Stop and watch.
These two TED Talks, published on the TED Talk podcast feed last week, are extraordinary. The first, by author David Epstein, is on the science of athleticism. Are athletes of…
Two conditions are required for justified embarrassment. If these conditions are not present, move on with your life.
Moomin Café in Tokyo has gained notoriety in recent weeks for their offer to seat gigantic stuffed animals across the table from solo diners in an attempt to reduce any…
Three years of storytelling with The Moth
This weekend one of my stories was featured on The Moth Radio Hour. This show is broadcast nationwide on more than 280 radio stations. As a result, I’ve been hearing…
Our children can entertain themselves for long stretches of time. I fear it’s the result of exceedingly boring parents.
I’ve always been impressed with our children’s ability to entertain themselves for long stretches of time without any parental intervention. It’s nothing we can take credit for, unless Elysha and…
Stupid but forgiven
Clara, five year-old daughter: "You're not that smart, Daddy, but don't worry. I forgive you." How magnanimous of her.
The best use of cell phone jamming technology is not being utilized, and I don’t understand why.
In an attempt to ensure safe driving conditions during his commute to work, a Florida man used a cell phone jammer in his car to keep nearby motorists off their…
A simple solution to the lemon and lime shortage that will improve your life at the same time
Perhaps you’ve heard that there is a shortage of lemons and limes in the US. The average U.S. grocery store now commands 53 cents per lime, up from 21 cents…
The double standard of sexist statements
Ruth Reichl, former editor of Gourmet magazine, was interviewed on the Harvard Business Review’s podcast this week. In the course of 14 minutes, she said: “Women leaders are more practical…
Puddle jumpers
Their rain boots came courtesy of Nani and Gramps. The clouds get credit for the rain. The desire to jump in every puddle they see comes from somewhere inside. May…
My appearance on The Moth Radio Hour
I’m thrilled to announce that I will have a story on this week’s Moth Radio Hour. Back in August, I performed at a Main Stage show at the Wilbur Theater,…
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