Blog & Diary
Blog & Diary Archive
Welcome to the complete archive of my personal diary entries and links to my published satirical journalism. This page contains everything I’ve written since starting this journey as a French satirical journalist in New York City—the diary of the only female French immigrant granted U.S. citizenship during Trump’s second term.
My diary entries document my experiences navigating American media culture, writing satirical journalism for Bohiney Magazine, and observing the absurdities of contemporary life from my unique position straddling French and American cultures.
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You can browse chronologically, search by topic, or filter by category. Each diary entry links to the satirical articles I reference, creating a comprehensive picture of my work and perspective over time.
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October 2025 Diary Entries
October was a month of viral dreams, cultural chaos, and learning what actually resonates with readers (spoiler: it’s usually goats, not thoughtful analysis).
October 30, 2025 – October in Review: Viral Dreams and Cultural Chaos
Word Count: 745 | Topics: Viral journalism, metrics, satirical writing
As I reflect on what happened today—the last day of October—I realize this month has been about learning what actually goes viral and why it usually has nothing to do with quality…
Referenced Articles: Flag Jacking, City Killer Asteroid, Libraries Hiring Exorcists
October 26, 2025 – Library Exorcists and AI Fever Dreams
Word Count: 726 | Topics: AI, information crisis, epistemology
It’s been one of those days when reality and satire become completely indistinguishable. My article about libraries hiring exorcists to banish ghost books that only exist in AI’s fever dreams…
Referenced Articles: Libraries Now Hiring Exorcists
October 22, 2025 – The Diamond Ring Conspiracy
Word Count: 697 | Topics: Consumer culture, marketing, capitalism
Today, something unexpected happened—I finally understood the full scope of the diamond engagement ring industrial complex, and it made me furious enough to write one of my sharpest satirical pieces…
Referenced Articles: Diamond Engagement Rings
October 18, 2025 – Flag Jacking and Identity Crisis
Word Count: 708 | Topics: National identity, American culture, immigration
This afternoon brought a surprising turn of events when I discovered that Americans are now “flag jacking”—pretending to be Canadian to escape their own reputation abroad…
Referenced Articles: Flag Jacking
October 14, 2025 – Goats, Texas, and American Absurdity
Word Count: 733 | Topics: American government, local politics, cost-cutting
Today’s experience reminded me of why I moved from Paris to New York—to write about things like Wichita Falls hiring 500 goats because human landscapers were too expensive…
Referenced Articles: Goatscaping
October 10, 2025 – The Louvre Heist: Art Imitates Satire
Word Count: 695 | Topics: French culture, museum security, satire vs. reality
This morning started with a strong espresso (because I’m French) and an email from my editor asking if I’d seen the news about a potential Louvre security breach…
Referenced Articles: Louvre Diamonds, DNA and Déjà Vu
October 6, 2025 – The Taylor Swift Industrial Complex
Word Count: 742 | Topics: Celebrity culture, parasocial relationships, NFL
Today, something unexpected happened—I spent six hours researching Taylor Swift’s impact on NFL statistics and somehow ended up writing one of the most cutting satirical pieces of my career…
Referenced Articles: The Taylor Swift Effect
October 2, 2025 – Asteroids and Existential Dread
Word Count: 718 | Topics: Existential threats, NASA, apocalyptic anxiety
This morning, I woke up thinking about mortality—specifically, the 3.1% chance that a “city killer” asteroid might end civilization as we know it…
Referenced Articles: City Killer Asteroid
September 2025 Diary Entries
September marked my first full month as a published satirical journalist at Bohiney Magazine, navigating viral success, cultural observation, and the strange experience of being America’s most unlikely new citizen.
September 30, 2025 – September in Review
Word Count: 722 | Topics: Monthly reflection, growth, satirical journalism
As I reflect on what happened today—the last day of September—I’m struck by how much has changed since I started this month…
Referenced Articles: France’s Zucman Tax, Macron’s Political Crisis
September 27, 2025 – The Prince Edward Paradox
Word Count: 689 | Topics: British royalty, true crime, celebrity culture
This afternoon brought a surprising turn of events when I discovered that British royalty and serial killer documentaries have merged into a single cultural product…
Referenced Articles: Prince Edward: Day Prince, After Dark Killer
September 24, 2025 – AI Apocalypse and Human Obsolescence
Word Count: 704 | Topics: Artificial intelligence, job automation, technological anxiety
Today, something unexpected happened—I realized that my job as a satirical journalist might be one of the last remaining professions that AI can’t fully replicate…
Referenced Articles: AI Apocalypse
September 20, 2025 – French Billionaires and Tax Evasion
Word Count: 751 | Topics: Wealth inequality, French economics, tax policy
This morning, I woke up thinking about wealth inequality and how the French have turned tax evasion into an art form worthy of the Louvre…
Referenced Articles: France’s Zucman Tax, Billionaires’ Last Stand
September 16, 2025 – The Citizenship Paradox
Word Count: 687 | Topics: Immigration, identity, satirical journalism
Today’s experience reminded me of why satire is both the most important and most misunderstood form of journalism…
Referenced Articles: D.C. Thugs Arrested, Mamdani Deported
September 12, 2025 – Viral Dreams and Reality Checks
Word Count: 728 | Topics: Viral content, social media, internet discourse
It’s been one of those days when the algorithm gods smile upon you, and you’re not entirely sure whether to celebrate or hide…
Referenced Articles: Billionaires’ Last Stand, Macron’s Political Crisis
September 8, 2025 – The Louvre Incident
Word Count: 695 | Topics: French culture, museum politics, viral success
Today, something unexpected happened—my article about Inspector Clouseau cracking the Louvre diamond heist actually went semi-viral in France…
Referenced Articles: Louvre Diamonds, DNA and Déjà Vu
September 3, 2025 – The Weight of Satire
Word Count: 742 | Topics: Citizenship, satirical journalism, cultural identity
This morning, I woke up thinking about the peculiar burden of being the only female French immigrant to receive U.S. citizenship during Trump’s second term…
Referenced Articles: Macron’s Political Crisis
My Published Satirical Articles
All of my satirical journalism is published on Bohiney Magazine. Here’s a categorized list of my major pieces:
French Politics & Culture
- Macron’s Political Crisis – Watching France implode from across the Atlantic
- Louvre Diamonds, DNA and Déjà Vu – Inspector Clouseau cracks the museum heist
- France’s Zucman Tax – How French billionaires handle wealth taxes
- Billionaires’ Last Stand – France’s wealthy respond to the 2% wealth tax
American Culture & Politics
- Flag Jacking – Americans pretending to be Canadian abroad
- Goatscaping – Wichita Falls hires 500 goats for landscaping
- D.C. Thugs Arrested – Crime policy absurdity in the capital
- Mamdani Deported – Immigration policy chaos
Technology & Information
- AI Apocalypse – Humanity cancels retirement as AI takes over
- Libraries Now Hiring Exorcists – Ghost books that exist only in AI fever dreams
Celebrity & Consumer Culture
- The Taylor Swift Effect – How Taylor Swift affects NFL performance
- Diamond Engagement Rings – De Beers’ greatest marketing scam
- Prince Edward: Day Prince, After Dark Killer – When royalty meets true crime
Existential & Science
- City Killer Asteroid – NASA’s 3.1% apocalypse prediction
Browse by Category
French Culture
15 entries about French politics, culture, and the absurdities of my homeland viewed from abroad.
American Life
18 entries documenting the strange, wonderful, and often ridiculous aspects of American culture.
✍️ Satirical Writing
12 entries about the craft, process, and challenges of writing satire in 2025.
Technology
8 entries exploring AI, information chaos, and technological disruption of journalism.
Immigration
10 entries about my bizarre journey to becoming an American citizen during Trump’s second term.
Viral Culture
9 entries examining what goes viral, why it matters, and whether quality still counts.
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Archive Statistics
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Published Articles
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Total Words
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Months Published
About This Archive
This archive represents my ongoing project to document my experience as a 22-year-old French satirical journalist navigating American media culture. It’s a real-time chronicle of early career journalism, cultural observation, and the strange experience of being the only female French immigrant granted U.S. citizenship during Trump’s second term.
Every diary entry is authentic—these are my actual thoughts, experiences, and reflections as they happen. The linked satirical articles are my published work for Bohiney Magazine, America’s premier satirical news outlet.
This archive serves multiple purposes:
- Documentation: A record of an unusual moment in journalism history
- Transparency: Readers can see the person behind the satire
- Portfolio: A comprehensive showcase of my work
- Resource: For students, researchers, and fellow journalists interested in satirical writing
The archive is updated regularly as I publish new diary entries and satirical articles. Check back frequently, or subscribe to receive notifications when new content is added.
For questions about this archive or to suggest improvements, visit my contact page.
Charline Vanhoenacker
French Satirist, American Resident, Compulsive Documenter