There are stories that begin with a death so sudden that it splits your life into a Before and an After. Tonight's story begins with Edgardo — my brother, my boy — who died at seventeen when a car struck him. One moment he was here, handsome and full of life, and the next he was gone. No warning. No mercy. No chance to say goodbye. His absence became one of the worst hauntings of my life. For years, I carried him quietly. I remembered. I tried to live with the hole he left behind. But in...

Tonight, after a long pause since November, the Jewish Lab and I wanted to share something meaningful with you — a video we both watched and fully approve: Crushing Snakes by Crowder featuring Taya. It’s visually stunning, deeply symbolic, and absolutely G‑rated — and in this case, G stands for good. This piece carries a powerful message that resonates with young people, especially those drawn to Japanese, Chinese, or other global artistic influences. Too often, art forms like manga, anime,...

Ritual abuse remains one of the most misunderstood and underreported crimes worldwide. Despite its devastating impact on victims, many governments, public servants, and even religious institutions lack the education and resources to recognize and address it properly. As a survivor, I have experienced firsthand the challenges of navigating a system unprepared to help those suffering from this hidden form of violence. This post explores the background of ritual abuse, its evolving cultural...