Many of you are off work for the holiday, and if you are looking for film, music, tv, podcast recommendations for the end of the holiday and year… here you go!! 
HOLIDAY FILM – If you want something to watch as Christmas winds down, I love “A Very Murray Christmas” on Netflix. It’s a fun NYC romp that is delightful, entertaining, and lighthearted. It’s extra special if you’ve watched “Always at The Carlyle” documentary on Amazon Prime about the famous hotel where the Murray Christmas is filmed. 
DOCUMENTARY– Having difficulty finding something to be grateful for this holiday season? “American Symphony” on Netflix shows that everyone’s life can be a roller coaster at times, including the brightest stars among us. Life can deliver the highest highs and lowest lows in the same moments. So much of the dynamics reminded me of when my Dad was sick at home. If you have your health, there is much to be grateful for! 
MUSIC – Local Dayton band Crabswithoutlegs had a banner year, winning Dayton Battle of the Bands, not just as a Dayton band, but also a JAZZ band. They were so compelling as a modern, fresh jazz band, they beat all the rock bands! Watch their BOTB finale video here:
PS – If you love them and want to support Culture Works – then come see them at the one-and-only Arcade NYE Countdown fundraiser! 
TV SHOW – The Bear on Hulu – If you missed this one, definitely check out this show this winter. It came out of nowhere initially, and this year’s Season 2 was a thoughtful follow-up. The episode “Fishes” is a holiday episode for the history books. For my hard-working Midwestern friends, there is so much to relate to! 
MUSIC DOCUMENTARY – Taylor Swift Eras Tour concert film – currently available to rent on streaming apps, including Amazon Prime, Apple TV, YouTube. I was not into Taylor until a friend took me to the concert film, and I was hooked. I loved the variety and depth of her music, the dancing, showwomanship, and the unbeliveable production. This film will make you a fan – prepare yourself!PODCAST / INTERVIEW – I love podcasts – and ending the year listening to the “How to be Happy” Arthur C. Brooks interview on the Tim Ferriss show was a great mental reset before the start of a fresh new year!
(also found in podcast form streaming everywhere)
