A curated archive of noteworthy things, including but not limited to culture, style, sustainability and more.
The (Fascinating) History of Hemp
Farmers in colonial America were legally obliged to grow the hemp plant, a cash crop with thousands of end uses. Hundreds of years later, the very same plant was prohibited on a global scale.
Forever Chemicals
Harmful PFAS, also known as forever chemicals, are found in everything from cleaning supplies to personal care products and drinking water. Less known is the fact that these substances are ubiquitous in clothing, particularly for children.
Villa Panza
For those who love lunch, contemporary art, and spending all day frolicking in masterful Italian gardens, this one’s for you.
Braiding Sweetgrass
In this book, Robin Wall Kimmerer builds on the knowledge inherited from generations of indigenous ancestors and layers it with the scientific expertise gained through her work as a botanist. The result is a book so powerful that the pages seem to turn themselves.
