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In a time when “interesting” feels like the politest possible word for “chaos,” Contributing Author and Historian Bill Bois finds reasons to be hopeful and maybe even grateful for the turbulence.
His essay traces how disorder, constraint, and a sudden rush of guitars can sometimes be the first notes of something better.
And The Replies They Deserve
The headlines may be odd, but our doom-scrolling correspondent Rollerboogie finds comic relief in skulls, hobbits, and sea monsters, offering sharp retorts that make the news oddly bearable.
Why I March in Durham’s Pride Parade
This thoughtful reflection blends memory, faith, and love into a vivid walk down Durham’s Pride Parade route. Contributing Author Chuck Small brings a clear, compassionate voice to why he marches—and why it matters.
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Contributing Author Edith G just came back from an awards show viewing party. And although the snacks were first-rate, let’s just say: she is otherwise not amused
Our Open-Hearted friend and Contributing Author Chuck Small stops by today with some thoughts on a certain topical Number One Record
What could a simple pop song – and the incoherence and distractions of everyday media – possibly have in common? We’d likely never put this puzzle together on our own. But Contributing Author Phylum Of Alexandria has a theory
“Everyone can find themselves in a moral bubble – even curious, well-educated types. And knowledge can suffer as a result.”
We’re proud to present the final chapter of the thought-provoking Summer Mini-Series from Contributing Author Phylum Of Alexandria .
Profoundly Buzzed
“If you haven’t experienced this feeling of transcendence, well, get on it!”
90%…10%… Whatever your ratio: it’s a good day for Chapter 3 of the thought-provoking Summer Mini-Series from Contributing Author Phylum Of Alexandria .
It’s Downright Weird
“…we’ve all got to learn to cook meals that taste good to people… while also avoiding the poisonous additives that the competition likes to use.”
It’s Episode 2 of the thought-provoking new Summer Mini-Series from Contributing Author Phylum Of Alexandria .
In these trying times, many of us are worried about how the young people are coping. Contributing Author Chuck Small is here with a few words of encouragement for the kids – and for the adults who care about them
The Elephant Whisperer
“…the notion of humans as essentially rational creatures is comically, tragically mistaken…”
Don’t miss it: Episode 1 of the thought-provoking, new Summer Mini-Series from Contributing Author Phylum Of Alexandria
“This thing changed how I saw myself, and how I would proceed in the world going forward.”
We’re pleased to present the first installment of a new summer mini-series from Contributing Author Phylum Of Alexandria .
He’s A Very Naughty Boy
Civic duty is a wonderous thing. Our own JJ Live At Leeds has volunteered to help his friends all over the globe understand just what in the world is going on in the Nation of Shopkeepers