Bob Shell: Nova Nonsense

Text by Bob Shell, Copyright 2025 . Nova Nonsense . I was excited when I saw the announcement that the PBS science series NOVA was going to devote a program to UFOs. There have been several very good recent programs on NEWSNATION, so I had high hopes for PBS taking the subject seriously for a… Continue reading Bob Shell: Nova Nonsense

Behind The Scenes: Racquel Ward’s Baby Shower in LA

Text and Photography by Tony Ward, Copyright 2025 . Behind The Scenes in LA . Racquel Ward, was invited to have a baby shower in LA and invited me and several other family members to enjoy the occasion. She booked us a fabulous place on AirBnb located at 336 Main Street in Venice.  We checked… Continue reading Behind The Scenes: Racquel Ward’s Baby Shower in LA

Skateboarding: From Sidewalks to Skate Parks

From Sidewalks to Skate Parks . The History of Skateboarding and Its Evolution in Venice Beach .   Skateboarding, a sport born from surfing’s spirit of rebellion and freedom, has traveled a remarkable journey from its humble beginnings in the 1950s to the cultural phenomenon we know today. Few places are as central to this… Continue reading Skateboarding: From Sidewalks to Skate Parks

Bob Shell: Ancient Aliens?

Text by Bob Shell, Copyright 2024 . Ancient Aliens? . Yes, I admit it, I watch the History Channel’s ‘Ancient Aliens’ programs. Why? Because, even though they are about 60% horse hockey, they do slip in some interesting accurate facts. But I strongly disagree with their basic premise, which is our ancient ancestors were too… Continue reading Bob Shell: Ancient Aliens?

Bob Shell: UFO Nonsense

Text by Bob Shell, Copyright 2024 . UFO Nonsense . On Friday night, August 23, 2024 News Nation aired a one-hour special program about Lue Elizondo and repeated the program Sunday night. Elizondo is a former US intelligence officer who headed a top secret government program to study UAP, Unidentified Aerial Phenomena or Unidentified Anomalous… Continue reading Bob Shell: UFO Nonsense