Joshua S. Hill says there’s a common theme amongst the majority of literary critics — they’re living in a world that is open to their interpretation, not yours. Just look at their dislike of The Lord of the Rings which consistently tops the lists of readers’ favourite books of all time.
The Fearful Writer – Monsters in the Closet
As he purges intense fear, a writer comes closer to facing some deep abuse issues, and he prepares to face the “monsters in the closet”.
The Unforgettable Mentor
Writer Lorne Daniel pays tribute to a Martin Oordt, a man who mentored willingly and joyfully, with no expectation of return.
Ottawa’s Cold War Relic – The Diefenbunker
It can be a bit creepy. It might induce claustrophobia if you think too much about its location deep underground. But the Diefenbunker is a unique piece of Cold War history that takes visitors back more than 50 years to the era of two superpowers and growing worldwide fear of nuclear conflagration.
Pysanky: The Art of the Magical Easter Egg
Moria Gardener learns about the ancient art of pysanky, the ancient and intricate art of decorating eggs with wax and dye, and how this tradition continues today to celebrate Easter and the coming of Spring.
Street Portraits: Spontaneous Human Openness
A photographer doing commercial studio work spontaneously decided to hit the street with a camera and a simple backdrop taped to a wall. He learned about human nature and his community, but he also learned about his own capacity to take risks.
Hunting for Beer in Burra, Australia
The town of Burra in South Australia has everything a traveller could want: an historic gaol, cemetery and quaint, Cornish cottages, but where’s the beer?
Game of Thrones: How Fantasy and Intelligence are Marginalized
With the much-anticipated HBO series “Game of Thrones” starting tonight, Joshua S. Hill has some serious words for the New York Times reviewer who lambasted this epic fantasy.
TED Video: Street Artist JR Shows the World its True Face
JR, a semi-anonymous French street artist, uses his camera to show the world its true face, by pasting photos of the human face across massive canvases. At TED2011, he makes his audacious TED Prize wish: to use art to turn the world inside out.
Wiggin’ It
Wigs have come back into fashion as an easy, fun way to change up your look. Phyllis Wilson goes wig shopping with a wig-loving friend.
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