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Kyle Phillippi

Kyle is a freelance writer who spent many years covering Philadelphia sports before honing in on the world of entertainment. Kyle's bylines include The Philadelphia Inquirer, SI.com, Metro, NBC Sports and more recently, Collider. Kyle can be found on Twitter, @Kyle_Phillippi.

23 things you may not know about 'The Bachelor' franchise

There is no denying the power of Bachelor Nation. The franchise has become a major cog at ABC and pop culture, beginning with The Bachelor and evolving into The Bachelorette and dozens of spin-offs. With any reality show, though, plenty of things happen behind the scenes that go under the radar.

20 similarities between the 'Dune' and 'Star Wars' franchises

There are clearly themes, characters, and settings from Dune, which came out first, that George Lucas was inspired by when creating the Star Wars universe. Here's a look at the most obvious parallels between the two sci-fi stories. 

Ranking the 21 'American Idol' winners

Over the years, some of the biggest names in the industry have called Idol their starting point, while others have failed to capitalize on the early success with a sustained run. 

20 exercises you can do at home

Don't worry if you don't have the space (or the money) to build an at-home gym. The following exercises require nothing more than your body weight (and perhaps a chair or two). 

The 20 beer styles you should know about

The craft beer scene continues to be on the rise in the States. The purpose of this is to offer a broad understanding of some of the most frequented styles so that the next time you walk over to your local brewery, you won't be confused when you see something called a Hefeweizen on the board. 

The 20 best breweries to visit in the United States

So many beers, so little time. For the beer aficionados out there looking to cross off some bucket list breweries, look no further. Is this the definitive list? Certainly not, but these 20 places would certainly quench the thirst of any craft beer enthusiast! 

22 performers we want to see perform a Super Bowl Halftime Show

There's nothing quite like a Super Bowl halftime performance. Since it's an annual event, so many artists and bands have yet to perform on the big stage. From world-famous international stars to rising pop stars, the NFL certainly has plenty of options to choose from for future Super Bowls. 

Every NHL team's most improved player from the 2022-23 season

Some see good players rise to stardom, while other examples see a fringe roster player become a solid role player.

Every NBA team's most improved player from the 2022-23 season

Some good players take that next step to stardom. Some young guys take a slight jump in Year 2 or Year 3.

The 20 best things to happen on 'The O.C.'

The O.C. was a show that caught many by surprise. This series wound up opening up a world of California high school students that spawned many shows, including MTV's Laguna Beach, which led to The Hills. 

The 20 best things to happen on 'One Tree Hill'

One Tree Hill has stood the test of time. With nine seasons worth of content, plenty of storylines developed, and many moments were forever etched in the minds of anyone who watched the show. These are the 20 best.

23 cameos you may have missed on 'Friends'

Everyone knows that Paul Rudd and Tom Selleck had cameos in Friends. While there's a core five that was the main focus of this show, many big-time actors popped up in various roles throughout the 10-season NBC hit sitcom.

The 25 best moments from 'The Mandalorian'

The third season of The Mandalorian has wrapped up on Disney+. The Star Wars franchise has found a gem in this series, giving this universe one of its most successful television series to date. As a result, there have been plenty of major moments, fun cameos, and some action-packed fight scenes over the three seasons. 

The 25 'Jeopardy' players who won the most money

Jeopardy! has been one of the longest-running game shows, which means there have been many contestants who have taken a shot behind the podium over the years.

The top 25 women competitors in 'The Challenge' history

Many have stepped into The Challenge sphere. For the majority of those, the legacy they leave behind is minimal. For the select few, there's an imprint left on the series that not only makes the show the reality competition giant it has become but also leaves a lasting impression that those before them seek to replicate.

The top 25 men competitors in 'The Challenge' history

When comprising this list, many factors were considered. How well a player performs in eliminations is a significant component as it shows how difficult it is to eliminate that person. Of course, how many times they won the entire show is also a major requirement to enter the elite category. Here are the 25 best men competitors who have stepped into The Challenge ring. 

25 shows where we'd want to be friends with the character group

Whether it's because of the location, the stuff the characters get into, or the steadfast bond they have that we all want in our lives, seeing friendship goals play out on our screens makes us all envious.

Taylor Swift's 22 most essential songs, ranked

With 10 original studio albums that span multiple genres, deciding which of Taylor Swift's vast collection of songs sit atop the rest is something no Swiftie takes pleasure in.

The 25 best Disney Pixar characters, ranked

With more than 25 Pixar films produced, putting a list together is not easy, but here's our look at the best of the best of these iconic personalities.