Nathan Timmel
The Blog
The Positivity Paradox
My wife calls The Critical Drinker my “YouTube boyfriend.” I’m not sure I’m that obsessed with him, but this is a blog about him…
It’s A Wonderful Life: Modern Edition
Every year, It’s A Wonderful Life makes us laugh and cry. But isn’t it time for an update? A modern take on the classic film?
+ Add Friend
Every so often, you might open up Facebook and see the words “add friend” next to someone you thought you knew.
The Millennial Killing Field
If you have eyeballs, every few months you'll see the same article: "Millennials Are Killing the (Fill in the Blank) Industry." The stories are always kissing cousins, and they're everywhere. Right-wing sources, "fake news," pop culture infotainment... they all like...
Still Struggling With Compliments
Is there a difference between a compliment and praise? I’m uncomfortable with certain forms of kindness, and accepting of others.
Flickerstick, and the Importance of Passion
VH1 aired one season of a fantastic program, Bands on the Run. It should have launched Flickerstick into the stratosphere.
My Awkward Reaction to Your Compliment
I've never known how to take a compliment. Insults I'm fine with; they can come at me all day long. But compliments? Compliments set off weird emotions in me. Whenever I'm praised, I either change the subject or throw out a self-deprecating comment; I do anything I...
Facebook: A Fascist Site Gets Worse
Facebook has always been a site ruled capriciously and with a heavy hand, but lately it has been getting worse.
The Unfortunate Truth About Belief
There are facts, and there are beliefs. Sometimes the two match up, but when they are at odds, belief will always win.
Comedy and the Art of Lying
Is comedy better when it’s honest, or is it OK to lie from the stage for a laugh? Everyone has their thoughts; I’m curious to hear them.
The Nostalgia Delusion
Nostalgia is a lie, but it’s one we often fall prey to. What happens when reality bumps up against our memories?
The Fear of Abandonment
Is the fear of being abandoned something that we’re born with, or something instilled in us? I hope it’s the latter, so I can combat it.