The Body Keeps the Score

Nathanael Miller / 13 April 2025 Bessel Van Der Kolk’s brilliant examination of the physiological impact of trauma reduces to a truth rooted in classical physics: energy can transformed or stored, but never destroyed. Whatever one’s belief about the existence of the human soul, humans are more than merely biological machines. Human beings transcend simple … Continue reading The Body Keeps the Score

Coming soon: Black Lion

A brief excerpt from "Black Lion," the sixth "Accidental Detective" novel, coming this September! Join the adventure as Isaac Shepherd and Dionne Robertson initiate the final battle with the greatest psychopath they've ever encountered!Available in paperback or ebook format on Amazon Sept. 20th!----------------------------------------“Good evening, Mr. Lýkos,” Shepherd said clearly in a ringing tone, “Would you … Continue reading Coming soon: Black Lion

Autism 51 – Of Neurons and Networks

Being autistic means having a very rigid way of thinking, and of usually feeling disconnected from humanity. Let’s chat for a few minutes so I can offer you some illustrations, some metaphors so you can better understand why our thinking is so black-and-white, and why we have difficulty feeling connections. I’m not a doctor, but … Continue reading Autism 51 – Of Neurons and Networks

Short Takes – The Pony Express

Come ride along with the Pony Express here on Short Takes! Looming large in the mythos of the American Wild West, the Pony Express only operated for 18 months before fading into history. Come take a brief look at the United States’ first transcontinental high-speed mail delivery system! https://youtu.be/J319KWEDWZE #nathanaelmiller, #sparks1524, #ponyexpress, #shorttakes, #wildwest, #western, … Continue reading Short Takes – The Pony Express

Sleight of Pen – The King of Omashu

PENSACOLA, Fla. (April 25, 2024) – M. Night Shyamalan created one of the greatest literary twists of all time in 1999’s The Sixth Sense. Shyamalan needed a mere 108 minutes to stun audiences so completely that The Sixth Sense is rightly credited as a master class in a perfectly executed twist, but a 24-minute cartoon … Continue reading Sleight of Pen – The King of Omashu

Cutthroat Island – The Underrated Classic

Pensacola, Fla. (Feb. 15, 2024) – Cutthroat Island was a disaster. The movie cost around $100 million—and that was back in 1995! The film grossed about $10 million, and its losses were so high that Carolco Pictures’ financial hull was holed, sinking the studio to the depths of Davey Jones’ Locker. Of course, Carolco was … Continue reading Cutthroat Island – The Underrated Classic

Frontiers – Lincoln Logs

Come explore the frontiers of American history by visiting the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln! Born in 1809 in a log cabin nestled in the Kentucky frontier, Lincoln would rise through tragedy, set-back, and multiple business failures to become a successful lawyer and, eventually, President of the United States. Join me for a brief tour of … Continue reading Frontiers – Lincoln Logs

Short Takes: Unexpected Ships — USS Memphis

Another Unexpected Ships here on Short Takes! Strolling about Nashville’s scenic Centennial Park can reveal the bronze scrollwork from the bow of the cruiser USS Memphis (CA 10), a ship that started life as USS Tennessee! Join me for the story of USS Memphis—the USS Tennessee before the USS Tennessee! https://youtu.be/EbnGh-4CaRg #nathanaelmiller, #sparks1524, #shorttakes, #tennessee, … Continue reading Short Takes: Unexpected Ships — USS Memphis

Autism 51 – Feelings, Nothing More Than Feelings

NEW VIDEO! Step into the experience of living with autism. This is a neurological problem that, among other things, impedes the ability of us on the spectrum to perceive and feel emotions in real time. This lack of emotional sensation and reality helps to isolate us from our peers, and can create real difficulty for … Continue reading Autism 51 – Feelings, Nothing More Than Feelings

Travel Log – Where It All Began

FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla., (Oct. 9, 2023) –Speeding automobiles daily whoosh past a serene relic from the first civilizations to inhabit the area—the Fort Walton Beach Indian Temple Mound. The Indian Temple Mound and Indian Temple Mound Museum are the centerpieces of the City of Fort Walton Beach Heritage Park & Cultural Center, a gathering … Continue reading Travel Log – Where It All Began