Nowsguard's essay series, written to his children, offers profound insights into the world through a seasonal lens, emphasizing the interconnectedness of our environment. The essays explore everyday concepts, such as infrastructure like pipes, illustrating how they represent the intricate web of life and knowledge we inhabit. This approach encourages a deeper understanding of the seemingly mundane aspects of our existence.
Does parenting make you a better person? Can it improve your life? Neuroscientist Erik Hoel makes the self-interested case for parenting arguing that it makes you less jaded and more heartbroken (in a good way) for how you experience the world. Listen as new father Hoel speaks with EconTalk host Russ Roberts about the universal and particular truths surrounding parenting, and why the perception presented by the media is often at odds with our own experience. Topics include different parenting styles and their effects, how parents shape children's personalities and preferences, and the famous children's books that both men love and hate. The conversation closes with a discussion of the reliability of recent studies condemning homeschooling.