Tag Archives: Zeus

Zeus Names Trump The Greek God Of Lying

Posted on November 8, 2018 by Austin

Zeus, having recently become a huge fan of American Politics, today named President Donald Trump the Greek God of Lying. “He is so good at it, that he believes his own lies,” Zeus explained via Skype from Mount Olympus.  “He … Continue reading →

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Blood Moons, Eclipses, Floods…Is God Trying To Break Up With Us?

Posted on October 1, 2015 by Austin

What if God was one of us?/ Just a slob like one of us?/ Just a stranger on the bus/ Trying to break up with us??? Joan Osborne might have written those first three lines, Modern Philosophers, but I had … Continue reading →

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Is Joe Just “Biden” His Time?

Posted on August 6, 2015 by Austin

As the 200 or so Republican Presidential Candidates gather in Cleveland for tonight’s first debate, this Modern Philosopher met with his most trusted political advisers. The question that weighed most heavily on my mind was one that should be on … Continue reading →

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Who Picks Up The Check When Zeus And Pope Francis Go To Lunch?

Posted on April 11, 2015 by Austin

Despite the ugly weather, I’d decided to go out for a walk.  I was hoping the fresh air would clear my head of the thoughts that were leading me down a path darkened by black clouds and despair. The walk … Continue reading →

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Guest Blogger: When Zeus Met Austin…

Posted on February 7, 2015 by Austin

Trying to stay in a Summer state of mind, I thought I’d share this post from my Summer Vacation. Zeus was a Guest Blogger while I relaxed on Coven Island. In this post, he explains how we met…

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What If Snow Is Just The Cocaine Of The Gods?

Posted on January 31, 2015 by Austin

As you can probably tell from the title of this post, Modern Philosophers, my Post Traumatic Snow Disorder has been acting up again today. Just look at this photo of me from this morning if you don’t believe me. It’s … Continue reading →

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Mayor McCheese To Do French Reality TV Series After Election Day Heartbreak

Posted on January 21, 2015 by Austin

The day after President Obama delivered his State of the Union Address, my favorite politician stopped by The House on the Hill to deliver his State of the McCheese. I hadn’t seen my good friend Mayor McCheese, Modern Philosophers, since … Continue reading →

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The All Hallows Society Named This Blog’s 2014 Beings Of The Year!

Posted on December 31, 2014 by Austin

Happy New Year’s Eve, Modern Philosophers! I am thrilled to announce that the All Hallows Society, Maine’s all powerful and ultra top secret commission that watches over Otherworldly Beings, has been named this blog’s 2014 Beings of the Year! The … Continue reading →

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Zeus Admits To Lightning Strikes After Unexpected Election Results

Posted on November 10, 2014 by Austin

Gods usually avoid politics, Modern Philosophers, and for good reason. Yesterday, I sat down with Zeus, the Father of the Greek Gods and Campaign Manager for Mayor McCheese, to discuss the recent Maine Gubernatorial Election. Zeus’ candidate, despite having a … Continue reading →

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I Advise You That I’m Not Lovin’ It

Posted on November 9, 2014 by Austin

Dear Modern Philosopher, I am a fellow Mainer, who was inspired by your blog to be one of the first people in line at my polling place on Election Day. I was ready for change.  It was time to get … Continue reading →

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