RIP Chip Young’s Cool, Cool World
We are stunned and saddened to report that Chip Young, environmental activist, rabble-rouser and long-time contributor to Motif and to Rhode Island journalism, passed away suddenly on August 24. Chip and collaborator Rudy Cheeks have brought Phillipe & Jorge’s Cool, Cool World to RI readers through various publications, including The Eagle, The Newpaper, The Phoenix […]
Advice from the trenches: ADHD or brainwashed
Dear C and Dr. B; My wife Maeve asked me today, “Do I have ADHD?” I am a doctor and we should never diagnose friends and family, but I considered the question. Yeah – she had traits. But then, I have some of the characteristics of Asperger’s, and nearly every medical student meets the criteria […]
Fashion is Such a Drag: Three RI drag queens discuss what drag fashion is and what it means to them
While it has gained some more notoriety in recent decades, the culture of drag is still a mystery to many. Despite what some might think, drag is far more than a man putting on a dress and makeup: There are many layers to each outfit, and each carries a different meaning. I sat down with […]
The People Speak
I spoke with Dr. Jane Chen, a professor of sociology in Taoyuan, Taiwan, about how the people of Taiwan are reacting to the ongoing conflict with China that has been making headlines for months in the global media. Cathren Housley (Motif): Do any of the people or political groups in Taiwan actually support reunification with […]
Fall in the stars: Autumn 2022
The Fall season promises to be full of surprises, from the political and financial to mother nature working her magic or wreaking her havoc. Wet and wild weather with sudden changes erase all traces of drought conditions. Longshots, upsets and bolts out of the blue rule the day. As the season begins, Mercury is retrograde […]
Lunar Notes
Aries: Work, routines and general housekeeping take up a lot of your energy. Although you may not feel like it, you know it is best to dive in and get it all done. You’re feeling adventurous and you know you have to clear the decks before you begin looking for that next adventure. Jupiter in […]
Relent
When the asking is over And solitude is decided By you, others or the universe What remains is pure Fire Pursed lips on sweet wine Thoughts all your own “Come see me” say you to the darkness “Come and get me if you dare” For I know you Better than you know yourself Better than […]
Fall Theatre Guide
Temperatures may be falling, but things are heating up in the theater community with the start of a new season. Between musicals, straight plays and new works, there is something for any theater lover to enjoy among this fall’s varied selections. A new school year means the collegiate theater scene will soon be up and […]