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This website posts articles on the arts, popular culture and social issues, which frequently include wonderful photography and award-winning, often unusual short films. The author, a clinical psychologist, is based in Chicago, but the scope of the blog is nationwide.
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Et Cetera: Publick and Privat Curiosities

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Et Cetera · 1d ago

Homophobia: Pathos and the Culture of Fear

“Homophobia” is an intensely dramatic short film, which deals with a theme that’s of major concern in our present-day political and social worlds: homophobia, the fear of homosexuals and of their way of life. Includes photographs and the fiercely poignant short fiilm.
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Et Cetera · 1W ago

The Studs Terkel Centenary: Chicago Celebrates Legendary Studs Terkel

May 16th marks the 100th anniversary of Studs Terkel’s birth and an occasion to memorialize one of the most prolific writers and cultural critics in the history of Chicago letters. Photographs and five videos.
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Et Cetera · 2W ago

Another Freak-Show Big-Money Art Auction: Warhol’s “Double Elvis” Brings $37 Million

"Double Elvis," n iconic portrait of Elvis Presley by pop artist Andy Warhol went for $33 Million when it hit the auction block tonight at Sotheby's sale of post-war and contemporary art. Incliudes vintage photographs, two videos and a documentary about Warhol's life.
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Et Cetera · 2W ago

Another Freak-Show Big-Money Art Auction: Warhol’s “Double Elvis” Brings $33 Million

"Double Elvis," n iconic portrait of Elvis Presley by pop artist Andy Warhol went for $33 Million when it hit the auction block tonight at Sotheby's sale of post-war and contemporary art. Incliudes vintage photographs, two videos and a documentary about Warhol's life.
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Et Cetera · 2W ago

Obama Publicly Endorses Gay Marriage, Says Same-Sex Marriage Should Be Legal

On Wednesday, President Obama publicly endorsed gay marriage in a television interview and took a definitive stand on one of the most politically charged social issues of the day. Includes photographs and a video of the interview.
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Et Cetera · 3W ago

Never Before Seen Photographs of the Young Andy Warhol

“Before They Were Famous: Behind The Lens of William John Kennedy” is an extraordinary collection of images, which presents a number of never-before-seen photographs of Andy Warhol and Robert Indiana, taken when they were both just emerging American artists. Includes photographs, a photo-gallery and
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Et Cetera · 3W ago

Toast to Freedom: A Celebration of Amnesty International’s 50th Anniversary

"Toast to Freedom” is a music video dedicated to human rights activism around the world. Nearly 50 artists contributed to the video, celebrating Amnesty International's 50th Anniversary. One of the last studio recordings by the late Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Levon Helm, it was also one of th
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Et Cetera · 3W ago

Free Romantic Advice: The 10 Most Wonderful Love Tips Ever!

“How to Answer: Why Do You Love Me?” is a wickedly funny short film, containing invaluable advice for guys about how to respond in that make-or-break moment when their lady poses that certain infamous and dreaded question: “Why Do You Love Me?” Includes photographs and the hilarious short film.
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Et Cetera · 3W ago

The Grand Luncheonette: Sadly, No Place Left at the Table for 42nd Street Diner

Fred Hakim, last of the old-time Times Square hot-dog vendors, died at the age of 83. Mr. Hakim’s family owned a hole-in-the-wall hot-dog counter in Times Square, which was the last of its kind when in the 1990s the city began condemning dozens of establishments like it in order to revitalize the ar
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Et Cetera · 3W ago

The Grand Luncheonette: Sadly, No Place Left at the Table for 42nd Street Diner

Fred Hakim, last of the old-time Times Square hot-dog vendors, died at the age of 83. Mr. Hakim’s family owned a hole-in-the-wall hot-dog counter in Times Square, which was the last of its kind when in the 1990s the city began condemning dozens of establishments like it in order to revitalize the ar
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