‘On the Move: A Life’ by Oliver Sacks
Oliver Sacks was an amazing human; one full of contradictions abound that, in the end, helped us to better understand what it truly meant to be human. »
‘Born to Run’ by Bruce Springsteen
Bruce, I hold, could just have easily been a writer rather than a songwriter. Although he is admittedly great in his role as the latter, he shows more than enough promise in 'Born to Run' to prove he could have a career in the former with ease. »
On Publishing “Book Thoughts”
For quite some time, I’ve developed a habit of writing in the books I read — both throughout (underling key passages, keeping notes on the margin) and at the end, where I record the exact time and place where I finished a book, and my impressions on it. »
'What We Talk About When We Talk About Love’ by Raymond Carver
When I’m in New York City, I always visit the Strand Bookstore. In fact, I think it might be my favorite place in the entire city — 17 miles of books, of all subjects, only waiting for my curiosity to pull me their way. »
An Ode to Compound Interest (Or, Why Don’t We Teach Financial Literacy in Schools?)
One of the problems in academia (more specifically in public education), in my opinion, is the lack of financial education given to students. »
Introducing OpenWire (in pre-pre-Alpha)
I’ve always been interested in journalism. At it’s core, it’s a great and noble endeavour, one that’s necessary for the function and health of any great nation. It keeps closed doors opened, informs the electorate and promotes the transparency needed for a healthy society and economy. »