About Joe Lyons

Joe Lyons, aka SweetMonkeyCreek, likes to write funny things from his compound in Pittsburgh, PA. When he's not writing stories, plays, or founding secret societies, Joe works tirelessly on his weather machine, which he promises is not for world domination...even though there is an alarming amount of evidence indicating that it is.

‘Arrested Development’ Is Back! Here Are The Show’s 10 Best Minor Characters


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At last, the day is nearly here. The day I’ve been waiting for since the tragic events of 2006 broke my heart and ruined the television landscape for us all. This Sunday, May 26th, our long, national nightmare is over. ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT IS BACK!  Please let this play as you read to enhance your Internet-based enjoyment. [...]

Detroit’s ‘Robocop’ Statue Nears Completion – What Movie Monument Belongs in Your City?


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Robocop, the 1987 Paul Verhoeven film starring Peter Weller, is probably one of my favorite movies of ALL TIME.  As a child of the 80′s, it was one of those movies where I wore out several VHS tapes watching it for the blood and ‘splosions.  Later on in life, I’ve purchased 3 separate digital editions [...]

NBC’s ‘Community’ Might Be Kaput – Let’s Grieve Together And Review The Show’s Top 5 Episodes


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I have lousy news for all of my fellow Greendaliens, Human Beings and Delta Cubes.  Tomorrow is the season finale of season four of Community. Normally, the end of a season is something TV fans can handle.  Plot lines for one season get closed up and hints of what may be coming in the future are [...]

This Will Not End Well: Austrailian Tycoon Unveils Plans For ‘Titanic II’ Cruise Ship


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No, it’s not a sequel to the blockbuster movie.

The sequel I’m referring to is the sequel to the actual ship. You know the one? Built in 1912? Declared unsinkable, then sank on her maiden voyage? Killed about 1500 people? Yeah, THAT one. More »

Top 10 Celebrity Wines For The Sophisticated Palate


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Did you know there are a myriad of celebrities currently involved in the wine-making business? It’s true!  Sure, most think that dumping a lot of your movie money into a vineyard is a good way to turn a profit all while embracing a whole mess of tax incentives, but those people are missing the point. When you become famous, you just inherently understand more about wine than the average person. Don’t believe me? Well let’s take a look at 10 celebrities, the wines that they make, and what your palate can expect while enjoying them. More »