Monthly Archives: March 2021

The Source of Consciousness – with Mark Solms

Mark Solms discusses his new theory of consciousness that returns emotions to the centre of mental life. Mark’s book “The Hidden Spring” is available now: https://geni.us/CWaA​ Watch the Q&A: https://youtu.be/gmOzBePcRg4​ Understanding why we feel a subjective sense of self and … Continue reading

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Is Coding a Math Skill or a Language Skill? Neither? Both?

There are aspects of computer code that look like language and some that seem more like algebra, and since we may be headed for a future where many people will need to learn to code, researchers are interested in figuring … Continue reading

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Be Kind

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John Coltrane on Giant Steps | Blank on Blank

“I want to be the force which is truly for good.” – John Coltrane in 1966, as told Frank Kofsky One afternoon in November 1966, Frank Kofsky took the train out to Long Island. He was about to spend the … Continue reading

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Expansive Photographs by RK Frame the Unexpected Beauty of Everyday Life Throughout Asia

Vietnam Traveling from his home in Tokyo to cities and small villages across Asia, Ryosuke Kosuge is adept at spotting the textures and patterns that occupy local life, whether through the rocky formations surrounding Heaven’s Gate Mountain in Zhangjiajie, an array … Continue reading

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Nexus Studios – It’s A Messy Business, directed by Laurie Rowan

Client: shots Awards Production: NEXUS STUDIOS Written & Directed by: Laurie Rowan Producer: Rebecca Archer Executive Producer: Judy Hill CG Lead: Andy Spence 3D/2D Generalist; Mark Davies Character Designer: Laurie Rowan Design: Hugo Beaurepere CG Modelling & Texture: Andy Spence … Continue reading

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Paper, Plastic, or Reusable? The Truth About Green Grocery Bags

It seems like a simple question with a straightforward answer, but when you look at the total environmental impact of each type of bag, things start to get a little complicated. Hosted by: Hank Green

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Why Don’t We Have Metric Time? | Answers With Joe

The metric system revolutionized the world and simplified how we measure things. But one part of our lives never quite got the metric treatment – time. The reason why highlights the importance of time on our lives.

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Solar Powered Sunflower Lights Illuminate Your Garden at Night | My Modern Met

Want to light up your garden without disturbing the natural look of it?   Flowers use their petals to absorb, transmit, and reflect sunlight, so it makes total sense that these sunflower-shaped garden lights are solar-powered. The artificial blooms are … Continue reading

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Bolsonaro says stop ‘whining’ as Brazil Covid daily deaths reach record highs

Scientists are increasingly worried that the second wave of coronavirus ripping through Brazil could endanger the rest of the world. (Subscribe: https://bit.ly/C4_News_Subscribe​) The number of daily deaths has already reached record highs, while the health system is threatened with collapse. … Continue reading

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