Ryan Boyd

Ryan Boyd

  • Joined: November 11, 2023
  • Articles: 25
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RIP #4: Asking Questions

Note: This post is part of the “classic” RIP series, which is described in this initial post for context. (Originally Posted September 27, 2023) The weather is getting chilly, we’re all back in the daily grind and — for me…

RIP #3: The Big Five and Life Outcomes

Note: This post is part of the “classic” RIP series, which is described in this initial post for context. (Originally posted August 30, 2023) What’s that you say? You’re ready for another RIP? Well, let’s do it! For RIP #3,…

RIP #2: Clark and Watson (1995)

Note: This post is part of the “classic” RIP series, which is described in this initial post for context. (Original posted July 31, 2023) As an early graduate student, most (perhaps all) of my research involved mapping some type of…

Oh Coney Dogs, My Coney Dogs

Anthony Bourdain regularly observed that virtually all cultures have their own spin on “meat in tube form” — hot dogs, all kinds of sausages, bratwurst, and so on — all cherished for their deliciousness. Today, let’s celebrate one particular variation:…

RIP #1: The Beginning

Note: This post is part of the “classic” RIP series, which is described in this initial post for context. (Originally Posted on July 17, 2023) Hey gang! I’d like to bring to life a fuzzy thought that has been bouncing…

The Disgust Response

When it comes to food, I don’t use the word “disgusting” very much. People like what they like — you might personally dislike something, but like… that doesn’t mean that it’s objectively gross or weird. It just isn’t your preference. But there…