Natalia Antonova

Because Of Gaza

I am having certain suspicions concerning Bono & Co.

“Lecture on domestic violence cancelled over protests it could break up families.” A family where violence is rampant is not a family to begin with. Families are based on mutual trust. I’m not saying that people’s private lives should be all sunshine, all the time. Can a “good” family harbour darkness? Yes, to a degree.Continue reading “Family? What Family?”

And now for something completely different

My interview with Justin Rivenbark – on his movement, Rootism (and also on art school, pop culture, and making the best of reality).

“So, what’s it like being in an ‘unconventional marriage,’ Evan?”

I did this interview following the publication of the “Vanya” interview below. Once again, the name “Evan” is not real. Our exchange was inspired by Vanya’s peculiar (in my opinion) take on marriage.

“So, why do you pay for it, Vanya?”

The following conversation took place while I was on one of my regular visits back home to Kiev, Ukraine. After I left, a number of points still needed to be clarified – and eventually were, through e-mail. The name Vanya is not the real name of the man I spoke with. In fact, all namesContinue reading ““So, why do you pay for it, Vanya?””