Review: The B-52s “Funplex” (2008)

Review: The B-52s “Funplex” (2008) Rating: 5/5 Stars One word: Unbelievable! The B-52s are back and are as fresh and relevant as ever. Just when you think “the B’s” have called it quits, they prove they are still a force to be reckoned with. Rather impressive for a band that began in 1976. To put [...]

Programmed to Think: Life Inside a Cult – Part 8 (Final)

Doubt vs. Belief I stayed in the order long enough to become an acolyte of Druidism. But unfortunately, the dark forces of doubt, skepticism, and cynicism began to put a wedge between me and the rest of the people of the order. I felt like I was being drawn into another dogma, one of fantastic [...]

Programmed to Think: Life Inside a Cult – Part 7

Back to the Circle Upon our arrival, the other five were excited about something they had noticed. Right above the circle, there was a circular hole in the cloud cover. I did witness this too. While it could simply be sheer coincidence, it was odd to see. We continued the ritual until either Danny or [...]

Programmed to Think: Life Inside a Cult – Part 6

Approaching the Presence Starlight and I left the circle and walked towards the woods. Starlight started asking gently for the beings to come forward, assuring them that we were friendly and safe. I joined her and asked them nicely to please show themselves. I felt foolish on two levels. On one level, I thought we [...]