Led Zeppelin Almost Never Existed
There were infinite ways things could have gone wrong, countless roadblocks in the face of which Jimmy Page might understandably have given up.
Jon Hersey Apr 29, 2024
Don’t Be a Hyacinth: The Danger of Letting Others Set Your Standards
Hyacinth, rather than set her own standards for success and virtue, judges herself according to how she thinks others regard her social status.
Fahrenheit 451 Provides Inspiration to Create
This dystopian classic eloquently shows the ruin that comes if we abandon intellectual pursuits for mindless pleasure.
Sharing Rational Values through Great TV
SG-1 has given us proof that there are still people out there who will make (and watch) ten seasons of a show about science and reason.
What to Do and Where to Eat in Prague
Prague offers many interesting sights and tasteful bites. Here is a selection of things to do while you visit this wonderful city.
Three Uplifting Songs for Loving Life
Music can inspire us, comfort us, and cheer us up. If you want to live a life that’s bursting with joy, it helps to have upbeat songs for loving life on your playlist. To that end, I’m sharing three of my favorites that celebrate life.
Glen Miller: American Musical Icon
Glenn Miller was a revolutionary bandleader and an American patriot. He defined an era of America’s big band brilliance with beautiful melodies and irresistible energy.
Five Great Life Lessons from the Music of Rush
Music can be a powerful tool for enriching our lives. It can bring us joy, or provide solace during tough times. It can inspire creativity and spark passion. Some music can also teach us valuable life lessons. This is the case with much of the work of the Canadian progressive rock band Rush.
Ella Enchanted: A Fun Celebration of Freedom
Imagine a Cinderella story that’s about something deeper than just a girl being swept off to become a princess. Ella Enchanted, a 2004 film starring Anne Hathaway, is exactly that: a fun film set in a medieval-style kingdom with fairies and elves that demonstrates the importance of freedom.