Celebrating Columbus Day?
The recent reintroduction of Columbus day raises questions about what we are celebrating. Is there a better symbol or people that deserve the adulation?
Art Thou a Witch?
Welcome to the library of the Ink-stained Archivist, where lost souls gather! Delve into the chilling history of witchcraft accusations, revealing the absurd fears that condemned countless innocents amidst a backdrop of superstition and powerful political figures.
Ruthlessness: How the Greek Gods Dealt with Wrongdoings Against Them
“Epic: The Musical” reimagines Homer’s Odyssey, with “Ruthlessness” highlighting Poseidon’s warning that mercy lies in cruelty. But ruthlessness isn’t unique to this musical—it reflects a deeper truth: the Greek gods often punished without pity, as shown throughout myth when mortals
The LDS Church and Polynesia
Explore the unique history of the LDS Church and its connections to Polynesia, celebrating the region's rich culture and the resilience of its people despite past challenges.
Nero’s Spouses
Emperor Nero had six marriages; spanning women, freedmen, and even a slave. In this post, we explore Roman power, gender, and sexuality through history’s most notorious emperor.