Advertisements In which I wonder who makes the future Hey all. I’ve been thinking a lot lately—no doubt since the murder of George Floyd late last spring, renewed this week after Derek Chauvin was convicted of that murder on three charges, and while my home country happens to be in the midst of possibly itsContinue reading “Youthful Optimism?”
Category Archives: Philosophy
The Wilsonian Institute
Advertisements In which some old, old feelings meet new context Maybe it was the gummi bears. When I sat down with a bag of Haribo Goldbären to Love & Mercy, the biopic covering (in)famous periods in the life of Brian Wilson and the career of The Beach Boys, I thought about how this piece ofContinue reading “The Wilsonian Institute”
The ‘20s Begin (For Real)
Advertisements In which I emphasize a point I made a year ago NOW will you believe me when I say that the ‘1’ year is the proper start of a new decade??? Ones place, people. Not tens. Ones. Here goes nothing. ⭐️
Why Is Love So Hard?
Advertisements In which I indulge in a little armchair psychology Distinct non-philosopher that I am, I’ve lately had occasion to dwell on the idea of love and why that idea often differs so drastically from the reality. (Nothing in particular has happened; in fact it’s what hasn’t happened that constitutes, as a friend of mineContinue reading “Why Is Love So Hard?”
The Manly Men of Motown (& More)
Advertisements In which I give into temptation (I’m so sorry, please don’t leave) This week is the week I sit down and hash out something I’ve had on the brain for years now, which involves taking a closer look at two musical factions which were essential to my musical education. I do say factions, becauseContinue reading “The Manly Men of Motown (& More)”
Foresight is 20-20
Advertisements In which I check the New Year mindset Folks, we made it. Happy New Year to all! (And to all a good night—we could probably use some rest and recuperation from our dusk-’til-dawn festivities.) While the Gregorian calendar puts me at odds with these ‘decade’ reviews—the timeline propagated by much of the West dictatesContinue reading “Foresight is 20-20”