Article Archives: Bumps in the Night

The Kinks’ Lola — A Transgender Anthem Revisited, Part 2

June 9, 2016 | by Al Hunter

Last week, we revisited The Kinks classic transgender anthem, “Lola.” It seemed like the right time to take a look back since the subject has been in the news so much lately. Trouble was, contrary to what you may think, the transgender subject the song alludes to was not the … Read More

The Kinks’ Lola — A Transgender Anthem Revisited, Part 1

June 2, 2016 | by Al Hunter

Transgender questions have been in the news a lot lately, but for Baby Boomers, Generation Xers, and Millennials, it’s nothing new. Forty-five years ago this week, Ray Davies of the Kinks was frantically scrambling from continent to continent on a last minute mission to change the lyrics of the most … Read More

Grave Goods — You Can’t Take It With You

May 26, 2016 | by Al Hunter

Grave goods, in archaeology and anthropology, are defined as items buried along with the body. In ancient times, grave goods were seen as offerings to the gods. In modern times, they are usually personal possessions or supplies designed to smooth the deceased’s journey into the afterlife. I’ve always been fascinated … Read More

Bruce Springsteen & Elvis Presley

May 19, 2016 | by Al Hunter

A couple of weeks ago we passed another one of those anniversaries that fascinate me. My favorites are those events that involve history colliding with pop culture and celebrity. Sixteen-year-old Bill Clinton photographed meeting John F. Kennedy at the White House, six-year-old Teddy Roosevelt photographed watching the funeral cortege of … Read More

Indiana State Museum 200 Objects Exhibit Revisited

May 12, 2016 | by Al Hunter

Last week, I wrote an article detailing the excellent exhibit at the Indiana State Museum called “200 Objects.” It tells the story of the great state of Indiana through objects associated with the Hoosier state. It will be on display now through January 29, 2017 and you should venture down … Read More