How do we mind our mortality without being overwhelmed with morbid thoughts?
Stoically, says philosopher William Irvine. But he says Stoicism doesn't require us to be unemotional about death and loss. Irvine says the Stoics used thoughts about mortality to make our lives more joyful.
The Japanese either love or hate these slimy, stinky, fermented soybeans. Now, natto is gaining popularity with home fermentation enthusiasts.
Walter Simson is CEO of Infigen - a biotech company that uses nuclear transfer to create cloned pigs and cows.
“The Other F Word" tells the stories of punks from the 80s and 90s, who are now dads. What's the other F word? “Father”, of course.
Jason Merkoski talks about his book, "Burning the Page: The Ebook Revolution and the Future of Reading."
"Fight Club" for women -- that's the book Sarai Walker wanted to read. So she wrote it herself. "Dietland" is a revenge fantasy and feminist manifesto for fat girls and women everywhere. If you've ever felt ashamed of your body, this is the book for you.
Steven MacDonald plays bass. He recorded himself playing along with the band White Stripes’ latest CD. Then he made the altered music available on the internet.
Timothy James Castle is the author of "The Perfect Cup: A Coffee-Lover's Guide to Buying, Brewing and Tasting." He tells Jim Fleming how to brew a perfect cup of coffee.
