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KWEI JONES QUARTEY | BLOG
Kwei Quartey, MD, blogs about African writing and literature, African mysteries, being a Ghanaian-American writer, travel to Africa and beyond, human rights, politics, popular culture, and medicine.
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Humpty Dumpty Climbed Too High: The Soaring Cost of Eggs
Humpty Dumpty climbed up high, And egged-on prices kissed the sky. All the king’s horses and all the king’s men, Couldn't bring Humpty...
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Jan 303 min read
Understanding Oligarchy and Its Implications in America
What is an Oligarchy? An oligarchy is a system of governance where power is concentrated in the hands of a few individuals or families....
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Jan 194 min read
The Brain on Conspiracies: Understanding the Neurological Differences Between Believers and Non-Believers
Introduction As the election season is upon us, conspiracy theories are taking on new importance, influencing public opinion and voting...
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Oct 28, 20243 min read
25 Effective Ways to Combat Political Stress Syndrome (PSS) During Election Season
What is Political Stress Syndrome (PSS)? Political Stress Syndrome (PSS) is an increasingly recognized mental health concern....
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Oct 12, 20243 min read
Migraines: 10 Helpful Tips From a Doctor-Writer-Patient Who Knows
As a physician, I've dedicated my life to helping others navigate their health challenges. Yet, since the age of ten, I've been grappling...
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Sep 26, 20244 min read
The Whitewashed Tombs: Reflecting on Medicine, Printing, and Writing as Lifelong Practices
Writing and Medicine: A Shared Commitment to Lifelong Improvement As an author and former medical doctor, the release of my latest novel...
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Sep 4, 20244 min read
The Start Of A New Era?
Dread and Depression: The Re-Election Campaign of President Biden As President Biden campaigned for re-election, a cloud of dread and...
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Aug 7, 20244 min read
THE WHITEWASHED TOMBS SNEAK PEEK VIDEO
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Jul 19, 20241 min read
Behind the Scenes: How I Created THE WHITEWASHED TOMBS
The Whitewashed Tombs: September 3, 2024 The Seed of an Idea for THE WHITEWASHED TOMBS In the third novel of the Emma Djan series, LAST...
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Jun 25, 20243 min read
The 10 Most Hackneyed and Ridiculous Tropes in Crime Movies
Crime movies are a beloved genre, full of suspense, drama, and action. But let's face it, they can also be chock-full clichés ranging...
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Jun 14, 20242 min read
Kwei’s Film Reviews--20: Who Will Take Home the Gold? Predicting the 2024 Oscar Winners
THE ACADEMY OF MOTION PICTURES ARTS AND SCIENCES 96TH OSCAR CEREMONY IS MARCH 10, 2024 Predicting Oscar winners: Academy Awards forecasts...
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Mar 9, 20244 min read
Kwei’s Film Reviews-19--Oscar 2024: “Poor Things"
[The 2024 Oscars will take place on March 10, 2024.] In my film reviews, I start with the benchmark of five stars and then deduct half or...
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Mar 7, 20243 min read
Kwei’s Film Reviews-18--Oscar 2024 : “Anatomy Of A Fall”
Plot Overview "Anatomy of a Fall" plunges us into a chilling narrative where Sandra Voyter, portrayed by the spellbinding Sandra Huller,...
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Feb 27, 20242 min read
Kwei’s Film Reviews-17--Oscar 2024 : “American Fiction."
[The 2024 Oscars will take place on March 10, 2024. Until then, I’ll review as many Best Picture films as possible.] In my film reviews,...
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Feb 17, 20242 min read
Kwei’s Film Reviews-16--Oscar 2024 : “Killers of The Flower Moon”
[The 2024 Oscars will take place on March 10, 2024. Until then, I’ll review as many Best Picture films as possible.] In my film reviews,...
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Feb 9, 20242 min read
Kwei’s Film Reviews-15--Oscar 2024 : “Oppenheimer”
[The 2024 Oscars will take place on March 10, 2024. Until then, I’ll review as many Best Picture films as possible.] In my film reviews,...
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Jan 27, 20243 min read
10 Things You May Not Know About Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: Unearthing the Lesser-Known
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a beacon of the Civil Rights Movement, is often celebrated for his iconic roles and speeches. However,...
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Jan 15, 20242 min read
Kwei’s Film Reviews-14: Is Netflix’s “Good Grief" Worth the Pain?
In my film reviews, I start with the benchmark of five stars and then deduct half or one point if the film falls short in any of the...
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Jan 7, 20243 min read
Kwei’s Film Reviews-13: Is Netflix’s Rom-Com "Single All The Way" Worth the Watch?
In my film reviews, I start with the benchmark of five stars and then deduct half or one point if the film falls short in any of the...
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Dec 20, 20233 min read
Discovering New Worlds: Exploring Literature through OCTAVIA’S BOOKSHELF and THE MISSING AMERICAN
Octavia's Bookshelf: A Tribute to Diversity and Literary Legacy Homage to a great novelist In the vibrant heart of Pasadena, a new...
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Dec 17, 20233 min read
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