On Gender
This essay is about gender. Specifically, it is an attempt to reconcile a number of different ideas about gender, which in our current cultural moment seem to be in unnecessary […]
Author Archives: Daniel Kronovet
Ritual Therapy
I. A few weeks ago I picked up Alejandro Jodorowsky’s Psychomagic, essentially an exposition of his theories of ritual therapy. I’ve been a fan of Jodorowsky for a while, and it’s been […]
Understanding the Tarot
I. Until recently, I had never thought much of Tarot. I had of course heard of Tarot, and had some exposure to the major images, but not much more. As […]
In This Life, An Assist
The couple is on a ferry, sailing from DUMBO to Greenpoint. They are standing on the deck: he leaning against the railing, her leaning against him. His arms curl around […]
Graduation Speech: The Value of Theory
Submitted Columbia GSAS MA Convocation Speech: As Master’s graduates, we have all spent at least some time studying theory. Classicists and sociologists study theories of culture. Economists and political scientists […]
On Relationships: A Guide for Trolls
This post deals with heterosexual relationships from the male perspective, as this is the author’s experience. This focus is not meant to dismiss or render invisible other perspectives and their complexities. Note […]
The Image
I went to an amazing exhibit today. Public, Private, Secret at the International Center of Photography in the East Village. The exhibit consisted of a variety of visual media, mostly […]
How To Play Pokemon Go
Pokemon Go is happening. A powerful brand, the right technology, and a team with expertise have all come together in a magical moment. Let’s review the game and how it […]
