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Shimbo’s Top Ten Films of 2019

2019 was a year filled with eclectic offerings in theaters; Shimbo provides a list of his top films with more than a couple surprises 2019 was an interesting year for film. While far from one of the best years, many of the best offerings were overshadowed by the culmination of Marvel Studios’ “Infinity Saga” and the closing of the Star… Read more →

The Art in La Muse Cafe Makes You Feel Like You’re Stepping Into Alice In Wonderland

Tucked away inside of an EPIC building is a hidden gem called La Muse Cafe. Littered with canvasses painted in glitter stands images of luxe pearl necklaces and Chanel No5 perfume juxtaposed with cans of garbage and splatters of who-knows-what in a surprising Pollock-like mash up of what is known as Miami art. There was a lovely choice of menu… Read more →

Miami Art, Graffiti Chic

Get past the terrible traffic in South Florida and you’ll see a world of wonder on the walls of “The Capital of Latin America”, aka Miami. Buildings lining the highways are decorated with bright colors and fun fruit from artists like Britto and ATOMIK – the playful and carefree images invite visitors to the closest thing America has to offer… Read more →

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‘Joker’ Features no Heroes, Only Victims

Joaquin Phoenix gives a masterful performance in a film that often struggles to live up to it while still managing to create a world worthy of a Batman. While I have no real desire to discuss Joker, director Todd Phillips’ take on the DC Comics supervillain, as an exercise into how virtue signaling can sometimes be a square peg forced… Read more →

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This Vape Epidemic Is Exactly Why I Don’t Use CBD

I believe in the health benefits of cannabinoids but don’t use them. As a former CNN White House Producer and journalist at CNN I know how to do my research – and I know a lot about policy. When I left CNN, I started reporting on the budding (excuse the pun) marijuana and hemp industry. I was fascinated that back… Read more →