The Hidden Greek Virtues of Hogwarts Houses
Angel explores how Hogwarts houses reflect Aristotle’s virtues, revealing timeless moral lessons in Harry Potter.
Angelica Walker-Werth Mar 6, 2025
Isolation vs Pursuing Passions in Where the Crawdads Sing
Where the Crawdads Sing depicts the effects of ostracization, abuse, and abandonment on a strong, intelligent girl who is determined not only to survive but to thrive.
Are We Letting Movies Put Ideas In Our Heads?
If we think more actively about the art we consume, we can both limit the how much the bad ideas in art influence us, and increase the power of the good ideas to enhance our lives.
Vicious Cycles in The Girl on the Train
"The Girl on the Train" is a thrilling, twisty mystery with a focus on a dark aspect of psychology.
Problems with Control in Chaos Walking
Chaos Walking is a rich trilogy with many interesting ideas and sci-fi concepts, among them the issue of control versus freedom.
A Love Letter from Taiwan’s Princess of Cello
Unless you’re into Mandopop or Chinese romance films, Nana Ou-Yang is probably not on your radar. But her latest release—Love Letter EP—is a good reason for fans of relaxing, uplifting “New Age” instrumental music to get to know her. Continue...
Navigating the Sea of New Music Releases
"Noteworthy" is an ongoing conversation about new music and music trends, because no algorithm can replace word-of-mouth recommendations.
Introducing Fictionosophy
Thomas Walker-Werth interviews Angel about the purpose and vision of her Substack Fictionosophy and how literature and the ideas in it have affected her personally.
Is My Music Criticism Racist?
In this video, I respond to a viewer accusing me of promoting censorship, racism, and musical fascism.