I’m back to reporting about Chicago nightlife culture. For this latest column, I wrote about Danny’s, the venerable neighborhood bar that brings in folks across the North Side of the city. To me, its simplicity is what makes it so great. Perhaps you’ll agree. 

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If you believe we are made out of energy, and we also leave energy in the places we touch and encounter, and think about the artists that are passionate about the work they make, and you have that vibrating off your walls, it creates its own peace.

~   artist and collector Felicia Grant Preston on why she collects and the power of art. I spoke to her for WBEZ. (via britticisms)

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Rand Paul, politicians, and black spaces

Oh Rand Paul, thanks for providing laughs. The Kentucky Senator and tea Party favorite visited Howard University to “connect” and asked a series of condescending questions to the students. When politicians put themselves into fish out of water situations, what exactly are they trying to accomplish?

I was a last minute addition to Vocalo’s “The Morning AMp” program today for the 9-10am hour. Today’s discussion focused on politics and social issues. Above, a link to a discussion about Rand Paul’s recent semi-disastrous appearance at Howard University. 

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I was inspired to keep writing about the idea of walking with purpose, confidence, and changing one’s view of the world through the body. The result is below: (via wbez) (Image: © Chantelle Nash) “The Strut” by Britt Julious

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