People & culture
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Nipsey Hussle:
A Blueprint for Legacy in Black History The Man Beyond the Music Born Ermias Joseph Asghedom in 1985, Nipsey Hussle wasn’t just a rapper—he was a movement. His name, an ode to hustle and perseverance, defined his entire life. Raised in South Los Angeles, he navigated gang culture, systemic oppression, and economic hardship, but rather…
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‘I Cut, You Choose’ In Stonemaier’s ‘Stamp Swap’ Tile Placem…
[ad_1] Stamp Swap is from the designer of Honey Buzz and Genotype, Paul Salomon. Now, he brings stamp collecting to life with a fairly well designed game with some fun tiles to look at while playing. The game is designed for 1-5 players, and the game takes 30-60 minutes to play. You will be drafting…
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The Nature of Human Stupidity Explained by The 48 Laws of Po…
[ad_1] It’s practically guaranteed that we now have more stupid people on the planet than ever before. Of course, we might be tempted to think; just look at how many of them disagree with my politics. But this unprecedented stupidity is primarily, if not entirely, a function of an unprecedentedly large global population. The more…
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Friday is Yours:
Own the Weekend, Master Your Craft Friday. That magic word. The signal that the workweek is over, and freedom is within reach. For most, it means unwinding, kicking back, and escaping the grind for a couple of days. But for those who want more out of life, Friday isn’t the finish line—it’s the launchpad. The…
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Keep Going!
The Relentless Path to Winning The Difference Between Stagnation and Growth There’s an unease in the air. You see it everywhere—on the streets, in airports, at nightclubs, in stores where shoplifting has become more than just an act of desperation. People are overwhelmed, discouraged, and trapped in their circumstances. They feel stuck, out of options,…
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The Working Homeless: A Widespread Struggle
The working homeless are an ever-growing population, hidden in plain sight. These are individuals holding full-time jobs, contributing to their communities, and striving for better lives while lacking stable housing. Cars, vans, and RVs have become their shelters, not by choice but out of necessity. This is not about laziness or irresponsibility—it’s about a system…
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Complexity on a Blade’s Edge: How Mythcraft Enhanced Strives…
[ad_1] For over a decade, TTRPG community fans often debated whether they preferred Dungeons and Dragons or Pathfinder. These two games are the leading TTRPGs on the marketplace, although publishers are striving to create their competitors. Whether it is Kobold Press’ Tales of the Valiant, MCDM’s Draw Steel, or Darrington Press’ Daggerheart, fantasy-themed game fans…
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The Lingo Has Changed:
Navigating the Evolution of Communication Language has always been a living, breathing entity. It changes as people change, reflecting cultural shifts, technological advances, and generational attitudes. But it also makes sense according to the “Laws of Correspondence.” Today, we’re witnessing one of the most dramatic evolutions of language in recent memory, and it’s fascinating, polarizing,…
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40 of the most exciting books to read in 2025
[ad_1] Gallery Books, Alfred A. Knopf, Penguin Press (Credit: Gallery Books, Alfred A. Knopf, Penguin Press) From the most anticipated literary debuts to the return of heavyweights like Stephen King and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, there’s plenty to add to your TBR pile this year. Canongate Books, Knopf, Pamela Dorman Books (Credit: Canongate Books, Knopf, Pamela…
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The Zebra’s Fight:
A Lesson in Sticking to the Plan, Staying the Course, and Fighting for Victory The savannah holds lessons that transcend its vast expanse. Watching a lion battle a zebra is more than a display of predator and prey—it’s a metaphor for life’s unyielding challenges. As I witnessed this zebra’s struggle for survival, it mirrored the…