Creativity as Resistance: An Artist’s Story
Thoughts on the role of creative artists in societies facing deep injustice and repression, inspired by an exhibit I saw in Lisbon in spring 2018.
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“Should I Stay or Should I Go?”
Discussing Gringolandia’s portrayal of resistance and exile at a panel on historical fiction at the NCTE16 conference, and post-election choices we face today.
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Selling My DJ Equipment: The End of an Era
Last month I sold my mobile DJ equipment to Sean McLaughlin, another WRPI show host with whom I’d DJ’ed a number of weddings and other celebrations. Ever...
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Uruguay: Three Million Soccer Fans
A review of the World Cup 2010 road trip documentary 3 Million, focusing on the Uruguayan national team and the father-and-son filmmakers.
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Carnation Revolution: April 25, 1974-2014
A roundup of cultural and political events in Lisbon to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the April 25, 1974 revolution that ended fascist rule in Portugal.
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Why Save the Fulbright Program?
How I benefited from being part of the Fulbright program in Portugal and why the program deserves continued funding with no strings attached.
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