Kelly Carlin

Los Angeles

Writer and Podcaster, Waking from the American Drea‪m‬ at Freelance

Writer. Talker. Founder of Humans on the Verge. Devoted to helping the world find more soul courage & creative freedom. Linktree: https://t.co/22RvJ98QhU

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In The Life of Chuck, Stephen King and Mike Flanagan venture out of horror genre and their comfort zones

1 week ago | 1428elm.com | Kelly Carlin

Veteran horror writer Stephen King and acclaimed genre director Mike Flanagan team again for sentimental drama "the Life of Chuck," to positive results. This review contains spoilers for The Life of Chuck. Proceed accordingly! Writer Stephen King and director Mike Flanagan have once again worked their magic to create an emotional film that connects with audiences and critics alike.
Gathering the Gifts

Dec 7, 2024 | kellycarlin.substack.com | Kelly Carlin

Last week I had the great pleasure to have a rich and juicy conversation with Sandra del Castillo, PhD. on her Jungian podcast called The Blue Medicine Journal. One of the things we discussed is why I do my Gathering the Gifts event every year. I love the Winter Solstice. I love that there is a moment, a gift from our little solar system that allows us to pause (solstice actually means sun stands still) so that we can gather ourselves, reorient, and face the world from a new perspective.
The 14 Biggest MTV Video Music Awards Controversies, Ranked

Aug 17, 2024 | ranker.com | Kelly Carlin

Since the channel debuted their moonman trophies in 1984, MTV’s Video Music Awards (or VMAs) have been a staple in pop music and more broadly, pop culture. While the awards themselves are centered around popular music, music videos, and music’s biggest stars, the annual ceremony boasts shenanigans, scandal, and often, controversy. The VMAs have had their fair share of drama, often causing a media stir, and always making for great television.
Story/No Story | Substack

Aug 10, 2024 | open.substack.com | Kelly Carlin

Story/No StoryMusings, essays, and other stuff that reflects my story, how we all create and understand life through our stories, and yet, the true freedom that comes when we dare to step into a space of no story. No thanks
The Most Controversial Band Names

Jul 31, 2024 | ranker.com | Kelly Carlin

Since the arrival of popular music in the 1950s, artists have skirted controversy with band names that push the envelope. From silly jokes and wordplay to sexual innuendo, historical references, and everything in between, band names set the tone for the group’s music and tell the world who they are before even listening. Some of the most controversial band names come from artists that still made it big and impacted the world of pop culture.
16 Political Eminem Songs That Criticize The US Government, Ranked

Jul 9, 2024 | ranker.com | Kelly Carlin

The Lyrics:F*ck money. I don’t rap for dead presidentsI’d rather see the President deadThe Context: Some lyrics are so controversial that the government gets involved and actually investigates the claims. Eminem wrote the song while on a two-year probation for carrying a concealed weapon, as the terms prevented him from owning a firearm. He discusses this struggle to protect himself in the lyrics. Later in the song, Eminem discusses dead presidents and his desire to see the President dead.
Glimpses of a Journey to Self

Jul 5, 2024 | kellycarlin.substack.com | Kelly Carlin

Story/No StoryMusings, essays, and other stuff that reflects my story, how we all create and understand life through our stories, and yet, the true freedom that comes when we dare to step into a space of no story. No thanks
15 Rock Songs That Are Actually Diss Tracks

Jun 27, 2024 | ranker.com | Kelly Carlin

Who It’s About: Warren Beatty (and rumored others)What’s The Reference: “You’re where you should be all the time / and when you’re not, you’re with some underworld spy of the wife of a close friend” What Went Down: Critics, journalists, and music fans have long pondered who the egotistical man at the center of Carly Simon’s signature 1972 hit could be. Simon has said that the song refers to three men she has known, and has only publicly named one: Warren Beatty.
The 18 Best Beach Boys Albums, Ranked

May 30, 2024 | ranker.com | Kelly Carlin

Lasting Impact: The impact of 1966’s Pet Sounds on popular music and culture can't explicitly be measured, but it can’t be understated, either. From the soundscapes and experimental technical innovations to the dreamy quality of the album overall, Brian Wilson led the Beach Boys to new heights with this classic that helped cement them not as pop stars, but as musical pioneers.
Legendary Solo Acts Who Have Never Won A Grammy Award

May 21, 2024 | ranker.com | Kelly Carlin

Diana Ross is one of the most talented singers of the 20th century. From her time with The Supremes in the 1960s through her solo career in the 1970s and beyond, Ross has influenced countless musicians and artists, and has had 18 number-one singles. In 1976, she was even named Billboard’s “Female Entertainer of the Century.”Despite all this commercial and critical success, Ross has never taken home a regular competition Grammy award, even though she’s been nominated for 12 of them.