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I have been posting to this blog every day since 2005.
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Brilliant comeback
I’m writing a book of advice for kids. Included in the book are comebacks that Read More
I haven’t been bored in decades
I don’t understand boredom. How is it possible in a world filled with so much Read More
Potential friend list
Years ago, I created a Friendship Application — a means of identifying the quality of Read More
Emily Calandrelli, 100th woman in space, refuses to bow to ‘small men on the internet’
Emily Calandrelli, an MIT engineer and TV host known as “Space Gal,” became the 100th Read More
Dissent reduces conformity
I’ve been described by many as a non-conformist. Also disagreeable, unconventional, critical, and obstructionist. I Read More
I live to fight another day
I told my students that due to weather and travel complications on a snow day, Read More
Spiders are evil
A spider is living in the upstairs hallway. Clara has named him Frank after Frank Read More
My favorite part in “Bambi”
A woman beside me on the plane looks at my phone. I’m watching an SNL Read More
Sunlight can only be pictured with shadows
Diary entry of James Webb Young, advertising executive and, two years after writing this entry, Read More
My Stories
As an author, podcaster, and performer, my life is a series of stories that continue to unfold. Dive into my books, explore insightful articles, read daily musings on my blog, watch engaging videos, and tune into my podcasts. Each format offers a unique slice of my narrative adventure.