HP Lovecraft — Azathoth
“Azathoth” is the beginning of a never-completed novel written by H. P. Lovecraft in June 1922. It was published as a fragment in the journal Leaves in 1938, after Lovecraft’s…
Remembering Philip Seymour Hoffman with some birthday trivia
Today we’re celebrating the life and unparalleled career of one of modern cinema’s greatest actors, Philip Seymour Hoffman. Ten questions. Multiple choice. No cheating. And don’t forget to subscribe!
Book Review: The Unmaking of Hudson Hawk
The Unmaking of Hudson Hawk by David Hughes My rating: 5 of 5 stars Before I can really review this book, I need to offer some back story. I am…
Book Review: How To: Absurd Scientific Advice for Common Real-World Problems
How To: Absurd Scientific Advice for Common Real-World Problems by Randall Munroe My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is my third Randall Munroe book that I’ve listened to on…
HP Lovecraft — Memory
In H.P. Lovecraft’s prose poem “Memory,” two ancient, elemental entities observe the crumbling ruins of a long-extinct humanity, reflecting on how mankind’s forgotten existence is now echoed only in mimicry.
Brothers Grimm — Allerleirauh
After her widower father takes the phrase “keep it in the family” way too literally, a princess flees her arranged marriage wearing a fur coat made from a thousand different…
Book Review: The Book of Don: A Sacred Chronicle of the Trump Era
The Book of Don: A Sacred Chronicle of the Trump Era by T.B. Calder My rating: 4 of 5 stars “The Book of Don” is the story of Donald Trump…
Edgar Allan Poe: Never Bet The Devil Your Head
Edgar Allan Poe’s “Never Bet the Devil Your Head” is essentially a morbid cautionary tale about why you shouldn’t overuse a catchphrase … and why you shouldn’t make bets with…
PODCAST: Buzz Words Episode 4 — ‘The Infinite Sadness of Small Appliances’
In Episode 4 of Buzz Words, Howie, Craig and I discuss “The Infinite Sadness of Small Appliances” by Glenn Dixon. This one will hit you in the feels, both teary…
Lego U.S. Soccer
I put this World Cup 2026 Lego set together during today’s England/Argentina game. It’s a pretty simple set — only 167 pieces. But it looks super cool and combines two…