The PSG staff can all agree that a great podcast can make a morning commute to the office a time to look forward too. These are a few of our favorites: Armchair Expert, the interview-style podcast hosted by celebrity Dax Shepard, is popular around the office. Some of our favorite episodes feature Kristen Bell, Ashton Kutcher and David Sedaris. Colleen combines her love [...]
Did you know that Shakespeare is the most adapted author in history? There are over 400 feature film adaptations of Shakespeare’s famous plays. They say that Shakespeare stands the test of time, and to save you some time from shuffling through every adaptation, here are a couple of my personal favorites. 10 Things I Hate About You This retelling of The Taming of [...]
A couple of years ago, I wrote a blog post about the popularity of period dramas on TV. Now that several TV seasons have passed since then, there’s a different crop of period pieces to fall in love with. If you’re looking for a new show to binge, check out one of these series. Victoria This popular British series chronicles the early reign of [...]
Summer might be coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean music festival season necessarily is. There are plenty of cities across the country hosting music festivals throughout the upcoming autumn months. Dana Point, California, is hosting their Ohana Festival in September on Doheny State Beach. Headliners of the festival will include Mumford & Sons, Eric Church and Beck. Ohana even donates a portion [...]
For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a love for stories of the supernatural. My favorite of these mythical creatures has always been vampires. The history of these undead humans spans centuries, and I enjoy seeing new interpretations of them. So that you too can fall in love with some modern Hollywood vampires, here is a list of movies and television [...]
A couple of summers ago, my friends and I decided to go to a free movie screening at a park in Boston. It was a night full of fun, warm weather and great ambience. Outdoor summer screenings can be a summer activity for everyone. They’re almost always cheap (if not free) and are often family inclusive. So if you’re also a Bostonian or [...]
With Boston’s role in the country’s path to independence, it’s not surprising that the city hosts one of the nation’s most beloved Fourth of July celebrations. Every year, the Boston Pops Orchestra takes center stage at the landmark Hatch Shell to usher in a fantastic fireworks display with live music under the conducting of Keith Lockhart. Lockhart has been conducting the Pops since [...]
There is a misconception that art, specifically performance and visual art, is too expensive to see. A couple of months ago, while backpacking in Austria, I attended the Vienna State Opera with a €4 ticket. This got me thinking about all the discounted art available around me. Most theaters provide some form of student or senior discount when provided with an ID. However, [...]
Now that another New England winter is finally behind me, I’ve been desperate to find more time to indulge in the sun. Sometimes it’s tough to actually enjoy summer weather with work, errands and other obligations keeping us indoors. That’s why I’ve crafted a list that—despite any busy schedule—will give you at least a few opportunities to squeeze in some quality time with [...]
When it comes to popular TV, book adaptations are in the spotlight. So if you’re a bookworm like me, there’s a chance one of your literary favorites is headed for the small screen. Be on the lookout for these adaptations of well-loved books! The Handmaid’s Tale Margaret Atwood’s bestselling novel was turned into an award-winning TV series last year. It did so well with [...]