Brandon RaycraftBeing Awkward at Social EventsI am awkward. My wife will tell you that, my sister, my dad, and my friends will tell you that. My mom will likely be the only person to…May 14May 14
Brandon RaycraftA Reflection of Reading Classical PhilosophyIn fear of sounding cliché, the day you find out that you’re going to be a parent is a big one. For me, it became a question of how I was…May 10May 10
Brandon RaycraftDon’t Read Just AgreeOur world has evolved. What causes enjoyment any more? The whole call of nihilism seems to have me in its grasp. I have value and purpose……May 1May 1
Brandon RaycraftFormer Slacker Turned Teacher — A More Extensive BioThe Eagle and Child is a hole in the wall tavern along St. Giles street in Oxford, England. Its low roof, wood paneled walls, and cask…Apr 13, 2021Apr 13, 2021
Brandon RaycraftFearful Preconceptions of YA LitThe modern high school English class faces a bizarre challenge. Much like the evolutionary challenge in science, English has its own…Apr 12, 2021Apr 12, 2021
Brandon RaycraftBand of Brothers and the Interviews That Set It ApartWorld War Two is a popular moment in history to place films for both Britain and the United States. The European front offers a noble…Apr 12, 2021Apr 12, 2021
Brandon RaycraftPlaying God: The Artist and the ScientistIn Frankenstein and The Picture of Dorian Grey, both Victor Frankenstein and Basil are creators in different senses: the artist and the…Apr 11, 2021Apr 11, 2021
Brandon RaycraftMadame Bovary: The Victorian Instagram StarReality is a pesky little word. Billions of dollars are spent every year trying to escape reality. We buy phones and scroll through…Apr 11, 2021Apr 11, 2021
Brandon RaycraftTragic Heroes: A Predictive Measure for Societal ProblemsAs of September 1, 2019, there were 283 mass shootings in the United States. What most of these shootings have in common is that they are…Apr 11, 2021Apr 11, 2021
Brandon RaycraftMental Health During QuarantineWhat do we do with all of this time?Apr 28, 2020Apr 28, 2020
