviet spy. Anything else and Ill be...May 16, 2020
The Eclectic Eccentric’s guide to binging through the Apocalypse- Celtic Punk
Sometimes you need to Irish up your coffee, and sometimes you need to Irish up your rock. This is one of those latter times. Find this playlist on Spotify here.
The Night Pat Murray Died- Fiddlers GreenChip- The Real McKenziesIm Shipping Up To Boston- Dropkick MurphysRebels of The Sacred Heart- Flogging MollyTura Lu- The BolloxCheer Up Love- (Worse Things Happen at Sea), Pt. 3- Smokey BastardDevils Dance Floor- Flogging MollyRose Tattoo- Dropkick MurphysWhiskey and Gin- The KilligansYesterday...May 15, 2020
The Eclectic Eccentric’s Guide to Binging Through the Apocalypse: Medical Drama Series.
During this pandemic, the safety and welfare of all the doctors and nurses out there trying to keep people alive is certainly on my mind as Im sure its on yours as well. But that doesnt mean we cant all get lost in the messy personal lives of some fictional hospital staffers. Here are some of the best medical dramas to lose yourself in.
House- Basically, Sherlock Holmes but hes a modern medical doctor. Not the most complicated of hooks, but it doesnt have to be. Hugh Lauries acting is more...May 14, 2020
The Eclectic Eccentric’s Guide to Binging Through the Apocalypse: Wonder Woman Arcs
Wonder Woman is one of those characters that often are better in theory than execution. A powerful woman warrior, who fights monsters and misogyny, is a great role model for women (and men) everywhere. But unfortunately, there are far less epic Wonder Woman stories than there should be because shes been subject to writers who didnt have a clear idea of what to do with her. But when some one gets the character right, they can really knock it out of the park. Here are ten great Wonder Woman...
May 13, 2020
The Eclectic Eccentric’s guide to binging through the Apocalypse- Hard Sci-Fi Novels
There are many subgenres of Science Fiction but for some hardcore nerds, they only want to read sci-fi that has been heavily researched and stays close to reality. Im a bit more expansive in my tastes but I do love and admire authors who take the time to really think the science part of science fiction through. So here are ten novels that do exactly that.
The Martian-One of the most thoroughly researched novels ever written. The story is simple yet compelling. But its the science that makes...May 12, 2020
The Eclectic Eccentric’s Guide to Binging Through the Apocalypse: Feel Good Films
It can be hard these days to keep your spirits up. But these proven to make you believe in humanity again films can help. Heres a list of some of my favorite feel-good movies.
My Big Fat Greek Wedding This movie was all anyone could talk about when it came out, but over the years I think its faded from the zeitgeist a little which is a shame because it is a brilliantly crafted film. True love, crazy in-laws, learning how to love yourself. This will definitely take your mind off your troubles....May 11, 2020
The Eclectic Eccentric’s guide to binging through the Apocalypse- Belt It
Being stuck in the house means we all have a lot of pent up energy. Heres a list full of songs that will have you singing along at the top of your lungs. Youre welcome. Find the list on Spotify here.
Fortunate Son- Creedence Clearwater RevivalBrown Eyed Girl- Van MorrisonWith A Little Help From My Friends- The BeatlesAll Right Now- FreeI Want You to Want Me- Cheap TrickCome Sail Away- StyxFleetwood MacAmerican Girl- Tom Petty and the HeartbreakersPiano Man- Billy JoelMr. Brightside- The...May 10, 2020
The Eclectic Eccentric’s Guide to Binging Through the Apocalypse: Supernatural Case-of-the-Week Series.
Todays list is combining two types of supernatural subgenres the case-of-the-week and the monster-of-the-week. The formats are pretty identical. The important thing is that the episodes primary plot is wrapped up by the end of the episode and there are supernatural elements involved. So get to binging you ghouls.
Supernatural Im not nearly as in love with this series as others. But its pretty good, gets better with each season, and if you need something to binge there are over three hundred...May 9, 2020
The Eclectic Eccentric’s Guide to Binging Through the Apocalypse: Indie Comics
While I do love mainstream comics, if you want the good stuff, the highly experimental and deeply personal stuff, indie comics are where its at. Here are some of my favorites Ive read over the years.
Maus- The first graphic novel to win a Pulitzer Prize. Artist Art Spiegelman tells the story of his father who survived the Holocaust. The work is profound and unique and as important a piece of literature as youll find on any library shelf. My Favorite Thing is Monsters- A young girl...
