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About Me

I’ve been a lifelong student—and critic—of television. Not only have I watched TV grow and change since childhood, but I’ve made it my mission to explore how classic television has shaped the lives, culture, and beliefs of generations. My fascination reaches further back than my own birthday, driven by the conviction that TV’s greatest insights often come from eras I never witnessed firsthand.

Alongside my non-fiction writing about television—such as Darkness in Primetime and The Electronic Mirror—I’m also the author of novels that explore themes beyond the world of TV. The Collaborator and The Car delve into questions of faith, mystery, and personal transformation in settings far removed from television’s influence.

Whether I’m examining the impact of classic TV or weaving stories set in entirely different worlds, my work seeks to uncover how narrative—on screen or in print—can reveal, challenge, and inspire us.

About This Blog

"When will I learn? The answers to life's problems aren't at the bottom of a bottle, they're on TV!"
—Homer Simpson

It's About TV! dives into the intersection of nostalgia and meaning. This blog is built on my opinions and experiences—sometimes surprising, occasionally controversial—and is dedicated to uncovering what television teaches us about ourselves and our history. Whether analyzing iconic moments or reviewing long-forgotten episodes, my goal is to spark memories, challenge assumptions, and entertain.

You’ll find explorations of major cultural turning points as seen through TV, from Mad Men reinterpreting the 60s to Dragnet illuminating generational struggles. Whether TV reflects life or changes it, here’s where we try to answer: what does our shared broadcast history really say about us?

If you’ve ever wondered how sitcoms fought the Cold War, or why Ed Sullivan helped introduce a counterculture he barely understood, you’re in the right place.

About My Books

Besides It's About TV!, I've written four books, including both novels and non-fiction.

My non-fiction work examines television’s impact on culture and society:

• Darkness in Primetime: A deep exploration of how classic television predicted many of the challenges we face in the modern world, revealing TV’s enduring power to reflect societal fears and hopes. Find out more about Darkness in Primetime here.
• The Electronic Mirror: A collection of essays exploring how television reflects and shapes cultural change from the 1950s to today.

In addition, I’m the author of two novels that explore different themes unrelated to television:

• The Collaborator: A novel set in the Vatican, exploring ambition, tradition, and transformation within the Catholic Church.
• The Car: A psychological mystery about obsession and identity.

Find detailed information on all my books and their purchase options on the Bookstore page.

I always enjoy hearing from readers—feel free to share your feedback or ask questions using the Contact Me page.