Writings, Reviews & Views

Seeing Self in Celebrity: An Introduction

Hayden Kopser

Nov 7, 2022

Seeing Self in Celebrity: An Introduction

Introduction to a multi-part analysis of celebrity symbolism and its use in self-discovery. Beginning with Hollywood then expanding beyond

Alien: The Comfort of Being Foreign in Foreign Places

Hayden Kopser

Oct 27, 2022

Alien: The Comfort of Being Foreign in Foreign Places

The comfort of being treated like a foreigner in a foreign land when you find your homeland harder to relate to. Written in Vienna, Austria

Seit Long Ago: Physical Structure as a Cultural Fount and Man's Stage

Hayden Kopser

Oct 12, 2022

Seit Long Ago: Physical Structure as a Cultural Fount and Man's Stage

Europe's history, monuments, and architecture have served as the stage for people acting out life's roles for centuries. Concept examined

Hayden Kopser

Oct 9, 2022

Viennese in the Subtleties

Vienna, Austria's unique culture can be felt in its subtleties. Its historic churches, comfortable coffee shops, and more maintain culture

David from Kingston and the James King Murder: Chapter 1

Hayden Kopser

Jul 20, 2022

David from Kingston and the James King Murder: Chapter 1

“You got this, man!” David reminded himself as he made his best attempt to obtain some semblance of composure in spite of his racing...

Bigfoot and Sea Monster Myths: A Jungian Explanation

Hayden Kopser

Jun 5, 2022

Bigfoot and Sea Monster Myths: A Jungian Explanation

If these creatures are only mythological, how then can one explain their similarities across distant cultures?

Pt. 8 HBO's Succession S.2 Ep.9: Roys Held Hostage, Tom & Gerri (Jerry), Rhea Says No Mas

Hayden Kopser

Jan 14, 2022

Pt. 8 HBO's Succession S.2 Ep.9: Roys Held Hostage, Tom & Gerri (Jerry), Rhea Says No Mas

In this edition of my series on HBO’s Succession, I break down the penultimate episode of Season 2 . The main topics I discuss are: -The...

Pt. 7 HBO Succession S.2 Ep. 7-8: Mother & Horse symbolism, Logan In Scotland, + Bad Rhea Storyline

Hayden Kopser

Jan 10, 2022

Pt. 7 HBO Succession S.2 Ep. 7-8: Mother & Horse symbolism, Logan In Scotland, + Bad Rhea Storyline

In this episode of my Succession breakdown series I discuss: -The younger Roys’ unmotherly mother -Kendall returning to the scene of the...

Pt. 6 HBO Succession S.2 Ep. 5-6: Roys & Pierces Meet, Symposium in the Mountains, Clouds Lifting

Hayden Kopser

Dec 30, 2021

Pt. 6 HBO Succession S.2 Ep. 5-6: Roys & Pierces Meet, Symposium in the Mountains, Clouds Lifting

In this episode I break down what I loved about episode 5 of Succession Season 2 where the Roys visit the Pierce family of Massachusetts...

Hayden Kopser

Dec 16, 2021

Masha: Chapter 9: The Morning After

Jack’s eyes squinted as they met the brilliant morning light, which had crept in through the corner of the window just past the uneven...

Pt. 5 HBO Succession S.2 Ep. 2-4: Under Logan's Thumb, Romulus Returns Sharp Shiv Must Choose Sides

Hayden Kopser

Dec 15, 2021

Pt. 5 HBO Succession S.2 Ep. 2-4: Under Logan's Thumb, Romulus Returns Sharp Shiv Must Choose Sides

In this edition I discuss: -Broad themes occurring in season 2 including Logan’s dark side and its impact on his children's' behavior....

Hayden Kopser

Dec 4, 2021

Apocalypse Epstein

“The horror. The horror.” If you have read The Heart of Darkness or seen Apocalypse Now, you can partially understand what likely...

Pt 4. HBO's Succession Analysis Series: S.2. Opener: Symbolism, Character Dev, and New Storylines

Hayden Kopser

Nov 29, 2021

Pt 4. HBO's Succession Analysis Series: S.2. Opener: Symbolism, Character Dev, and New Storylines

Succession Season 2 Opener Analysis. My thoughts on the 2nd season's symbolism, storylines, and character development beginning in...

Pt 3. HBO's Succession Analysis Series: S.1. Final 2 Ep: Palace intrigue in a Castle, Tolstoy, Etc.

Hayden Kopser

Nov 29, 2021

Pt 3. HBO's Succession Analysis Series: S.1. Final 2 Ep: Palace intrigue in a Castle, Tolstoy, Etc.

A novelist’s breakdown of the final two episodes from season 1 of HBO’s Succession. I focus on the symbolism and overall storylines and...

Pt 2. HBO's Succession Analysis Series: Season 1. Ep 3-8 Desert Symbolism, Romulus & Remus, & More

Hayden Kopser

Nov 29, 2021

Pt 2. HBO's Succession Analysis Series: Season 1. Ep 3-8 Desert Symbolism, Romulus & Remus, & More

Breaking down symbolism from episodes 3-8 of HBO’s succession season 1 including desert symbolism, Romulus & Remus, Kendall finding his...

Pt 1. HBO's Succession Analysis Series: Season 1. Character Name Symbolism

Hayden Kopser

Nov 29, 2021

Pt 1. HBO's Succession Analysis Series: Season 1. Character Name Symbolism

My thoughts on the names chosen for a few of the main characters in HBO’s Succession after finally watching S.1 episodes 1 & 2. Logan Roy...

Hayden Kopser

Nov 29, 2021

The Sopranos & Jungian Fish Symbolism

Check out my recent YouTube video where I provide examples of Jungian fish symbolism used intentionally (or subconsciously) on the Sopranos.

Hayden Kopser

Jun 17, 2021

Masha: Chapter 1: The Vent

The following is an excerpt from the opening chapter of 'Masha', Hayden's 2021 Novella. “Quick! Quick! Rene! It’s gonna’ happen again!...

Music to Fight Your Dad to: The Dawning of Neo-Neo Punk?

Hayden Kopser

Jun 16, 2021

Music to Fight Your Dad to: The Dawning of Neo-Neo Punk?

During an age when disco has made its pop music return through the likes of The Weeknd and Dua Lipa, punk rock, or rather neo punk as...

Art Talk With Hayden & Carolina Conforti

Hayden Kopser

Mar 10, 2021

Art Talk With Hayden & Carolina Conforti

Carolina Conforti, the wonderful host of Art Talks recently hosted Hayden for a wide ranging talk on Fine Art protection, art cyber fraud...

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