Category Archives: The Arts

Science, Art and the Magic of Life

The paradox inherent in human nature that helped us evolve into what we are today may well be our downfall. Danbert Nobacon investigates the merging of science and art. Continue reading

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‘Nerd’stradamus’ Diviner’s Guide to 2013

Ye blessed ‘Nerd’stradamus, collector of sacred Batman memorabilia and harbinger of alchemical Avengers underwear, projects his recommendations, and warnings, for the coming year.
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A Post-Apocalyptic Reader

Robert Burke Warren ponders the appeal of the Apocalypse, and reveals his four favorite End of Days reads. Continue reading

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Who Will Be The Maccabees?

What can an obscure Hanukkah story teach us about the nature of zeal? Whether you’re talking Superman or Super Mario Bros., insanity and primitiveness can be a evolutionary tool for cultural innovation. Continue reading

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Love’s Folly

Janet Steen compares and contrasts Barry White and Alain de Botton on the maddening subject of love. Continue reading

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The Funny in the Novel

What to do when her agent says her novel (about the Black Panthers) isn’t funny enough? Judy Juanita learns standup. And lives to tell the tale (and jokes) Continue reading

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Homeland Breaks Bad

In the HBO era, there have been just four elite American TV dramas. Is Homeland the fifth? Greg Olear investigates. Continue reading

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