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Write Night Resumes: May, June Session Topics Set
Write Night returned from hiatus last night with an evening of learning, writing, and sharing. Novelist Walter Mosley was the featured Master Class video presenter, and the importance of vivid,…
WGBH Boston Jazz Critic Picks “Six Days at Ronnie Scott’s” As One of Year’s Best Jazz Books
Missed this one. Tessil Collins, Managing Producer of Jazz 24/7 from WGBH Boston, one of the most respected jazz shows in the United States on perhaps the country’s leading producer…
CNN Does a Feature on My Home Koh Phangan (I’m Quoted)
CNN’s Bangkok-based Hunter Forgan did a thoughtful long-form piece on the economic and social prospects for my home island of Koh Phangan, Thailand this week. He and photographer Aidan Dockery…
First PHANGAN Forum Event Slated for Earth Day, April 22 at Jaran’s
I launched Koh Phangan’s public forum Phangan Forum in February after getting 500 responses to a post. On Earth Day, 22 April, 2021, we will hold our first program, a…
My Article in YouTango on the History of Women’s Protest Movements
YouTango, a popular website focused on women’s issues and interests, solicited and published my article on Ashli Babbitt and the history of women’s protest movements. Here is an excerpt, with…
Glyn Phillips of UK Vibe Reviews “Six Days”
An astounding and quite generous review from the esteemed UK Vibe. I had a nice chat with reviewer Glyn Phillips today, thanking him for the review. Here are some excerpts….
Panel on the Myanmar Coup Set for March 6 at Karma Kafe on Koh Phangan
I will be moderating a panel with three Myanmar political activists at Karma Kafe in Srithanu, Koh Phangan Saturday night, March 6, at 8pm. I will share my experiences holding…
A Discussion of “Six Days at Ronnie Scott’s” on The Gears Page
Fascinating perspectives on the vital role of percussionists like Mister Cobham on The Gears Page forum. Here is an excerpt from comments by FlyingVBlues and a link to the full…
New Article on the January 6 Insurrection Attempt Published in International Policy Digest
The International Policy Digest published my article on the January 6 insurrection attempt at the United States Capitol, along with a solid dollop of promotion of the “Surmountable” book. Here…
Aaron Wexler Continues to Rock His Podcast in Advance of New Book
I have been privileged to work with Aaron Wexler on his new book, a fascinating guide for young athletes seeking inspiration and a balanced life. While coaching Aaron, he started…