The Weight of Death (Thinking of David Berman On August 7th)
Inside the golden days of missing David Berman
Jim Laczkowski
Jim Laczkowski is a Chicago-based musician, podcaster, writer, filmmaker, and librarian.
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Joy, Terror and The Paradox of Choice
Some thoughts that came to mind after a nightmare of being lost in first, a supermarket, but then an entire outdoor landscape.
What's New This Week (07.31.26)
Here to highlight each week writing/podcasts/music via the brain of me, Jim Laczkowski. Start out your week reading, listening or watching media that I recommend or even something I made!
What's New This Week (07.20.26)
Here to highlight each week writing/podcasts/music via the brain of me, Jim Laczkowski. Start out your week reading, listening or watching media that I recommend or even something I made!
Returning In Late July
Folks are contributing more and more during my hiatus both here and at my website and I'm eternally grateful, so I'll be back with writing, music and more soon!
Imperfect Dreams
I know I'm taking a break from writing but first... two of my favorite artists came back from their own extended break. These works of art are important.
Future Subscribers (As of 2026)
I see folks are still subscribing to my Substack here; I've since moved new content to my personal website. Every 2 weeks or so, I'll post a collection of links of recent writing/projects here too :)
Gone For Good
Hi Folks. Substack isn't for me anymore for a plethora of reasons. Mainly the one that everyone talks about the most BUT I am slowly moving everything over to an exciting one-stop shop soon!
Episode 241: Michael Ritchie (feat. Peter Sobczynski)
Dealt with the worst virus/head cold the past week but I made time to record another delightful episode featuring a long overdue return stint from a great Chicago film critic.
B-Side Me Episode #2: Belle & Sebastian
A brand-new music spin-off version of Director's Club, only this time, it's all about music co-hosted with my intelligent, talented fiancée Sharon. This time, we get a little twee!