Bringing in 2018 with Billy Joel

Bringing in 2018 with Billy Joel: 2018 will be a year of listening less to the noise and more to the soundtrack of my life…

The Posts I Didn’t Write in 2017

The Posts I Didn’t Write in 2017: This post finishes up some unfinished business regarding a TV show and a film I really liked in 2017...

GOP Tax Bill Is The End Of All Economic Sanity In Washington - Ash Notes

GOP Tax Bill Is The End Of All Economic Sanity In Washington - Ash Notes: This morning the United States Senate passed along party lines a permanent structural deficit increase under the guise of a tax cut to the middle class. The real sin in passing this bill is that most of the Senators voting for the bill have no idea what is in the bill they so hastily passed...

Thanksgiving Day – 2017

This will be my only post this week. Remember those who serve in our military as you enjoy this Thanksgiving… Thanksgiving Day – 2017

That Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Opening Scene

The parodies of the Guardians of the Galaxy opening sequence are worth looking at… That Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Opening Scene

Doctor Who Reveals the New Costume of the 13th Doctor

The new costume of the 13th Doctor Who might make it harder for Jodie Whittaker to succeed in her new role… Doctor Who Reveals the New Costume of the 13th Doctor

Veterans Day 2017

Veterans Day honors all veterans of all wars, whether living or dead… Veterans Day 2017

Happy Birthday U. S. Marine Corps 2017

For 242 years, the U.S. Marine Corps has answered the call when this nation had a wrong it needed made right… Happy Birthday U. S. Marine Corps 2017

Donna Brazile and the Latest Great Hillary Scandal

Did Hillary Clinton rig the 2016 Democratic primaries as President Trump
claims? Well, not so Fast... Ash Notes - Hungering for Facts – Driven to Find the Truth

The 2017 Veterans Day Meal Discounts

As they did last year, several national
restaurant chains will offer special Veterans Day meals to honor U.S. military
veterans for their service… The 2017 Veterans Day Meal Discounts

Ash Notes - Hungering for Facts – Driven to Find the Truth

Ash Notes - Hungering for Facts – Driven to Find the Truth: The Washington Post has put together a guide on the facts surrounding the infamous ‘dossier’ and the ‘uranium deal’ that is useful.

Two Horror Movies For Halloween

With Halloween coming up, I thought I’d list two adult horror movies that are worth watching… Two Horror Movies For Halloween

Ash Notes - Hungering for Facts – Driven to Find the Truth

Ash Notes - Hungering for Facts – Driven to Find the Truth: We're not a News Organization, but we're hungering for facts.

The Brain With David Eagleman

Watching The Brain with David Eagleman is time well spent...

 The Brain With David Eagleman

Happy Birthday to the U. S. Navy 2017

The most powerful Navy in the world celebrates its birthday today... Happy Birthday to the U. S. Navy 2017

Nassau in The Grand Bahamas – 1971

Nassau Photos from 1971…Nassau in The Grand Bahamas – 1971

Perry Mason and the Case of the Fiery Fingers

The Case of the Fiery Fingers is a Perry Mason episode worth re-watching…Perry Mason and the Case of the Fiery Fingers

The Orville is TV Worth Watching

How you feel about watching The Orville depends on how you feel about Seth MacFarlane…The Orville is TV Worth Watching

No Trump Didn’t Get An Award For Contributing to the Conditions of Inner City Black Youths - Ash Notes

No Trump Didn’t Get An Award For Contributing to the Conditions of Inner City Black Youths - Ash Notes: Sorry, Trump did not get an award for contributing to the conditions of inner city youth...

My Star Trek Most Rewatched List

If you’re going to rewatch Star Trek episodes, these are the episodes to watch… My Star Trek Most Rewatched List

That Time the Scorpion Stung the Republican Party

President Trump demonstrates that he has no loyalty to the Republican Party or Republicans… That Time the Scorpion Stung the Republican Party

Senate Report Rips Trump Administration’s “apparent doctrine of retreat” Abroad

Congress serves notice to the President that it will not allow the State Department to fail. Senate Report Rips Trump Administration’s “apparent doctrine of retreat” Abroad : Ash Notes - We're not a News Organization, but we're hungering for facts.

Margaret and Helen and Intelligent Life are Two Websites Worth Looking At

Margaret and Helen and Intelligent Life are two websites that scream “Pay attention to me” and we should… Margaret and Helen and Intelligent Life are Two Websites Worth Looking At

That Netflix Death Note Movie

Netflix’ Death Note Doesn’t Cut It… That Netflix Death Note Movie

Netflix’ The Defenders is Great Television

The Defenders is the series we didn’t know we needed, but are glad we got… Netflix’ The Defenders is Great Television

About That ‘Confederate Soldier is a U. S. Vet’ Meme

Did a 1958 law make Confederate soldiers U.S. Veterans? The answer is no! About That ‘Confederate Soldier is a U. S. Vet’ Meme

Tensions grow inside ACLU over defending free-speech rights for the far right - LA Times - Ash Notes

Now the ACLU is debating whether there are limits to what they will defend. The Los Angeles Times article is a good read. Tensions grow inside ACLU over defending free-speech rights for the far right - LA Times - Ash Notes:

The City of Baltimore Did the Right Thing in Removing the Confederate Statues | WSAsh. Com

The City of Baltimore Did the Right Thing in Removing the Confederate Statues | WSAsh. Com

Disney and Netflix to Part Ways in 2019 | WSAsh. Com

With Disney exercising its option to walk away, Netflix will be the loser... Disney and Netflix to Part Ways in 2019 | WSAsh. Com

Casting and Voice Director Andrea Romano Retires | WSAsh. Com

No one was better at giving characters humanity than Andrea Romano... Casting and Voice Director Andrea Romano Retires | WSAsh. Com

Trump’s Worst Week Was a Strong One for American Democracy - Ash Notes

Trump’s Worst Week Was a Strong One for American Democracy - Ash Notes: Charles Krauthammer is right - it was a bad week for Mr. Trump, but a good one for our institutions...

Star vs. The Forces of Evil | WSAsh. Com

Disney XD has taken a somewhat average cartoon and put it on my “must watch list…”Star vs. The Forces of Evil | WSAsh. Com

President Trump Got It Wrong About the New York Times “Foiling” Killing of ISIS Leader

President Trump Got It Wrong About the New York Times “Foiling” Killing of ISIS Leader: It is worrisome to me, as it should be to all Americans, how much “intelligence” and facts President Trump seems to get from Fox News. As a result, when they get it wrong, he gets it wrong, but not…

Ann Coulter Blames Delta Airlines for America’s Healthcare Woes

Ann Coulter Blames Delta Airlines for America’s Healthcare Woes: Ann Coulter uses Delta Airlines to make her a victim to her followers…

Sense8 Will Get the Finale It Deserves

Sense8 Will Get the Finale It Deserves: Netflix responds to the outcry about the cancellation of Sense8…

The Continuing Story of the Phantom

The Continuing Story of the Phantom: Before there was Superman or Batman or Captain America, there was Lee Falk’s “The Phantom…”

Winners and Losers from James Comey’s testimony to the Senate Intelligence Committee

Winners and Losers from James Comey’s testimony to the Senate Intelligence Committee: Mr. Trump did not fare well from James Comey’s testimony…

Netflix Has Cancelled Sense8, But It’s Okay

Netflix Has Cancelled Sense8, But It’s Okay: Netflix cancels Sense8, but we may not be missing much…

Memorial Day 2017

Memorial Day 2017: All gave some…Some gave all….Memorial Day 2017.

The Samurai Jack Season 5 Finale

The Samurai Jack Season 5 Finale: The Samurai Jack series finale was both heartwarming and heartbreaking…

The Graduates of Bethune-Cookman had the Right Idea about Betsy DeVos

The Graduates of Bethune-Cookman had the Right Idea about Betsy DeVos: Honoring people for their status as opposed to their actions is never right as Secretary DeVos found out…

With Netflix’ Sense8, It’s Complicated

With Netflix’ Sense8, It’s Complicated: Their gifts makes them a target for extermination, but it’s also the only thing keeping them alive…

What’s in the Trumpcare bill and how could it affect you?

What’s in the Trumpcare bill and how could it affect you?: Wondering what in the House Trumpcare bill? Here’s a couple of articles to help you…

The Music of Steven Universe is Coming to An Album Near You

The Music of Steven Universe is Coming to An Album Near You: The storytelling music of Steven Universe will be released as a digital album in June 2017…

The New Doctor Who Series is Worth Watching

The New Doctor Who Series is Worth Watching: The new Doctor Who series is worth taking a second look…

President Trump’s AP Interview

President Trump’s AP Interview: The April 21, 2017 Associated Press interview of President Trump tells us a great deal about the way the man thinks…

Informed Delivery from the Post Office

Informed Delivery from the Post Office: The Post Office now allows you to check the mail being delivered to your mailbox from your phone or your computer…

And Then There Was Captain Marvel

And Then There Was Captain Marvel: Even though it’s two years away, the Captain Marvel movie is worth getting excited about now…

The End of Star Wars Rebels

The End of Star Wars Rebels: The announced end of the Star Wars Rebels series provides an opportunity for closure and new characters…

Two Websites to Put on Your Reading List

Two Websites to Put on Your Reading List: The blogs of Bill Gates and Nate Bowling should be on your reading list…

In Search of the Trump Doctrine

In Search of the Trump Doctrine: Damaging the Syrian airfield has to be part of a bigger foreign policy overview toward the Syrian civil war…

The Illustrated Guide to Law by Nathan Burney

The Illustrated Guide to Law by Nathan Burney: Nathan Burney’s “Illustrated Guide of Law” teaches legal concepts to the general public in a delightful way…

With Andrew Pudzer’s Resignation, CFE Changes Direction

With Andrew Pudzer’s Resignation, CFE Changes Direction: With Andrew Puzder’s resignation from CKE Restaurants, Hardee’s and Carl’s Jr. marketing campaign has changed…

The Power Rangers Movie is Good Fun – A Movie Review

The Power Rangers Movie is Good Fun – A Movie Review: The Power Rangers aren’t teens in spandex; they’re heroes in armor…

A Life Lesson From a B.C. Comic Strip

A Life Lesson From a B.C. Comic Strip: Life lessons come from many sources including comic strips…

Fact-checking President Trump’s ‘Repeal and Replace’ Obamacare Claim

Fact-checking President Trump’s ‘Repeal and Replace’ Obamacare Claim: President Trump went before the American people and denied he ever pledged to immediately “repeal and replace” Obamacare…That wasn’t true…

The Perry Mason Novels Return to Print

The Perry Mason Novels Return to Print: The Perry Mason novels returning to print is something to celebrate…

Netflix’s Iron Fist Makes “The Defenders” Complete

Netflix’s Iron Fist Makes “The Defenders” Complete: Before we can get to The Defenders, we have to make it through Iron Fist…

Who Wins and Loses in Trump’s Proposed Budget – The New York Times

Who Wins and Loses in Trump’s Proposed Budget – The New York Times: Individuals lose…business wins… Source: Who Wins and Loses in Trump’s Proposed Budget – The New York Times

It Wasn’t As If You Weren’t Warned–The GOP Platform

It Wasn’t As If You Weren’t Warned–The GOP Platform: The 2016 GOP Platform is the roadmap for predicting heathcare, social security and medicare budget cuts.

The Return of Samurai Jack

The Return of Samurai Jack: Here’s to the welcome return of Samurai Jack…

Both Carson and Obama Are Wrong for Calling Slaves “Immigrants”

Both Carson and Obama Are Wrong for Calling Slaves “Immigrants”: “Immigrant” is not the term to use when referring to African slaves…

Perry Mason and the Case of the Treacherous Toupee

Perry Mason and the Case of the Treacherous Toupee: Perry Mason’s Case of the Treacherous Toupee is the episode I thought they wouldn’t put on TV…

Tapping Trump? | Just Security

President Donald Trump has kicked off a media firestorm with a series of early-morning Tweets, accusing former President Obama of personally authorizing a “wiretap” of Trump Tower during the campaign... Tapping Trump? | Just Security: Hungering for Facts – Driven to Find the Truth

Here’s what’s actually happening in that photo of Schumer and Putin

Here’s what’s actually happening in that photo of Schumer and Putin: President Trump tweeted on Friday a photo of Sen. Chuck Schumer enjoying a doughnut with Russian President Vladimir Putin, saying there should be an investigation into Schumer’s ties with Rus…

The White House Web Sites

The White House Web Sites: A visual history of the White House web sites…

Snow Lotus Flower (Lucid Dream) is Superb Drama

Snow Lotus Flower (Lucid Dream) is Superb Drama: Snow Lotus Flower (Lucid Dream) on Netflix is good South Korean TV Drama…

Revisiting The Hollywood of the South

Revisiting The Hollywood of the South: Revisiting Covington, Georgia – the Hollywood of the South…

Revisiting The Hollywood of the South

Revisiting The Hollywood of the South: Revisiting Covington, Georgia – the Hollywood of the South…

No, Obama isn’t planning a coup against President Trump

No, Obama isn’t planning a coup against President Trump: The fake news headline has been making the rounds on Facebook. ABCNews Article: No, Obama isn’t planning a coup against President Trump

The Birth of the Greatest Peanuts Gag Ever

The Birth of the Greatest Peanuts Gag Ever: The Charlie Brown/ Lucy Van Pelt relationship remains at the center of one of the best comic gags ever written…

Fact-checking Donald Trump’s Feb. 16 press conference | PolitiFact

Fact-checking Donald Trump’s Feb. 16 press conference | PolitiFact: Perhaps the President should fact-check his statements before a press conference rather than afterwards. Source: Fact-checking Donald Trump’s Feb. 16 press conference | PolitiFact

No, Trump’s victory was not the biggest Electoral College win since Reagan

No, Trump’s victory was not the biggest Electoral College win since Reagan: The president keeps mentioning the size of his Electoral College win last November and he is always wrong — he also misstates the number of electoral votes he won…

The Beauty Inside–A Perfect Movie for a Sunday Afternoon

The Beauty Inside–A Perfect Movie for a Sunday Afternoon: The Beauty Inside is a film that asks: What is love, where does it begin and will you know it when you see?

Netflix’s The Seven Deadly Sins is Worth Watching

Netflix’s The Seven Deadly Sins is Worth Watching: Hiding in your Netflix queue is a 24-part anime saga called The Seven Deadly Sins.

The travel moratorium: A hopeless disaster – The Washington Post

The travel moratorium: A hopeless disaster – The Washington Post: It’s not often that I agree with Charles Krauthammer, but he’s right. The rollout of the Trump Muslim travel ban caused enormous disruption without making us any safer. – From the Washington Post

Steven Universe in Space–A Review

Steven Universe in Space–A Review: The Steven Universe in Space arc helped us learn a great about the Gems, the Diamonds and Steven...

Unreported terror attacks? Here are nearly 200 articles from USA TODAY covering White House’s list

Unreported terror attacks? Here are nearly 200 articles from USA TODAY covering White House’s list: From USA Today comes 200 articles covering the 78 terror event the President said weren't covered.

Anheuser-Busch Got It Right With Their Super Bowl Commercial

Anheuser-Busch Got It Right With Their Super Bowl Commercial: Anheuser-Busch Budweiser got it right with their Super Bowl commercial...

Budweiser Immigration Super Bowl Ad Prompts Calls For Boycott | Fortune.com

Budweiser Immigration Super Bowl Ad Prompts Calls For Boycott | Fortune.com: From Fortune Magazine – People want to boycott Budweiser over its Super Bowl immigration ad.

In Trump’s Washington, Nothing Feels Stable – WSJ

“The President and his advisers are confusing boldness with aggression.” In Trump’s Washington, Nothing Feels Stable – WSJ

GOP mulls ‘repairing’ Obamacare law it vowed to repeal

GOP mulls ‘repairing’ Obamacare law it vowed to repeal: Not a News Organization, but Hungering for Facts

Peter Capaldi to Leave Doctor Who

Peter Capaldi to Leave Doctor Who: Peter Capaldi leaving Doctor Who is not a loss...

Looking For a Source of Unbiased News? This Chart Might Help

Looking For a Source of Unbiased News? This Chart Might Help: A chart showing unbiased news sites is worth its weight in gold...

Barbara Hale was the Perfect Della Street

Barbara Hale was the Perfect Della Street: Barbara Hale as Della Street made Perry Mason 'Must See' TV...

Senator McCaskill Got It Wrong on Obamacare Repeal

Senator McCaskill misses the mark on the tax impact of the Obamacare Repeal... Senator McCaskill Got It Wrong on Obamacare Repeal: - WSAsh.org

A Solution to Pay for a Border Wall

A Solution to Pay for a Border Wall: Here's a possible way to pay for that Border Wall since Mexico won't....

Crowd Controversy: The Making of an Inauguration Photo

Crowd Controversy: The Making of an Inauguration Photo: From Reuters comes the story of the photos that have certainly captured the attention of President Trump.

About Those Fake News Sites

About Those Fake News Sites: Be aware of those fake news sites...