In the early to mid 1800s, much of the region now known as Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, Utah, and Nevada was still a land of myth and rumor based on the not-so-reliable accounts of mountain men, trappers, and prospectors. But after the Civil... Read More

For many voters, the presidential election came down to one issue alone: Joe Biden’s commitment to take on climate change with all of his presidential powers should he win. And, within hours of securing Pennsylvania’s electoral... Read More

As of this moment, the unfolding ballot-counting drama is riveting—and torturous—for Republicans and Democrats alike. Alas, there’s nothing left to do but watch and perhaps, pray, if you’re so inclined. This week’s interview... Read More

Is holding a free and fair election too much to ask of this country? Seemingly so. But let’s not rehash the reasons we’re on pins and needles. The problems across our wide land are all too plain to see—and it seems, the more we... Read More

When the world has us on edge, there’s nothing more comforting than to hear from someone who never loses their cool—a sage-like figure with just the right life experience and perspective to help us realize the sky isn’t falling.... Read More

To walk a nature preserve, view constellations in the night sky, or snorkel over a coral reef is to experience the beauty and complexity of this earth. For the curious child, such occasions are a source of innocent wonderment—as well... Read More

Alright, let’s get this party started and ask you a question normally reserved for celebrities in glossy magazine interviews: If you could host a dinner party with anybody, living or dead, who would you choose? We’ve always loved... Read More

This week, Jaime Goode is here to forgive you for everything you don’t know about wine. The author of several acclaimed books on wine including, most recently, The Goode Guide to Wine, Jamie finds it sad that so many people are... Read More