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Joe Allen is a freelance culture writer based in upstate New York. His work has been published in The Washington Post, The Charleston Post & Courier, and Paste Magazine.

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How to smoke a cigar: Our ultimate guide

Do you want to learn how to smoke a cigar without looking like a newb? In this guide, we'll teach you how to puff like a seasoned pro.
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The 11 Robert Redford movies every fan should watch

Robert Redford has proven time and time again that he's one of the greats in the movie industry. Let's go down memory lane and look back at his movies.
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Star Wars drinking game rules you can use for all the movies

If you want to elevate your Star Wars watching experience, just grab a drink and follow along. We've put together a drinking game to play while you stream.
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The 11 best Amazon original movies you can stream anytime

These movies are among the best that Amazon has ever produced.
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The 10 best action movies on Amazon Prime that will blow you away

These movies prove that Amazon has plenty of great action for any gan of the genre.
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The 16 best war movies of all time, ranked

The best war movies teach us a great deal about both the beauty and horror that humanity is capable of perpetrating.
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3 golf simulators that won’t break the bank (and one that definitely will)

Improving your game with a golf simulator can often be much more convenient than hitting the links.
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The 14 best Netflix original movies for you to watch right now

Netflix has become one of the world's dominant streaming services and has created plenty of great original movies in the process, but which ones are the best?
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These are the best shows you can watch on Hulu now

Looking for a new show to watch? We've narrowed down the best options on Hulu, all of which are well reviewed and easy to binge.
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Sling TV just added these 6 new channels to its Freestream service

Sling TV just keeps adding free channels to its new streaming service, and these six new channels feature plenty of great options for audiences.
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Too many clubs in your bag? Ditch these 3 golf clubs right now

Choosing the right club is one of golf's great challenges, but our guide can help you understand which clubs you'll never need.
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The best movies on Amazon Prime to stream right now

Amazon Prime has some of the best movies to stream online right now, but finding them can be a real pain. We've rounded up some top picks right here.
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The best shows on Netflix to stream right now

You don't need to waste time browsing for the perfect title — we've found the very best shows on Netflix to binge this month.
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The best shows on Amazon Prime to binge this week

Dive into the best shows on Amazon Prime right now with these great shows that are available to stream on the platform.
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The 25 best Netflix movies to stream right now

From Netflix originals to acclaimed older films, we've got you covered with an up to date list of the best movies to watch on Netflix this month.
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How many different devices can watch Disney Plus at the same time?

Disney Plus is a great streaming service for the whole family. Here's how many people can watch it at once and other additional information.
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Sling TV just added 16 new channels to its freestream service — here they are

Did you know you can stream live TV for free? You can with Sling TV, which just added 16 new channels to its freestream service

The best Matt Damon movies, ranked

Matt Damon is one of the country's great movie stars, and these are his best movies.
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The 13 best Keanu Reeves movies, ranked

From Neo in The Matrix: Resurrections to an underdog football quarterback, Reeves' filmography deserves a dissertation. Until then, we ranked his best films.
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Netflix’s password sharing crackdown has created a ‘cancel reaction’

The Netflix password sharing crackdown is coming to the US soon, and it's caused a 'cancel reaction' in other countries.
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The 10 best movies to fall asleep to

Nothing wrong with going back to a familiar world built within a movie you love to send you to sleep full of dreams.
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The 7 best golf documentaries to watch this year

Golf is full of amazing stories and after careful curation, we'd like to share the golf documentaries that tell these stories best.
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Every Star Wars movie, ranked from worst to best

The "Star Wars" movies run the gamut from excellent to terrible, and we've ranked them all here.
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The 10 best Kung Fu movies you can watch online, ranked

Dating all the way back to the 1920s, Kung Fu films have been a crucial genre in Hollywood history.
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The 10 best Ben Affleck movies, ranked

In our list of the best Ben Affleck movies, this versatile actor shows off his unique combination of smarm and charm.
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These are the best shows on Apple TV to binge tonight

Apple TV+ may not be the most essential streaming service, but that doesn't mean it lacks great shows to watch.
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What does CBD oil feel like? These are the basics

What does CBD oil feel like? Like all legal drugs, the decision to take CBD is up to you, but this guide may prove helpful as you weigh your options.
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Reading this $10 book can save you thousands on golf lessons

Golf lessons are expensive, but this affordable book can actually save you thousands, and it's only about $10.

The 10 best Jim Carrey movies, ranked

One of the most recognizable names in comedy, Jim Carrey has made a name for himself with some of the best movies of the past few decades.
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The 12 best shows on Starz to watch right now

Over the years, Starz has taken bets on some highly ambitious series, and some of those bets have led to truly great TV shows.

The 10 best comedy movies on Netflix

To keep your spirits up and your funny bone fine-tuned, we've handpicked the 10 best comedy movies to stream on Netflix right now.
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The best Hulu original shows to watch now

Hulu's got plenty of great original shows that complement its deep streaming library.
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The 10 best Robert De Niro movies to stream right now

Robert De Niro has been one of our best actors for 50 years, and he's delivered dozens of great performances in that time.
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How to watch ESPN Plus: Stream on your PC, TV & more

Here's a detailed description on how to watch ESPN Plus on your PC, TV and more.
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Ranked: The best Will Ferrell movies

This list of the best Will Ferrell movies proves that the comedian is one of the funniest men alive.
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The 12 undisputed best comedy movies of all time

Comedy is the most controversial genre in film, but this list of the best comedy movies ever made shouldn't cause any arguments.
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Sate your wanderlust with the best travel documentaries and shows on Netflix

You may not be able to travel for one reason or another, but thankfully, you can travel virtually by watching the best Netflix travel shows and documentaries.
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Every ‘Creed’ and ‘Rocky’ movie, ranked

The "Creed" and "Rocky" franchises have produced some truly great movies, and a couple that don't quite measure up. We've ranked them here.
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The 10 best Adam Sandler movies (they’re not all comedies)

A comedy legend, Sandler forever inhabits a place in the hearts of the ones who grew up with his movies.
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Ranked: The best Leonardo DiCaprio movies

Leonard DiCaprio has come a long way since being a teenage heartthrob. These are the 10 best movies he's done to prove his worth as an actor.
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The best anime series on Netflix to watch right now

Netflix has a surprisingly impressive collection of anime if you know where to look. Dive into some of the best anime series available this year.
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Ranked: The best Disney movies of all time (for kids of all ages)

These are the 14 best Disney movies, as chosen by one incredibly nostalgic '90s kid.

The 15 best sci-fi movies on Netflix in 2023

There are plenty of great sci-fi movies on Netflix to choose from. Here are our best picks for this year.
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Watch how one MLB rule change led to a 20-second at-bat, strikeout

A simple change is making at-bats in MLB baseball much shorter than they used to be.
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The 18 best true-crime documentaries on Netflix right now

If you're like the rest of the country, you're probably obsessed with true crime right now. Here are the best documentaries on Netflix to get your fix.
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The 10 best Jake Gyllenhaal movies, ranked

Jake Gyllenhaal has been one of the best actors working in Hollywood for more than 20 years now. Here are some of our favorite films in his catalog.
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The 12 best thriller movies that stand the test of time

The best thriller movies stand the test of time because of the ways they continue to define the genre.
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Ranked: The best Jack Nicholson movies ever made

Jack Nicholson is one of the greatest actors of his or any other generation. We've taken on the impossible task of ranking his best movies.
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MLB just made a hilarious change for the 2023 season

MLB has launched a number of new rules for 2023, and among them is a major increase in base size.
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Apple TV’s ‘Extrapolations’ has an insane cast (and an insane trailer)

Apple TV's Extrapolations features an all-star cast, and that's not the only reason you should watch.