The Creative Pragmatist

The Creative Pragmatist

The Arc's Demand

An analogy for contemplation.

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Gabriel Smilovic
May 19, 2026
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A few weeks ago, over fresh pasta on the first warm night of the year, one of those evenings where the city finally exhales and everyone simultaneously decides to be outside - my friend Will Damron (of Taste by Will) introduced me to Bobby Flay. I grew up watching Bobby Flay. Before I knew what I wanted to do with my life, before I had any language for …

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