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About Karl Von Lichtenhollen
Dr. Karl Von Lichtenhollen is a doctor and fellow of the Applied Knowledges at Blödsinn Universität in Munich, Germany (1973). He was born and raised in the Nether Regions area of Holland, near Tainte, which he refers to fondly as a "Dutch Wonderland." Dr. Lichtenhollen once shared a houseboat in Amsterdam with the cast of a geriatric production of HAIR, inspiring his famous essay, "That Which I Cannot Unsee." He is a three-time recipient of the "Iron Feather" award. His hobbies include ascots, Highland wool sweaters and his pipe. He has a cat.
Silhouette of a turkey against a colorful Philadelphia sunset, feature image for Missed Connections: November 2025 on The Local.
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Missed Connections: NOVEMBER 2025

November 1, 2025 Karl Von Lichtenhollen 0

For second helpings, last hurrahs, and the fine art of blissful denial. [more…]

A red balloon floats behind a cracked window in a weathered blue house — eerie, mysterious, and perfect for The Local’s Missed Connections October 2025 Halloween edition.
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Missed Connections: OCTOBER 2025

October 1, 2025 Karl Von Lichtenhollen 2

Unsent messages, restless spirits, and floaty feelings that go bump in the night. [more…]

A lone man sits in a sea of red stadium seats — quiet, expectant, and surrounded by emptiness. Featured image for Missed Connections September 2025.
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Missed Connections: SEPTEMBER 2025

September 1, 2025 Karl Von Lichtenhollen 0

Failed signals, snap judgements, and emotional fumbles on instant replay. [more…]

Lit-up Ferris wheel spinning at night next to a glowing carousel with painted horses.
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Missed Connections: AUGUST 2025

August 1, 2025 Karl Von Lichtenhollen 0

End-of-summer delusions served hot, loud, and spinning in circles. [more…]

Person standing alone at the edge of the ocean, looking down at the water under a bright summer sky.
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Missed Connections: JULY 2025

July 1, 2025 Karl Von Lichtenhollen 0

Sunburnt dispatches from the edge of reason, radiating warmth, abandon, and a whiff of low tide. [more…]

Dozens of mannequin heads in bridal veils and vintage hats, arranged in rows like ghostly brides—an eerie metaphor for strange missed connections.
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Missed Connections: JUNE 2025

June 4, 2025 Karl Von Lichtenhollen 0

Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to scroll through these strange and varied local proposals. [more…]

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Missed Connections: MAY 2025

May 2, 2025 Karl Von Lichtenhollen 0

Open floor plan, closed-off feelings. Whatever you left behind — it’s still here, waiting for you. [more…]

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Missed Connections: APRIL 2025

April 3, 2025 Karl Von Lichtenhollen 0

Objects in mirror are more emotionally inconvenient than they appear. [more…]

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Missed Connections: MARCH 2025

March 1, 2025 Karl Von Lichtenhollen 0

In the face of imminent meltdown, what’s one more questionable decision? [more…]

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Missed Connections: FEBRUARY 2025

February 2, 2025 Karl Von Lichtenhollen 0

They say if you stare at a sunset long enough, a Missed Connection will appear. [more…]

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