Dating in the digital age can feel a bit like spinning a roulette wheel. Each encounter, whether orchestrated through an app or happenstance, holds promise and peril in equal measure. And as a divorced father of two dipping my toes back into the dating pool, I’ve felt the sting of rejection and the odd currents […]
Back in the day, social media was like the Wild West – uncharted, lawless, and populated by people with questionable profile pictures. My first foray into this brave new world was through MySpace – the land of Top 8 friends and emo band profiles. That’s right, kids, once upon a time, our status updates were […]
Back in my day (cue the groans from my kids), sharing music was more than just a click of a button. It was an art, a labor of love, and at times, a high-stakes gamble. Picture this: it’s the 1980s, and the mixtape is king. Crafting the perfect mix was a rite of passage for […]
Way back in the murky mists of the 1980s, nestled between the cassette tapes and under a pile of Rubik’s Cubes, there was my first love: a chunky, plastic box of pixelated joy known as the Atari 2600. For a kid growing up in the age of shoulder pads and parachute pants, this was the […]
The year was 1991. The place, my suburban bedroom, plastered with band posters and scented with the sweet aroma of adolescence – a fragrant mixture of teenage rebellion, cheap aftershave, and anxiety. The speaker wires from my hand-me-down stereo had a tendency to slip loose, creating a continuous crackle that blended in seamlessly with the […]
Bubble baths are truly one of life’s simplest yet most profound pleasures. In an era defined by constant hustle and bustle, the act of sinking into a warm, scented bath feels like a defiant act of self-care. It’s more than just about cleaning oneself; it’s an experience that envelops the senses, offering us a momentary […]
In my journey through the realm of the mystical, crystals have been a steadfast companion, each with its unique energy signature and healing qualities. These natural gems, born from the Earth’s womb, serve as tools of intention setting, healing, and spiritual growth, allowing us to tap into our own inner wisdom and power. The first […]
The boombox was an iconic symbol of 1980s culture, beloved for its portability and power to share music. With its large speakers and cassette decks capable of playback and recording, the boombox allowed people to literally carry their music with them and experience it with big, booming sound wherever they went. I still remember the […]
Greetings, fellow music aficionados and cannabis enthusiasts! As we traverse the vast landscape of tunes that accompany our highs, the question arises: which genre reigns supreme as the ultimate stoner soundtrack? In true Anthony Fantano fashion, we’ll explore a few contenders, dissect their merits, and discuss whether or not they deserve a spot on the […]
