

We Must Imitate Zelenksy, Not Just Admire Him
I am sitting in my cozy library in Northfield Minnesota, about to comment on the war in Ukraine from an existentialist perspective. The...
Mar 22, 2022


Is balance really the key to a good life?
My philosophy classes usually begin with a sermonette to the effect that philosophy is about loving and acquiring wisdom in contrast to...
Jan 4, 2022


“If this isn’t nice, what is?” Fragments of Kurt Vonnegut’s philosophy of life
It is hard to imagine what his level of consternation would be at Facebook friends and virtual communities.
May 27, 2020


Ukraine’s Next Great Hope?
Vitali Klitschko is a very rare bird, and at 6 feet, 7 inches and 245 pounds a very big rare bird. He holds a Ph.D. in sports science,...
Dec 11, 2013