Joe StarrWhen I was about 10 years old I was amazed to learn that racial discrimination was perfectly legal…Someone born 6 years from now will be 50 years old some day. And they will feel the same way I felt when I was 10. They will find it hard…Jun 16, 2020Jun 16, 2020
Joe StarrThe Racing OakThey called me The Plant Man because I could put a chopstick in soil and get it to grow. I once got a matchstick to grow a leaf out of its…May 24, 2017May 24, 2017
Joe StarrGoodnight KurtI was sitting in a New York City bar that was dark and old. Only a few true drinkers were in the place and by true drinkers I mean people…May 24, 2017May 24, 2017
Joe StarrThe WallI stand here because I was built here. A wall. THE wall. That’s what the people have always called me. I am the single wall that was…May 24, 2017May 24, 2017
Joe StarrMy idol & my best friendA few years ago I got text from Max Alexander. It read: “Tomorrow Lunch 11 Friars JL”. I called him right away and said, “Who’s paying?” We…May 24, 2017May 24, 2017
Joe StarrIf he were only on a trip.People have asked why I haven’t written in a long time. It’s been over half a year really, other than the recent piece about the first time…May 24, 2017May 24, 2017
Joe Starr“I’ll see you on TV”We were out to dinner with family tonight and a young girl (maybe 13) and her Father came over to the table.May 24, 2017May 24, 2017
Joe StarrThe Hug. The Tickle. The Connection.As a child I liked corners. I liked under beds and behind open doors. I liked small spaces because I could feel the pressure of the walls…May 9, 2016May 9, 2016