Me, being a sort of specialist on one specific author and one specific set of books! Do listen, crime fiction and noir fans!

Tipping My Fedora@tippingmyfedora.bsky.social · 12h ago

There are a whopping 55 novels in Ed McBain's 87th Precinct mystery series! So where should newbies start? I get some expert advice on jumping on points from Paul Abbott @pablovich.bsky.social. Apple buff.ly/wDl4xnB Podbean buff.ly/wk2LnPK Spotify buff.ly/34bRrLu YouTube shorturl.at/Cj5rC

There are a whopping 55 novels in Ed McBain's 87th Precinct mystery series! So where should newbies start? I get some expert advice on jumping on points from Paul Abbott @pablovich.bsky.social. Apple buff.ly/wDl4xnB Podbean buff.ly/wk2LnPK Spotify buff.ly/34bRrLu YouTube shorturl.at/Cj5rC

One of the Core Questions for McBain fans. Who did it best on screen?

Tipping My Fedora@tippingmyfedora.bsky.social · 3d ago

Who do you think was the screen's best Steve Carela from the 87th Precinct series - Burt Reynolds, Donald Sutherland, the two Roberts, Lansing or Loggia? @pablovich.bsky.social and I survey the field. Apple buff.ly/wDl4xnB Podbean buff.ly/wk2LnPK Spotify buff.ly/34bRrLu YouTube shorturl.at/Cj5rC

Who do you think was the screen's best Steve Carela from the 87th Precinct series - Burt Reynolds, Donald Sutherland, the two Roberts, Lansing or Loggia? @pablovich.bsky.social and I survey the field. Apple buff.ly/wDl4xnB Podbean buff.ly/wk2LnPK Spotify buff.ly/34bRrLu YouTube shorturl.at/Cj5rC

The Deaf Man, the 87th Precinct's Moriarty-style archnemesis, appeared in a total of 6 books over 5 decades. @pablovich.bsky.social and I explore their highs & lows and Yul Brynner's portrayal in FUZZ. Apple buff.ly/wDl4xnB Podbean buff.ly/wk2LnPK Spotify buff.ly/34bRrLu YouTube shorturl.at/Cj5rC

Stanley Kubrick + #filmnoir + #boxing = Killer's Kiss (1955). In my new book, Kubrick scholar Prof. Rodney Hill discusses the themes that he sees in this early work from the director that we would go on to find in his later work. #booksky #moviesky #filmsky

It's the 70th birthday of the 87th Precinct series by Ed McBain. How many have you read? Paul Abbott, co-host of Hark! The 87th Precinct Podcast (hark87podcast.blogspot.com) joins me to celebrate. I reviewed & ranked all the books at my Fedora blog: bloodymurder.wordpress.com/ed-mcbain-87...

Don’t forget to check out RECRYPTED this week with guest @profsaabbott.bsky.social - with TALES FROM THE CRYPT episodes starring Lance Henriksen, Kevin Tighe & D.W Moffett. pod.fo/e/478861

Would you like to hear our Paul talking about all things Film Noir and Ed McBain/87th Precinct? You would? Great! Well this new episode of Tipping My Fedora is the place to go.

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Paul Abbott @pablovich.bsky.social, co-host of Hark! The 87th Precinct Podcast, joins me for an overview of the many books in the Ed McBain cop series, as well as some of their film and TV versions too. Apple buff.ly/wDl4xnB Podbean buff.ly/wk2LnPK Spotify buff.ly/34bRrLu YouTube shorturl.at/Cj5rC

Me, going on about the author and his series of crime books that I’ve dedicated so much of the last few years. A lovely opportunity to revel in it!

Tipping My Fedora@tippingmyfedora.bsky.social · last wk.

Paul Abbott @pablovich.bsky.social, co-host of Hark! The 87th Precinct Podcast, joins me for an overview of the many books in the Ed McBain cop series, as well as some of their film and TV versions too. Apple buff.ly/wDl4xnB Podbean buff.ly/wk2LnPK Spotify buff.ly/34bRrLu YouTube shorturl.at/Cj5rC

What a privilege to get to sit and chat to @tippingmyfedora.bsky.social about all things McBain and the 87th Precinct!

Tipping My Fedora@tippingmyfedora.bsky.social · last wk.

Paul Abbott @pablovich.bsky.social, co-host of Hark! The 87th Precinct Podcast, joins me for an overview of the many books in the Ed McBain cop series, as well as some of their film and TV versions too. Apple buff.ly/wDl4xnB Podbean buff.ly/wk2LnPK Spotify buff.ly/34bRrLu YouTube shorturl.at/Cj5rC

Paul Abbott @pablovich.bsky.social, co-host of Hark! The 87th Precinct Podcast, joins me for an overview of the many books in the Ed McBain cop series, as well as some of their film and TV versions too. Apple buff.ly/wDl4xnB Podbean buff.ly/wk2LnPK Spotify buff.ly/34bRrLu YouTube shorturl.at/Cj5rC

I wrote a little primer on East German cinema for the BFI – ten great films produced by DEFA between 1946 and 1989. Half of them are available on UK Blu-ray (so far, anyway).

10 great East German films

Between the end of World War II and the fall of the Berlin Wall, the weird and wonderful film production line in communist East Germany included sci-fi, westerns, film noir and some uniquely disturbin...

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Are Hollywood satires like Last Action Hero, Hudson Hawk and Kiss Kiss Bang Bang too close to the mark for popular success? @davidhughesbluey.bsky.social joins me to mull things over and laugh a lot! Apple buff.ly/wDl4xnB Podbean buff.ly/wk2LnPK Spotify buff.ly/34bRrLu YouTube shorturl.at/Cj5rC

Look what was waiting in the post - the new book by @mrstevehunt.bsky.social, inscribed to me by the man himself. Covering 16 films, from Hithcock's THE RING and Curtiz' KID GALAHAD to RAGING BULL, MILLION DOLLAR BABY and of course the ROCKY saga, all proceeds go to: www.rickyhattonfoundation.com

A big thank you to @davidhughesbluey.bsky.social of @plumeriapics.bsky.social for sourcing a copy for me of their long OOP Blu-ray of the marvellous SNEAKERS, one of favourite caper movies. I can finally retire my extras-free German edition! Time for some "seetec astronomy" 😁 plumeriapics.co.uk

Before The Da Vinci Code, the great Leonardo provided the McGuffin for the breezy 1991 comic caper, Hudson Hawk. Join me & author / publisher @davidhughesbluey.bsky.social as we unlock its secrets. Apple buff.ly/wDl4xnB Podbean buff.ly/wk2LnPK Spotify buff.ly/34bRrLu YouTube shorturl.at/Cj5rC

The 4th film featured in my new book is The Set-Up (1949). It's been selected by many of my podcast guests as their favourite #boxing movie. Martin Scorsese is also a huge fan. Possibly the ultimate boxing #filmnoir.

Do you ❤️ caper movies? Does Hudson Hawk rank against such classics as Charade, Gambit, The Italian Job, Sneakers, The Sting, Thomas Crown Affair et al? @davidhughesbluey.bsky.social helps me find out! Apple buff.ly/wDl4xnB Podbean buff.ly/wk2LnPK Spotify buff.ly/34bRrLu YouTube shorturl.at/Cj5rC

It's 35 years later - surely time to reappraise the offbeat Bruce Willis caper comedy, Hudson Hawk? David Hughes @plumeriapics.bsky.social is leading the charge and joins me for a cappuccino & a chat. Apple buff.ly/wDl4xnB Podbean buff.ly/wk2LnPK Spotify buff.ly/34bRrLu YouTube shorturl.at/Cj5rC

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52. HUDSON HAWK (1991), with David Hughes

It’s 35 years since the original cinema release of Hudson Hawk, the delightfully eccentric caper action comedy. I’m mad about the movie and David Hughes has now written a great book abo…

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David Hughes dropped in at Fedora (from a great height but into a very comfy chair) to spill the beans about his new book on a crazy cult classic: "The Unmaking of Hudson Hawk" plumeriapics.co.uk Apple buff.ly/wDl4xnB Podbean buff.ly/wk2LnPK Spotify buff.ly/34bRrLu YouTube shorturl.at/Cj5rC

Nick Cardillo and I reach the end of our celebration of movie Sherlocks with interpretations featuring Robert Downey Jr and Ian McKellen. We are in total agreement on the merits of one of these ... Apple buff.ly/wDl4xnB Podbean buff.ly/wk2LnPK Spotify buff.ly/34bRrLu YouTube shorturl.at/Cj5rC

Keep an eye out for these quad size posters around Weston-super-Mare; particularly at the Plaza Cinema where #FilmNoirFest will be taking place. #FilmNoir #NeoNoir Festival passes still available here: ti.to/film-noir-uk...

So this is the list of top 10 Sherlock Holmes movies that Nick Cardillo discussed with me on the podcast. But what are your favourites? Please let us know. Apple buff.ly/wDl4xnB Podbean buff.ly/wk2LnPK Spotify buff.ly/34bRrLu YouTube shorturl.at/Cj5rC #SherlockHolmes

As part of #FilmNoirFest 2026 (this November) our Hertitage #FilmNoir event will have @neilkbrand.bsky.social playing live to #SilentFilm The Racket (1928). We have the new restoration thanks to @flicker-alley.bsky.social! Festival passes still available here: ti.to/film-noir-uk...

Disney's THE GREAT MOUSE DETECTIVE (1986) is a delightful Sherlock Holmes pastiche, featuring music & songs by Henry Mancini and even a brief voice cameo by Basil Rathbone. Apple buff.ly/wDl4xnB Podbean buff.ly/wk2LnPK Spotify buff.ly/34bRrLu YouTube shorturl.at/Cj5rC

My new book is out today! Cover design by @mwkronenberg.bsky.social Available on Amazon or direct from me. All proceeds go to The Ricky Hatton Foundation. #boxing #booksky amzn.eu/d/0gVLDQDk

Knockout Movies!: A History of Cinematic Boxing

Buy Knockout Movies!: A History of Cinematic Boxing by Hunt, Mr Steve (ISBN: 9788184400052) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

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Absolutely chuffed to be included among the fine team of interviewees featured in the new book by @mrstevehunt.bsky.social, Knockout Movies! A History of Cinematic Boxing. Copies can be bought from: amzn.eu/d/0gVLDQDk All proceeds in aid of the Ricky Hatton Foundation: rickyhattonfoundation.com/

MURDER BY DECREE (1979) pits Holmes & Watson against Jack the Ripper for what Nick Cardillo thinks is a perfect case for the Watergate generation. But is it the best film ever about the Baker Street duo? Apple buff.ly/wDl4xnB Podbean buff.ly/wk2LnPK Spotify buff.ly/34bRrLu YouTube shorturl.at/Cj5rC