The Commodification of Art – Redux
A heavily reworked essay from years ago on the erosion of art under the process of commodification
Category: Essays
Hippie Jesus Isn’t Down with Capitalism
Radical quotes from the Bible on money and greed.
On Rage and Non-Acceptance
There’s no doubt about it, I’ve struggled with numerous bouts of rage in my life. Those moments have become more rare as I age however …
Why Peace Is Impossible in Western Society Part III
In this series of essays I put forward a simple premise – We live under a system of dominance that is not conducive to peace and social harmony.
Why Peace Is Impossible in Western Society Part II
In case you missed it, part I can be read here. There are common patterns in societies that operate like a giant pyramid scheme. They …
Why Peace Is Impossible in Western Society Part I
Peace and love never had a chance. Our present reality was all but fated long ago after societal decisions were made regarding how we relate …
Are News Media and Academia Feeding Us a Pseudo-Reality While Ignoring Big Systemic Questions?
Only by asking the right questions will we escape old world opportunism “The newsreel is rolling, words are at an all-time cheap The more they …
Enough Science, Gimme Some Truth Part II
By Jason Holland and William Hawes “…the uncontrolled growth of technology destroys the vital sources of our humanity. It creates a culture without a moral …
Enough Science, Gimme Some Truth
A needed critique on scientism that the mainstream press ignores.
Questioning Covid-19 Pandemic Logic
The narratives of pandemic logic are beginning to unravel somewhat it seems. The UK has dropped its covid restrictions and the US is losing interest …
How Science Ignores The Living World — An Interview With Vine Deloria
An urgent critique on the industry of science and Westerner’s motivation and pursuit of wanting to know.
It’s a Culture of Fear
This song by Thievery Corporation seems apropos for the moment. Enjoy.
Do Not Delegate the Solution of Humanity’s Problems to Politicians!
Most adults look up to these politicians like children.
Housing Profiteers
I reside in Orlando, a city laden with socio-economic facades which echo the theme park set pieces for which the city is best known – Shiny on the …
The Commodification of Art – Part II
Part I of The Commodification of Art can be found here. “I could always live in my art but never in my life” – a …
The Rule Follower Mentality Is the Primary Threat to Liberty
Rule follower mentalities, the lovers of law and order, are the epitome of what Hannah Arendt coined as the banality of evil, and this mentality …
Slavery and the Age of Ego
The continual expanse of western enslavement culture has never been directly about race, class, or any other perceived external divisions, rather it’s an ego sickness …
Henry Miller’s Thoughts on How Much He Loves NYC
Here’s a short little clip of Henry Miller describing how he remembers New York City and what he thought of it in what I assume …
Democratic Party Fascism: 2020 Edition
Meet the new boss, same as the old boss.
The Voters Strike
On this holy day of voting in America I am blasphemer supreme.
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