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Art Inciting Conflict
“All art is political in the sense that it serves someone’s politics.” – August Wilson, The Paris Review, Winter 1999. “All art is at once surface and symbol. Those who go beneath the surface do
Universal Coping with Grief
It’s an early Tuesday morning. A few days after the horrific and daunting news of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in Connecticut. The 24-hour media cycle documents eyewitness accounts, and social media updates commemorate
New York City: A New Home
Fast paced. Full of life, history, art and culture. The city doesn’t mess around. It’s been almost six months since my move from Boston. Having lived in another country and being accustomed to a slightly
Why I Will Always Love Radio
“In seeking truth you have to get both sides of a story.” – Walter Cronkite on journalism. It all started in my teens. Watching the evening news sparked a curiosity on many levels. Learning about
New York City: A Cultural "Global Kitchen"
It unites. It creates a cultural footprint. It is delicious, rich, and comforting: food. Beyond those qualities, food is a powerful resource. Unfortunately, the reality is that it is not equally accessible throughout the world,
An Homage to Boston: Six Years
Much can happen in six years. Six years of my life were in Boston – four of which at Emerson College. People will tell you that college is an experience like no other in your
A Walk In the North Woods of Central Park
NYC is the epitome of constant movement, culture, and liveliness. While it’s great to live in a city that energizes you, everyone needs a little R&R every now and then. Nature has a very quiet
"Springing Through the Lens Exhibit"
“Photography, as a powerful medium of expression and communications, offers an infinite variety of perception, interpretation and execution.” – Ansel Adams Photography expresses the unspoken, yet emotive. Because it’s open to perception and interpretation, there
Commemorating Queensday 2013
The mood is infectious. There’s a burst of orange all over. A country is celebrating and upholding an important tradition. I’m describing none other than Koninginnedag, or Queensday, in the Netherlands. This annual holiday (which
New Look!
Spring is here and it’s a great time to start fresh! I’ve given my site a makeover. Many thanks to those who have followed along for a while (and commenting/liking), and welcome to new followers.
Exploring Rwanda: Natural Beauty and Culture
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by Leigh Marcos Tourism in Rwanda is on the rise, bringing in over 900,000 visitors and more than $470 million in revenue each year. Known as the “land of a thousand
Aboriginal Rock Art and Tracing History
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by Elizabeth Mailey Aboriginal rock art is unmatched in the world thanks in large part to its history, freshness, details, and range of color. Australia is famous for this
Chaos, Delight and Culture in Morocco
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by Maria Bella A blazing breeze was touching my cheeks slowly, as I felt free in my life for the very first time. My life had felt chaotic—running after
How to Get From Airport to U.S. National Parks
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by Keilah Keiser Ever every year more than 331 million visitors take to the open road to visit the natural wonders and their unforgettable terrain of the U.S. National
Beer You Go: Guide to the Best Beer Gardens in the Lake District
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by H J Bullimore With 16.4 million visitors to the Lake District every year, it’s certainly a great place to visit. And, beer lovers rejoice, the region has the highest
A Rishikesh River-Rafting Family Adventure to Remember
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by Akansha Negi With serene temples, amazing ashrams, the gushing River Ganga, exciting adventure activities and tranquil ambiance, Rishikesh is a great place to explore! As a long weekend was
Hong Kong: Why Visit This Food Capital?
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by Roxana Oliver If you’re a passionate globetrotter who wants to peek into every corner of the world, we can say that we definitely understand your aspirations! The truth is that
3 Famous Art Pieces You Can Only See In The Netherlands
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by Leigh Marcos The one thing that connects every culture to one another around the world is art. Historically, not all great artists were appreciated in their time. Today,
St. Petersburg’s Banyas: Purify Body and Soul
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by a traveler under the pseudonym, MyBooks&Roads The banya, or bathhouse, is among the oldest of Russian traditions dating back several centuries. The word banya is of Greek origin
My Unofficial, Semi-Definitive Guide to Scottsdale
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by Jayson Goetz So, you’ve just arrived at Sky Harbor airport for the weekend, and are noting the Native American designs that we have along the walls of our
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