I watched The Human Experience tonight, and I have to say it was a truly beautiful documentary. If the footage of the children in Peru in particular doesn't move you, chances are you aren't alive inside. Within the first 30 seconds of the documentary starting, I could tell I was going to love it, and I'll go so far as to say it was life-changing and powerful. If you endure corporate politics all day, after...
How an ancient Siamese royal tradition evolved into a modern metaphor for unwanted gifts A white elephant: once a royal gift that came with an impossible burden A "White Elephant" dates back to the ancient kings of Siam, who wanted to punish courtiers without actually appearing to do so. Their ploy was to give the offender a rare albino elephant, knowing that it was an offer which dare not be refused. The poor man was...
Tracking three decades of American mortgage debt and its impact on the housing market The story of U.S. residential mortgage debt is a reflection of America's economic journey over the past three decades. From the steady growth of the 1990s through the housing bubble and crash of the 2000s to today's post-pandemic reality, mortgage debt tells us about more than just housing—it reveals patterns in consumer behavior, economic policy, and financial resilience. As of Q1...
I love a little controversy sometimes (maybe more than I'll admit). Michael Moore's previous films made me think, and Bowling for Columbine was one where the movie ends, and you want to really get into a good debate with someone. I may not agree with everything he says, but you have to like someone who stands up for what they believe in and who tries to get people to think differently. If you want to...
