Essays

#4: Svoolyard for the soul

A piece on the holidays and my favorite family recipe. Welcome back to the GRIEF AND MEDIA PROJECT!

Dec 2 •

Alex Piscatelli

The loss of Liam Payne, and the importance of community in grief

An essay on the One Direction fandom following the death of Liam Payne. Welcome back to the GRIEF AND MEDIA PROJECT.

Oct 26 •

Alex Piscatelli

I got a text: an exploration of reality TV as a backbone of our society and in grief

a media deep dive all about Love Island and its impact

Jul 18 •

Alex Piscatelli

#3: Hold me closer, tiny dancer

An essay in honor of my dad and 10 Father's Days without him. Welcome back to the GRIEF AND MEDIA PROJECT!

Jun 27 •

Alex Piscatelli

#2: It's my 28th birthday, and I'll cry in Party City if I want to

An essay on growing up. Welcome back to the GRIEF AND MEDIA PROJECT!

May 25 •

Alex Piscatelli

#1: Honestly, who am I?

An essay on identity following loss. Welcome back to the GRIEF AND MEDIA PROJECT!

Apr 20 •

Alex Piscatelli

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