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The Peace of Mind Want Ad

Posted on May 15, 2013 by You Monsters Are People

Last week I created a want ad seeking peace of mind and posted it on Craigslist as sort of a social experiment…   Here are some excerpts from a few of the responses I received over the weekend: I hope … Continue reading →

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The Magic Hour

Posted on May 10, 2013 by You Monsters Are People

There is a time of night where weaker-minded of us fall victim to the darkest of super natural phenomena. A moment where thoughts and dreams are emptied out of the brain and replaced with the most primal fears and temporary … Continue reading →

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Sadness and Soviet Space Dogs

Posted on April 17, 2013 by You Monsters Are People

A friend of mine called me late the other night and said the following, “It’s like we’re in hell. This is hell… but it’s still so beautiful.” I knew exactly what he meant. A few days prior, I was wandering … Continue reading →

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The You Monsters Are People Audio Experience: Erotic Mac n’ Cheese

Posted on March 1, 2013 by You Monsters Are People

This second podcast is a little PG-13 and probably best avoided by young children and uptight weirdos. Stream it at work, download it for the commute and share it if you like anything you hear! In this episode, Vinnie discusses … Continue reading →

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Pedophilia: Not Always Funny

Posted on February 5, 2013 by You Monsters Are People

Like a lot of children, I went to church at the behest of my mother. I spent the majority of my time there pretending that I was a robot or a detective (or a robot-detective) and wandering into places I … Continue reading →

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How To Prepare For The Day: Don’t

Posted on January 21, 2013 by You Monsters Are People

Despite our best efforts, it is exceedingly difficult to prepare for the day. Outside of being hungry, there are no guarantees of what the coming hours might bring. Literally anything could happen to you once you’re out in the big … Continue reading →

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When To Hug Someone: Life’s Greatest Mystery

Posted on December 26, 2012 by You Monsters Are People

Knowing when to hug someone is a question that has plagued humanity since its very inception. Confounded cave-people deduced how to trap and eat their monkey brethren right away but would have to wait thousands of years before even the … Continue reading →

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A Brief Reminder That Christmas Is Indeed Still Coming

Posted on December 19, 2012 by You Monsters Are People

Christmas is one of those holidays that singles out the lonely and dejected. There’s a lot of pressure there and, without a little help, you’re bound to get crushed beneath it. It’s all a complicated mix of modern day tradition, … Continue reading →

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Modern Fetishism: Weird is the New Normal

Posted on December 12, 2012 by You Monsters Are People

When it comes to romance, there aren’t a whole lot of rules. Most people are completely satisfied with the old standard of hugs, kisses and occasional pats on the rump. But, sometimes, you need to spice up the stew if … Continue reading →

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