A great video two-fer in which the Everlys show themselves to be almost completely devoid of sex appeal, even for 1962 or whatever. I mean sure, I'd do 'em, but I'm easy.
If you like I'll burn you a disc of these two and some other Everlys chestnuts. Wait--the RIAA isn't part of the Beyond, are they...?
This week: Think of a familiar two-word phrase, five letters in each word. The second word starts with P. The phrase names something that is nice to have after dinner. Change the P to an S, and you'll get another familiar phrase that names something that's nice to have before you start a job. What phrases are these?
Last week: This puzzle comes from Scott Kim, the puzzle maker for Discover Magazine. He has a 2010 page-a-day calendar just out called "Mind Benders and Brainteasers." Here's one of the puzzles in it: Name five two-digit numbers that are evenly spaced out — like 32, 34, 36, 38 and 40 — in which all 10 digits from 0 to 9 are used once each. What numbers are these?
Highlight for answer: There are four possible solutions: 18, 36, 54, 72, 90; or 54, 63, 72, 81, 90; or 50, 61, 72, 83, 94; or 10, 32, 54, 76, 98. As long as the first digit keeps moving up or down at a steady pace, and so does the last digit, you're good.
Two weeks ago: From Will Shortz's old pal Merl Reagle, whose Sunday crosswords appear in the Washington Post, Los Angeles Times and many other newspapers: Take the letters in PLEASANTLY, plus the letter I. Rearrange these 11 letters to name a well-known place. What is it?
Highlight for answer: Naples, Italy
Three weeks ago: Think of three six-letter words starting with B, G and F. The last five letters of the words are the same and in the same order, yet none of the words rhymes with any of the others. What words are these?
A friend of mine produced this hilarious look at a sad era in American history. After lighting up Broadway, it's now playing at HBO On Demand, coming soon to DVD.
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A great video two-fer in which the Everlys show themselves to be almost completely devoid of sex appeal, even for 1962 or whatever. I mean sure, I'd do 'em, but I'm easy.
If you like I'll burn you a disc of these two and some other Everlys chestnuts. Wait--the RIAA isn't part of the Beyond, are they...?
JLB
The look may be stilted by today's standards, but it's nostalgic and charming.
Also, without the distraction of quick camera cuts and flashy effects, it's easier to appreciate the beauty and purity of the performance.
Compare to many music videos of recent years: all sizzle, no steak.
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