The Kallys: TV & Streaming: Best of 2023
The Kallys: My own little award ceremony to pick out the highlights and lowlights of my TV and streaming viewing this year. Includes downloadable PDF list of recommendations.Let me know what you think!
Category: Lovebomb
I found 20 of the greatest vinyl album sleeves of all time in the attic
A collection of 20 odd, wild, weird and wonderful vinyl album covers
Lilies & Cannonballs – My first published work
A story from the early 2000s in NYC, when my poetry was published for the first time in “Lilies & Cannonballs Review.” This experience kickstarted my writing career.
7 stunning paintings you should see in person
Seven of my favourite paintings in the world. Each of them a magical slice of creativity. Each one with a personal story attached.
10 of my absolutely favourite films – from the sublime to the ridiculous
A list of my ten favourite films of all time. A random mix of documentaries, action movies, comedies and even German cinema.
Ethan Hawke on Creativity: Play the fool
Ethan Hawke gives a thoughtful and meditative talk about the nature of creativity. Inspiring and insightful.
Elmore Leonard on writing
Elmore Leonard offers some sagely advice about the art of writing.
My Favourite Podcasts: 2022
I’m a passionate podcast listener, and this is a selection of my favourites, all with a firm focus on storytelling
My Favourite Films: 2022
2022 offered up some brilliant films despite a torrent of mediocrity. Nicholas Cage’s bizarre brilliance, Batman’s noir charm, Top Gun’s thrilling nostalgia, Tony Hawk’s touching tale and George Carlin’s lasting legacy had me laughing, crying, and munching virtual popcorn all year.
