Below is the idea I submitted for NBC's Education Nation Town Hall. Though it was not picked (perhaps because of my critique of their program), I believe there is great potential in combating the apathy and boredom that leads to student disengagement and higher dropout...
Carolyn Steel provides some relevant historical context for how we eat and the way food has shaped our cities and societies. Her plea for more mindfulness and sustainability is not only rational, it will one day become imperative. Great for providing background information for...
Janine Benyus showcases some innovative breakthroughs in science and engineering thanks to biomimicry, which seeks to emulate "Nature's best biological ideas to solve human problems". It is a fascinating and enlightening peak at an emerging trend built around the simple essential question, "How has nature overcome...