Society & Culture

Society & Culture

Appreciating Art for a Richer Life

Focusing on art can help you develop a better perspective by giving you a different lens through which to view history, politics, science and the human condition. In addition to helping you learn more about the world around you, giving art a prominent place in your life can bring about […]

Society & Culture

The History of French Fries

Will it be chippy chips, crinkle cut, or spicy peri-peri? Perhaps you prefer skin-on, sweet potato, or triple-cooked gastro? Do you like yours drenched in vinegar, topped with cheese and bacon, accompanied by a generous blob of ketchup, or just straight-up with a sprinkle of salt? Whatever your preference, you’d […]

Politics

Political Communication in The Era of Entertainment

In his book “Communication strategies for governments”, Roberto Izurieta explains that communication for governments needs an interlocutor – these are the media. Both need to produce news in an era of entertainment. The relationship between them must be symbiotic – based on trust and mutual respect; symbiotic in the sense […]

Society & Culture

Roger Guenveur Smith – Short Biography

Roger Guenveur Smith is an actor, writer, and director whose work has been internationally acclaimed. He created and performed the Obie Award-winning  A HUEY P. NEWTON STORY and adapted it into a  Peabody Award-winning telefilm, directed by his longtime colleague, Spike Lee. For Mr. Lee’s Oscar-nominated DO THE RIGHT THING,  Mr. Smith […]