So in case you missed it, the man behind The Tipping Point, Blink, Outliers, and so much more, has a new book out this fall David and Goliath. So run to your LOCAL bookstore or neighborhood library and check it out.
Brain Food: David and Goliath
Ever since I sat across the aisle from Malcolm Gladwell at a Mos Def (Yasiin Bey), I have been forever smitten. Having read several of his books and pieces in the New Yorker before that fateful evening I was already a fan of his writing, but seeing that unmistakable profile at the Brooklyn Academy of Music and the bias was set.
So in case you missed it, the man behind The Tipping Point, Blink, Outliers, and so much more, has a new book out this fall David and Goliath. So run to your LOCAL bookstore or neighborhood library and check it out.
So in case you missed it, the man behind The Tipping Point, Blink, Outliers, and so much more, has a new book out this fall David and Goliath. So run to your LOCAL bookstore or neighborhood library and check it out.
Musical Monday: Son Lux
Son Lux's new album Lanterns drops this week and its well work a listen or two . . . in fact you can just leave this one on repeat. This one got me through more than a couple of 12 hour days last week so check it out ASAP:
Lost it to Trying
Easy
Lost it to Trying
Easy
Musical Monday: Janet Jackson (Flashback)
A reunion with childhood friends, reminiscing about living room dance parties, and the days when people used to dance inspired this week's Musical Monday post. . .
That's the way love goes
If
That's the way love goes
If
You Want This
Janet Jackson - You Want This from CF on Vimeo.
On the Road: Chicago
I'm traveling this week spending some time in Chicago and rather than letting another opportunity pass where I could be promoting awesomeness I thought I'd actually make some time to share the love.
So if you're in Chicago this week celebrating your post marathon accomplishments or attending one of the many conferences going on this week here are a few things you can get into:
Chicago Ideas Week 2013
Description: I like ideas, I bet you like ideas to, and I think we all love good ideas especially if they come from the minds of glorious folks like Malcom Gladwell, Dan Savage, Tig Notaro . . . and dozen more. And for those of you out of town check out the live stream and revel in the genius.
Dates: October 14 - October 20
Times: Varies
Price: Varies
Steppenwolf: The Wheel
Description: Joan Allen takes the stage in this new work by Zinnie Harris about what happens to hope and human nature in times of war.
Dates: thru November 10
Times: Varies
Price: $58
The Goodman: Pullman Porter Blues
Description: It’s June of 1937, and the Panama Limited Pullman Train is speeding from Chicago to New Orleans on the night of the Joe Louis/James Braddock world heavyweight championship. Three generations of Sykes men—African American train porters—wrestle with ghosts of the past and dreams for the future as they eagerly await word of the Brown Bomber’s victory. Set to timeless Blues tunes performed by a live, on-stage band, Pullman Porter Blues is a spirited, music-infused ride you won’t soon forget!
Dates: thru October 27th
Times: 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM
Price: $15+
Art Institute Chicago
Description: What's not to love about this museum?! Close your eyes and point and your bound to land upon something spectacular so why even question it. . . just go! I personally am looking forward to checking out the Tomatsu, 3:1, and Suzuki exhibits.
Dates: Always
Time: 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Price: $23
Fashion Focus: Chicago Fashion Week
Description: . This citywide celebration of Chicago’s fashion industry includes a variety of runway shows in Millennium Park showcasing the latest trends in menswear, emerging and established designers, shopping events and much more.
Dates: October 15 - October 20
Time: Varies
Price: FREE
So if you're in Chicago this week celebrating your post marathon accomplishments or attending one of the many conferences going on this week here are a few things you can get into:
Chicago Ideas Week 2013
Description: I like ideas, I bet you like ideas to, and I think we all love good ideas especially if they come from the minds of glorious folks like Malcom Gladwell, Dan Savage, Tig Notaro . . . and dozen more. And for those of you out of town check out the live stream and revel in the genius.
Dates: October 14 - October 20
Times: Varies
Price: Varies
Steppenwolf: The Wheel
Description: Joan Allen takes the stage in this new work by Zinnie Harris about what happens to hope and human nature in times of war.
Dates: thru November 10
Times: Varies
Price: $58
The Goodman: Pullman Porter Blues
Description: It’s June of 1937, and the Panama Limited Pullman Train is speeding from Chicago to New Orleans on the night of the Joe Louis/James Braddock world heavyweight championship. Three generations of Sykes men—African American train porters—wrestle with ghosts of the past and dreams for the future as they eagerly await word of the Brown Bomber’s victory. Set to timeless Blues tunes performed by a live, on-stage band, Pullman Porter Blues is a spirited, music-infused ride you won’t soon forget!
Dates: thru October 27th
Times: 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM
Price: $15+
Art Institute Chicago
Description: What's not to love about this museum?! Close your eyes and point and your bound to land upon something spectacular so why even question it. . . just go! I personally am looking forward to checking out the Tomatsu, 3:1, and Suzuki exhibits.
Dates: Always
Time: 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Price: $23
Fashion Focus: Chicago Fashion Week
Description: . This citywide celebration of Chicago’s fashion industry includes a variety of runway shows in Millennium Park showcasing the latest trends in menswear, emerging and established designers, shopping events and much more.
Dates: October 15 - October 20
Time: Varies
Price: FREE
Musical Monday: Cults
With a new album Static coming out this week (10/15) who better to feature in this week's Musical Monday than the Cults. If you didn't love their 2011 debut album I can only say . . . who are you and how did you find this blog?
High Road
Abducted
You know what I mean
High Road
Abducted
You know what I mean
Musical Monday: Vienna Teng
Vienna Teng's on the road promoting her latest album Aims and I had the pleasure of catching her show at the Royale here in Beantown. If your unfamiliar with this amazing artist, now's the time to correct the error in your ways. An amazing pianist and vocalist who is just as amazing live as she is on her recorded albums (perhaps even better live) this is an album and a show worth checking out.
Gravity
Vienna Teng @ TedEx Stanford
Level Up
Gravity
Vienna Teng @ TedEx Stanford
Level Up
Adventures in the Kitchen: Happy Birthday Stanley
Happy Birthday Stanley!
Stanley, for those of you who have not yet been introduced, is my Boston born and raised sour dough bread starter. This time last year Stanley was nothing more than flour and water.
Today Stanley is my greatest culinary adventure we've had our ups and downs, but we always seem to rally. Here are a few of our greatest hits.
Warning the following images may not be suitable for the gluten intolerant . . .
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