Animal Sounds Around the World
Some fun Friday language explorations — why do animal make different sounds in different languages?
50 Years Later, What Neil Armstrong Saw Out His Window
A simulation of what Neil Armstrong saw as he guided the lunar module in for a landing made via NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Camera.
Things Called “American” in Different Countries
A Friday video showing different things around the world that are called, “American”.
Regional Accents of the United States
A Friday video offering 50 different regional accents from 50 states in America.
Cutting Through the Headline Hype on Medical Studies
Two videos offer tips on separating the actual research done in medical studies from the often over-hyped media coverage.
Leaving Behind the Outrage Economy
Some thoughts about using social media in a more intentional and humane manner, and video presentation by Dan Harvey on why outrage and anger are so prevalent (and valuable) online.
Friday Potion Puzzler
A puzzle to keep your brain active on a Friday…
Conference Season Is Here: Are you Prepared?
Jasmine Wallace shares strategies for getting the most out of attending publishing meetings.
Apple’s Vision of the Future (from 1987)
A look back at a glorious Apple promotional video from 1987, as the company predicted a rosy future while just on the edge of its darkest period.
Remembering Sydney Brenner
Remembering one of the founding fathers of molecular biology and modern genetics, Sydney Brenner.
Oak Beams and Planning for the Long Term
In our day to day lives as publishers, we too often lose track of the long term. A University of Oxford plan provides a stellar example of how to think about the far future.
Alien, the Stage Play
It’s Friday — take a break with this glorious high school stage production of a famous science fiction movie.
A Library of Color
The Forbes Pigment Collection offers a unique library of materials for the preservation and analysis of artworks.
Writing Styles, Roald Dahl, and Writing Huts
We all have our individual approaches to work. Here, author Roald Dahl offers a tour of his process and his backyard writing hut.
When Does Enhancement Become Deceit? Advertising Food Tricks
Think science has issues with image manipulation? Wait till you see these advertising tricks used to make food look appetizing.