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Jose Padua: These Rhymes Out to All the Nations

every day we stay alive is a reminder
that the universe is a thing of great natural beauty

May 3, 2023 · 8 Comments

Video: A Worthy Man

Night after night Erik works alone in his bakery. His only company is the late-night radio show host whom he persistently attempts to get through to and be honored with “Joker of the Week”. He has gradually become more and more distant to his family, and all his efforts to re-establish the connection seem in vain. A growing depression hurls Erik into a tailspin that in the end culminates in a bizarre cry for help.

January 12, 2020 · Leave a comment

Video: Garage de soir (Garage at Night)

In this touching portrayal of lovable slackers, two brothers spend 12 months together in their family’s garage, learning from each other.

November 30, 2019 · Leave a comment

Christine Skarbek: A Personal Pantheon of Phenomenal Fellows

On this Thanksgiving, I survey all the deliciously delightful people who have touched my life and kudize them all. However, there are four in my personal pantheon that are absolute standouts. Oddly, they are all men.

November 28, 2019 · 2 Comments

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