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Author Burt Kearns (“Shemp: The Biography of the Three Stooges’ Shemp Howard: The Face of Film Comedy”) Guests On Harvey Brownstone Interviews

Published

1 year ago

February 19, 2025

Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth Interview with Burt Kearns, Author, “SHEMP! The Biography of the Three Stooges’ Shemp Howard”.

Burt Kearns is an award-winning producer, director, writer, journalist and author who is renowned for his work in nonfiction television and film, in TV shows like “Breaking the Ice”, “Legsville Oral History”, “Guinness World Records Unleashed”, “Joe Rogan Questions Everything”, “The Secret History of Rock ‘n’ Roll” with Gene Simmons, “All The Presidents’ Movies”, and many more. He produced the excellent 2001 documentary, “Death of A Beatle”, about the death of John Lennon, and he co-wrote and produced the 2006 movie, “Cloud 9”, starring Burt Reynolds. He’s an Emmy Award winning newswriter, and he served as managing editor and producer of the highly popular TV shows, “A Current Affair” and “Hard Copy”.

But beyond all of that, Burt Kearns is also a highly acclaimed author. He wrote, “Tabloid Baby”, which traces the evolution of the tabloid television genre. He then co-wrote “The Show Won’t Go On: The Most Shocking, Bizarre, and Historic Deaths of Performers Onstage”, followed by “Lawrence Tierney: Hollywood’s Real-Life Tough Guy”.

Last year, he appeared on Harvey Brownstone Interviews to discuss his brilliant bestselling book entitled, “Marlon Brando: Hollywood Rebel”.

And now, he’s back to talk about his brand new book entitled, “Shemp: The Biography of the Three Stooges’ Shemp Howard: The Face of Film Comedy.” The Three Stooges are widely considered to be the greatest, most successful and most influential slapstick comedy group in modern history, and if you’re a fan of The Three Stooges – and who isn’t? – this extremely well-researched book is an absolute must-read, because the author enlightens us on the incredibly impressive – but until now, largely unexplored – life and body of work of the most misunderstood and the most underrated member of The Three Stooges, Shemp Howard, who was actually a highly accomplished, influential and respected comic actor in his own right.

Along with his brother Moe and vaudeville comedian Larry Fine, Shemp was an original member of the Three Stooges, but in 1932 he quit the group to pursue a solo acting career. He appeared in over a hundred movies alongside the biggest Hollywood stars, including W.C. Fields, John Wayne, James Stewart, Marlene Dietrich, William Powell, Lon Chaney Jr., Myrna Loy, and the team of Abbott & Costello. But in 1946, when Curly became too ill to continue working, Shemp gave up a successful film career to help his brothers out by returning to The Three Stooges.

What’s really fascinating and compelling about this book, is that, because of his meticulous research, Burt Kearns challenges and debunks the “official” version of Three Stooges history, largely promoted by Moe, that’s been repeated for decades. The book shatters many myths and uncovers the surprising and often troubling facts behind the scenes surrounding Shemp’s departure from and return to The Three Stooges, and the circumstances surrounding his untimely death. But more than anything, the book confirms Shemp Howard’s well-deserved place in cinematic history.

Harvey Brownstone is a retired judge of the Ontario Court of Justice and was the first openly gay judge in Canada. He is also the bestselling author of “Tug of War: A Judge’s Verdict on Separation, Custody Battles and the Bitter Realities of Family Court” and hosted “Family Matters with Justice Harvey Brownstone,” a television talk show on matters involving the family justice system.

After a distinguished legal career, Harvey was appointed a judge at the age of 38 in 1995. He has presided in family and criminal courts. He has been a trailblazer in several ways. He was the first openly gay judge in Canada. He was the first sitting judge in the world to write a national best seller and to host a TV talk show.

Harvey has been a role model and icon in the LGBTQ community. When same-sex marriage was legalized in Canada in 2003, he was the only judge to make himself publicly available to officiate at weddings for lesbian and gay couples travelling to Toronto from all over the world to get married. In 2007, he officiated at the wedding of Edith Windsor and Thea Spyer, the American couple whose marriage triggered the 2013 United States Supreme Court decision overturning the definition of “spouse” in the federal Defense of Marriage Act.

In February 2021, Harvey launched his online talk show “Harvey Brownstone Interviews” on his own YouTube channel. He saw this as an interesting hobby. Within several months, the show attracted hundreds of thousands – and then eventually, millions – of viewers. Because of the overwhelming success of the show, Harvey decided to retire from the judiciary on December 31, 2021 after having presided as a full-time judge for 26 1/2 years. Free from the constraints imposed upon judges regarding the expression of opinions and the endorsement of private enterprise, Harvey now happily devotes his full-time attention to hosting “Harvey Brownstone Interviews” as a regular member of the public – albeit one with a rather illustrious and unique career history.

Watch Burt Kearns on Harvey Brownstone Interviews on Youtube here:

The official website for Harvey Brownstone Interviews may be found at https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com

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For more information about Harvey Brownstone, here’s his Wikipedia page:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harvey_Brownstone

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Beyond Silicon: How Dr. Ko-Cheng Fang Is Building the Future of Photonic Intelligence, Sustainable Innovation, and Scientific Discovery

Published

4 weeks ago

July 6, 2026

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In an era where artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, and sustainable engineering are redefining the limits of human capability, few innovators are pursuing breakthroughs across as many disciplines as Dr. Ko-Cheng Fang. As Founder, CEO, and Chairman of LongServing Technology Co., Ltd., Dr. Fang has established a multidisciplinary research ecosystem spanning cybersecurity, photonic quantum computing, advanced materials, biotechnology, luxury innovation, and fine art.

Rather than focusing on a single technological milestone, his vision centers on creating an interconnected future where computing power, environmental responsibility, healthcare, and creative expression evolve together.

From Cybersecurity Pioneer to Global Technology Leader

Long before photonic quantum computing became a global research priority, Dr. Fang was developing technologies that strengthened cloud infrastructure and digital security.

His patented innovations in cloud storage systems and programmable password security introduced new approaches to cloud-based information protection. These technologies were adopted by the United States Department of Homeland Security, demonstrating practical applications for secure cloud computing and advanced cybersecurity systems.

This early success established the foundation for LongServing Technology’s research philosophy: solving complex global challenges through original engineering rather than incremental improvements.

Reinventing Luxury with Laboratory-Grown Imperial Green Jadeite

Innovation at LongServing Technology extends well beyond computing.

Recognizing the growing scarcity of premium natural jadeite, Dr. Fang introduced laboratory-grown Imperial Green jadeite, offering a sustainable alternative capable of delivering exceptional quality while reducing dependence on increasingly limited natural resources.

This breakthrough combines advanced material science with environmental responsibility, creating opportunities for future luxury products that maintain aesthetic excellence while supporting sustainable development.

Building on this innovation, the company has also introduced its latest luxury collection, including the newly released LongServing Jadeite Bag, available through the LongServing Trendy Boutique Area. The collection reflects the company’s commitment to combining scientific innovation with timeless craftsmanship and premium design.

The Photonic Quantum Revolution

Perhaps Dr. Fang’s most ambitious achievement lies in photonic quantum computing.

His photonic quantum chip technology has secured a global patent portfolio spanning 26 countries, reflecting extensive international intellectual property protection for one of the industry’s most promising computing architectures.

Unlike conventional semiconductor chips that rely on electrons, photonic chips utilize light to process information.

The advantages are transformative:

At least 1,000 times faster than today’s semiconductor electronic chips
Dramatically lower energy consumption
Reduced carbon emissions
Strong resistance to electromagnetic interference
Improved efficiency for next-generation artificial intelligence and large-scale computing applications

As the demand for faster and greener computing continues to accelerate worldwide, photonic technologies are increasingly viewed as one of the most promising successors to traditional electronic architectures.

X-Photon: A New Chapter in Physics

In 2025, Dr. Fang achieved another scientific milestone with the development of a photonic quantum material capable of emitting light at an ultra-short wavelength of only 2 nanometers.

Known as X-Photon, this advanced material enables nanoscale photonic pathways that may support future photonic transistors and next-generation optical computing systems.

The significance of X-Photon extends beyond engineering. It provides the material foundation required for future photonic quantum chips and represents an entirely new direction for optical device design.

Its scientific importance has been described as possessing Nobel Prize-level potential because of its ability to overcome long-standing barriers in photonic computing and nanophotonics.

Without X-Photon materials, many future photonic computing applications envisioned today would remain beyond reach.

The Next Frontier: Photonic Memory

While photonic processors represent a major advancement, Dr. Fang believes that true optical computing requires a complete ecosystem.

His current research focuses on photonic memory, a technology designed to eliminate repeated light-to-electrical and electrical-to-light conversions that currently limit system efficiency.

Photonic memory will provide high-speed buffering and temporary data storage while maintaining information entirely within optical pathways.

When integrated with photonic quantum chips, this innovation has the potential to deliver computational performance at least 10,000 times faster than today’s electronic CPUs, creating a fully photonic computing platform capable of transforming artificial intelligence, cloud computing, scientific simulation, and high-performance data processing.

Advancing Manufacturing Through 7-Nanometer Photomask Fabrication

To complement its photonic semiconductor research, LongServing Technology is also advancing precision manufacturing capabilities through 7-nanometer photomask fabrication.

This work represents another critical component in building practical next-generation photonic devices, supporting the transition from laboratory research toward scalable commercial production.

Biotechnology Inspired by Nature

Dr. Fang’s scientific interests also extend into biotechnology.

His research team has developed natural plant-derived compounds demonstrating promising antiviral and anti-cancer activity during laboratory testing.

In vitro studies have shown these botanical extracts to be effective against human liver cancer, lung cancer, and melanoma cell lines.

While additional scientific validation and clinical development remain essential, these early findings represent an encouraging direction for future therapeutic research.

LongServing Technology welcomes collaboration with hospitals, universities, biotechnology companies, and medical researchers interested in advancing these discoveries toward future healthcare applications.

Where Science Meets Art

Beyond engineering and scientific research, Dr. Fang is also an accomplished artist whose paintings reflect the same creativity that drives his technological innovations.

His artistic work demonstrates that scientific imagination and creative expression are complementary rather than separate pursuits.

This combination of engineering precision and artistic vision has become a defining characteristic of his leadership, encouraging innovation that embraces both technical excellence and human inspiration.

Global Growth and IPO Initiative

As LongServing Technology continues expanding its international research and commercial activities, the company is actively advancing its global pre-IPO strategy.

The organization is currently seeking internationally experienced financial institutions specializing in private placement underwriting, together with advisory firms possessing proven expertise in IPO underwriting services.

Qualified partners interested in exploring strategic collaboration opportunities are invited to engage with the company.

Additional information regarding the company’s business strategy and IPO initiative is available through the official LongServing Technology Business Plan.

Looking Toward the Future

As industries worldwide search for faster computing, sustainable materials, breakthrough medical technologies, and environmentally responsible innovation, LongServing Technology continues to position itself at the intersection of multiple scientific frontiers.

From pioneering cybersecurity solutions adopted by government agencies to developing photonic quantum technologies protected across 26 countries, from sustainable luxury materials to biotechnology and artistic exploration, Dr. Ko-Cheng Fang represents a new generation of innovators whose work transcends traditional industry boundaries.

His vision is not simply to improve existing technologies, but to help redefine how future generations compute, communicate, heal, create, and live.

New Product Showcase

LongServing Technology has recently expanded its premium product portfolio with the launch of the LongServing Jadeite Bag and additional luxury accessories featured within the LongServing Trendy Boutique Area, highlighting the company’s fusion of advanced materials science, craftsmanship, and contemporary design.