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Category Archives: Art, Music, Crafts, etc.
Things That Make Me Smile No. 248: Mexican Street Art Traditions
While this video belongs in my interesting links as much as smiles, I found the murals displayed beautiful, especially the indigenous art-inspired ones. The history of street art in Mexico, and its influence on U.S. artists, is fascinating. I believe … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Music, Crafts, etc., History, Smiles
Tagged art history, street art, TalesToTideYouOver
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5 Interesting Links for 03-26-2021
Note: Videos may auto start with sound so be prepared. Bias (Anthropology) Anthropology is peppered with assumptions made when the anthropologist imposes their own cultural rule set on the evidence. In the last twenty years or so, gender differences have … Continue reading
5 Interesting Links for 03-19-2021
Note: Videos may auto start with sound so be prepared. Matriarchy (Archeology) Definitions can lead to arguments even when both parties agree on most things, which is what led me to this article. It explores both the interpretation of the … Continue reading
Things That Make Me Smile No. 246: Codes of Honor
A friend introduced me to this Navajo Nation band on Indigenous People’s Day last year. The four-member, hard rock/metal band Testify drew inspiration from the Navajo code talkers in World War II for this haunting acoustic song.
Posted in Art, Music, Crafts, etc., History, Smiles
Tagged code talkers, Navajo Nation, TalesToTideYouOver, World War II
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Things That Make Me Smile No. 244: Folk Tradition in the Modern Age
I come from a long-standing folk music tradition. I was raised on guitar music, including American political folk and traditional folk music from all over, though with an emphasis on Irish songs. So, you might imagine how delighted I am … Continue reading
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Tagged folk music, sea shanties, TalesToTideYouOver
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