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The Origins of Florida Man and Florida’s Distinctive Reputation

Posted on April 2, 2025 by nathanalbright

The “Florida Man” phenomenon has become a defining element of Florida’s modern cultural identity. This unusual reputation for bizarre news stories and eccentric behavior has complex origins rooted in several interconnected factors. Origins of “Florida Man” The term “Florida Man” … Continue reading →

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Producers As Artists

Posted on February 26, 2025 by nathanalbright

Since at least the early 1980s with Quincy Jones’ “The Dude,” we have had successful producers seeking to gain artist credit even though some of them can’t hold a tune with a bucket that Dear Henry and Dear Liza would … Continue reading →

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The Joy Of The Knife: The Romanticized Assassin In Western Culture

Posted on December 12, 2024 by nathanalbright

The cultural fascination with assassins in Western media represents a complex interplay between moral ambiguity, political power, and romantic idealization. This phenomenon emerges from historical accounts and evolves through literature, film, and modern entertainment, reflecting changing societal values and power … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Art Of Cruelty

Posted on June 25, 2024 by nathanalbright

The Art Of Cruelty: A Reckoning, by Maggie Nelson There are at least two questions that someone should ask when it comes to whether a book is worth reading. One of them is whether the book is about an interesting … Continue reading →

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(It’s A) (Big) Mistake (#3)

Posted on June 18, 2024 by nathanalbright

Is it a mistake for a musician or band to make songs about mistakes or to title them with the word mistake? There is a philosophical saying, “To err is human,” but do people like their music to remind them … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Life On Our Planet

Posted on February 7, 2024 by nathanalbright

Life On Our Planet: A New Look At Dinosaurs And Prehistoric Life That Once Roamed Our Earth, by Dr. Tom Fletcher This book is a striking example of the way that a book can sometimes be marred by text. If this book … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Here Now

Posted on February 1, 2024 by nathanalbright

Here Now: Indigenous Arts Of North America At The Denver Art Museum, edited by John P. Lukavic, Dakota Hoska, and Christopher Patrello It would be easy to joke about a book like this one. With its strangely uncertain title and its subject … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Princes Of The Renaissance

Posted on December 26, 2023 by nathanalbright

Princes Of The Renaissance: The Hidden Power Behind An Artistic Revolution, by Mary Hollingsworth Unfortunately, this book manages to combine several unfortunate traits into a single book that would, at least at the outset, seem like a slam-dunk for a great … Continue reading →

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You Can Run, But You’ll Never Escape Sunset In The Maze

Posted on June 7, 2023 by nathanalbright

So far at least, my favorite hit song of 2023, among the songs that have clinched a spot on the Year-End charts (to be released in early December), is the song Escapism, by Raye featuring 070 Shake. Among the more … Continue reading →

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No Soul Is Ever Truly Free

Posted on May 19, 2023 by nathanalbright

Recently, freelance sports commentator Pat McAfee, who had previously had a long and successful career as a football player in the NFL before becoming a popular independent sportscaster, accepted a large deal to join ESPN sports. This move has attracted … Continue reading →

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