Archive - Everything Is Amazing

February 2025

Open Thread: What are your most helpful ideas for difficult times?

Keeping the faith, one working hypothesis at a time.

Feb 21 •

It's Only Ice (Like Nothing You've Ever Seen)

I recently went on my friend Pam’s terrific new podcast, which is all about getting sacked - and I talked about losing the second-best writing job I’ve…

Feb 7 •

Thanks But I'll Walk, Scotty

On Star Trek's horrifying transporters - and why Nature just wants to have fun.

Feb 3 •

January 2025

The Balloon That Wouldn't Come Down

"I could not see the hands of the watch, nor the fine divisions on any instrument..."

Jan 19 •

The Curious About Everything Newsletter #46

The many interesting things I read in December 2024

Published on Curious About Everything • Jan 6

December 2024

November 2024

Hooked On A Feeling

The amazing (and creepy) power of great felt writing.

Nov 18, 2024 •

A Course To Make Them Care

(Please don't click on the schlager music.)

Nov 15, 2024 •

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