Abigail Rosenthal

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The Ring of Gyges

1 week ago | medium.com | Abigail Rosenthal

There is a story that Plato tells in The Republic, his dialogue on political justice. Here’s how it goes. It starts with a man named Gyges. Everyone considered him to be a normal fellow. There was nothing odd about him. One day, as it happened, Gyges found a ring that, when he wore it, rendered him invisible. Gyges wasted none of the time opened up by this opportunity. By day he was our good old unassuming Gyges.
New details emerge in death of Texas Ren Fest's 'King George'

2 weeks ago | chron.com | Jamil David |Abigail Rosenthal

George Coulam, founder of the Texas Renaissance Festival, is shown outside his home Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, in Todd Mission. Houston Chronicle/Hearst Newspap/Houston Chronicle via Getty ImagUPDATE: May 21, 3:50 p.m. Details have emerged regarding the death of George Coulam, the 87-year-old founder of the Texas Renaissance Festival in Todd Mission, Texas.
How a Denton pop-punk band whipped up Texas' laziest love song

3 weeks ago | chron.com | Abigail Rosenthal

Welcome to the Texas Canon, a series that dives into the movies, TV shows, books, albums and more that represent us and reach far beyond the Lone Star State's borders. Today, we look at Denton pop-punk band Bowling for Soup's 2004 song, "Ohio (Come Back to Texas)."Texas rightfully isn't known for its pop-punk scene.
Encore Marie Antoinette

3 weeks ago | medium.com | Abigail Rosenthal

This week, Abbie revisits the unforgettable story of Marie Antoinette. First shared in an earlier column, Encore Marie Antoinette reflects on what made the Queen of France so captivating — and so condemned. Was she a symbol, a scapegoat, or simply herself? Last night, I read to its sad finale Stefan Zweig’s can’t-be-more-definitive biography of Marie Antoinette, the unluckiest Queen of France.
Here's what it costs to be a wealthy Texas space tourist

1 month ago | chron.com | Abigail Rosenthal

Move over, Johnson Space Center. Texas has a new tourism hotspot for space enthusiasts: Van Horn, Texas, where the right amount of money can send you to (sort of) space aboard Blue Origin's revolutionary New Shepard rocket. Earlier this week, Jeff Bezos' space exploration company Blue Origin launched a flight of six women 62 miles above Earth's surface, marketing it as a historic moment for space travel and womankind.
What to Know About the 2025 ABC Kite Festival

2 months ago | 365thingsaustin.com | Abigail Rosenthal

It’s almost time for a springtime tradition in Austin: the annual ABC Kite Fest, where people of all ages head outside to see some very cool kites soaring over the park. The ABC Kite Fest is beloved by Austinites of all ages, whether you’re a seasoned kite flyer or an enthusiastic spectator. Here’s what to know for this year’s kite festival.
Houston rodeo's most coveted accessory? The entertainer belt buckle.

2 months ago | chron.com | Abigail Rosenthal

Post Malone performing in his Murphy's belt buckle at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on March 18, 2025. Cassie Stricker/Houston Livestock Show and RodeoThere were a few things notable about Post Malone's Tuesday night performance at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. His bare feet. The several cigarettes he lit on-stage. That he seemingly brought his own red Solo cups.
Braxton Berrios to sign with Texans, as reported by Alix Earle

2 months ago | chron.com | Abigail Rosenthal |Eddie Maisonet

Braxton Berrios and Alix Earle will take their talents from South Beach to H-Town this year. Megan Briggs/Getty ImagesThe Houston Texans have been busy during the offseason, as they've added new players like Christian Kirk and Shelton Rankins to their talented roster while ushering longtime stars like Laremy Tunsil out the door via trade. Usually, these deals are announced on social media by reporters or the teams themselves via a press release, as this is standard fare.
Texans are chucking cheese slices at Teslas in protest

Mar 2, 2025 | chron.com | Abigail Rosenthal

The anti-Tesla sentiment grows. Getty Images/Photo Illustration by Gwen HowertonElon Musk's reputation is starting to affect some of his customers. Mainly: Tesla owners. Austin NPR affiliate KUT reported that Texan Tesla owners aren't as happy with their vehicles as they were upon purchase.
Married Philosophers Discuss Confessions: Preface, Part 2

Feb 25, 2025 | medium.com | Abigail Rosenthal

Abigail Rosenthal·Follow8 min read·--USCGC Lilac in New York Harbor with sunken sailing ship in foreground, 1940. Today, Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Dr. Abigail L. Rosenthal (author of Dear Abbie: The Non-Advice Column) carry forward last week’s discussion of Confessions of a Young Philosopher. Let’s see how their discussion continues. Jerry: Having said that true love is Plan A for most people, you then say something about cynicism, which may be the contrary of true love.