Tag Archives: People

In ‘The New Face Of America,’ Journalist Alex Wagner Saw Herself

Journalist and author Alex Wagner talks about her memoir, Futureface, which examines multiple identities and inconsistencies in family stories in order to find out where she belongs.

Meet the agoraphobic globetrotter who uses Street View to ‘travel’ the world

Read about a woman who explores the world with Google Streetview, using the project as an artistic outlet and to raise awareness for agoraphobia.

Laughter Is Contagious, But It’s Not Alone

Authors David Sturt and Tood Nurstrum discuss the contagious nature of positive behaviors and emotions, inlcuding how being appeciated by someone makes us want to show our appreciation for others.

Is Social Connection the Best Path to Happiness?

Click this link to learn about a recent study that suggests connecting with others can make people happier.

Nouns Slow Down Our Speech

A surprising quirk found across many languages makes it a little bit harder to express yourself.

How to Conquer Your Most Common Fears

You probably have good reasons for some of the things that scare you, but that shouldn’t stop you from enjoying life.

Healing the Ocean with a Garden of Coral

Ken Nedimyer farms coral that is then replanted into reefs in an attempt to save dying aquatic ecosystems.

What makes a hero?

Heroes can’t be described using an exact science, but many heroes share personality traits outlined in the article.

How Much Food Do We Waste? Probably More Than You Think

Food waste is a global problem that plagues producers and consumers. Read about the causes and harmful effects.

El Sueno: An Americano Project

Tom Kiefer, a former Border Patrol janitor, collected items confiscated from people trying to cross the Mexico-United States border. Look through the photos in the article to see the personal belongings of those who embarked on this dangerous journey.

A Conversation With Native Americans on Race

Only when we listen to a racial perspective different than ours can we deepen our understanding of others’ experiences. Watch as Native Americans share their views and struggles pertaining to their race.

Two amputations a week: the cost of working in a US meat plant

Despite increased training and safety measures, serious injuries for US meat plant workers is not a thing of the past. This article details the dangers workers face while on the job.

Why Your Brain Sometimes Hears Sounds That Don’t Exist

Your brain can trick you into hearing things that aren’t there in a phenomenon called “aural illusions.” Watch the video to test your brain and ears.

New Study Says We Could Be Alone in the Universe

Are humans the only intelligent lifeforms in the universe or have aliens remained undiscovered due to limited data sets? This article presents both sides of a question that many find impossible to answer: Are we alone?

Commonality Vs. Common Ground—What’s the Difference?

Psychologist Kathy Cramer offers advice on how to have a conversation with someone who has a differing viewpoint.

Countries with Less Gender Equity Have More Women in STEM–Huh?

Psychologist Adam Mastroianni and biologist Dakota McCoy argue that environmental factors, not innate interests, dissuade women from pursuing science and math.

Kenya and Wangari Maathai: Taking Root

This video gives an overview of the impact human rights activist and environmentalist Wangari Maathai had in Kenya.

How to make it as a female war correspondent

Journalists in war zones have one of the most dangerous—and compelling—of jobs. Learn about a pioneering woman who worked as a war correspondent from the dawn of World War II.