On Tuesday, April 22, Bill Owens, longtime executive producer of CBS’ 60 Minutes, announced his resignation, citing a loss of editorial independence. Owens’ resignation came amid a legal dispute between President Donald Trump and CBS, and his exit strategy offers us a rare public glimpse into what it means to lead with integrity during a … Read more
Just last fall, I’d packed a small pink duffel bag with enough clothes to sneak away for a couple of days to a place that had long been teetering near the top of my bucket list: New River Gorge National Park in West Virginia. Something about the way the park’s iconic bridge stretched across such … Read more
Kit Hoover’s been on your TV screen for 30 years. In the first season of MTV’s 1995 reality show Road Rules, when she was 24 years old, she charmed America with her sparkling Southern charisma. She has since built an enduring career in broadcast journalism and entertainment—alongside a busy off-screen family life raising three children. … Read more
“Avoiding your triggers isn’t healing. Healing happens when you’re triggered and you’re able to move through the pain, the pattern, and the story, and walk your way to a different ending.” ~Vienna Pharaon I thought I had figured it out. For a year, I had been doing the “inner work”—meditating daily, practicing breathwork, journaling, doing … Read more
Financial wellness is an important part of self-improvement. Whether you’re trying to build wealth for the future, save for a significant life event or simply optimize your spending, having a structured financial plan can make a big difference. Creating a plan that works can feel overwhelming, however, especially if you don’t have a deep understanding … Read more
As a 24-year-old public school teacher in New York, I support myself and fund grad school independently. I credit my financial responsibility to my parents’ guidance. Financial education in schools ranges in accessibility and quality, but parents of young adults can fill in the gaps. Parent financial modeling is directly associated with financial behaviors and … Read more
You heard that right. The same way Netflix knows you’re about to binge another true crime doc, your next skincare serum might know you’ve got dry patches on your left cheek before you even look in the mirror. Welcome to the wild, weird, and kinda wonderful future of skincare—where tech meets beauty and your skin … Read more
In the corporate world, sustainability is more in demand than ever, so many professionals value choosing a gift that aligns with green principles. Supporting eco-friendly businesses can help build a sustainable future, reduce waste, and encourage ethical business practices. Whether you’re shopping for a friend, colleague, or boss, show them that you care about their … Read more
If you’ve ever read the back of a candy or cereal package, you might have noticed ingredients like “Red No. 40” or “Yellow No. 6.” These are part of a family of petroleum-based dyes that are in many types of food, and the target of United States Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. … Read more
Jessie’s glow-up in Toy Story 5 is turning heads—but she’s not the only queen among the Pixar characters who’ve stolen the spotlight. From fearless leaders to emotional powerhouses, these unforgettable Pixar characters show us that women own the screen. And trust us—this list is not up for debate. Toy Story is coming back! But this … Read more