Preserve Your Harvest: Fermenting Veggies is Easier Than You Think!

Preserve Your Harvest: Fermenting Veggies is Easier Than You Think!

Summer’s bounty is here, and if your garden is anything like mine, you’re probably swimming in fresh vegetables! It’s a fantastic problem to have, but what happens when the harvest outpaces our ability to eat it? That’s where ancient wisdom comes in. Today, I want to talk about fermenting vegetables – a time-tested method of … Read more

A Gardener’s Legacy: Growing the Rich History of Heirloom Tomatoes

A Gardener's Legacy: Growing the Rich History of Heirloom Tomatoes

Hello fellow gardeners and food lovers! Elias here. Today, I want to talk about something that truly brings me joy in the garden and on the plate: heirloom tomatoes. If you’ve ever bitten into a pale, watery supermarket tomato, you know how much we miss out on when we don’t explore these incredible varieties. So, … Read more

When Progress Leaves Workers Behind: A Look Back at Tech’s Human Cost

When Progress Leaves Workers Behind: A Look Back at Tech's Human Cost

We often celebrate technological advancement as a pure good, a relentless march towards a better future. And in many ways, it is. But as someone who’s spent decades in the tech industry, I’ve also seen firsthand how rapid shifts can create significant disruption for the people whose livelihoods depend on the old ways. It’s not … Read more

From Ancient Lamps to My Focaccia: The Unsung Story of Olive Oil

From Ancient Lamps to My Focaccia: The Unsung Story of Olive Oil

You know how much I love baking focaccia. There’s just something magical about that chewy, airy bread, especially when it’s drizzled with good olive oil, fresh from the oven. It’s the kind of simple pleasure that makes my kitchen feel like the heart of our home. But lately, as I’ve been pouring that golden liquid, … Read more

The Quiet Power of Daily Art: Building Your Creative Ritual

The Quiet Power of Daily Art: Building Your Creative Ritual

When I first started out as a self-taught artist, it felt like I was constantly chasing inspiration. I’d have these amazing bursts of creativity, then nothing for weeks. I’d compare myself to others, feeling like I just didn’t have that consistent ‘spark.’ Sound familiar? It took me a while, but I figured out something important: … Read more

Old Ways, New Flavors: Eating Through the Seasons from My Garden

Old Ways, New Flavors: Eating Through the Seasons from My Garden

There’s nothing quite like stepping out into the backyard and plucking dinner right off the vine. If you’ve been following along, you know my garden isn’t just a hobby; it’s a huge part of how my family eats. And lately, it’s been bursting at the seams with all sorts of seasonal goodness. But here’s the … Read more

Echoes of the Loom: How Past Revolutions Guide Us Through Today’s Automation

Echoes of the Loom: How Past Revolutions Guide Us Through Today's Automation

It’s easy to feel a sense of unease when we talk about automation. The idea of machines taking over jobs, or fundamentally changing how we work, can be unsettling. But as someone who’s spent a career in technology, I find it helpful to look back. History, especially the history of industrial revolutions, offers us valuable … Read more

Buzzworthy Backyards: Creating Your Own Bee Sanctuary

Buzzworthy Backyards: Creating Your Own Bee Sanctuary

Hey everyone, Elias here! You know how much I love getting my hands dirty in the garden and enjoying the fruits (and veggies!) of my labor. Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about the little buzzers that make so much of it possible – our bees! It’s truly amazing how much these tiny creatures do … Read more

Algorithms Aren’t Neutral: How Bias Creeps into Our Daily Tech

Algorithms Aren't Neutral: How Bias Creeps into Our Daily Tech

We often think of technology as objective, a set of rules that operate without favor. But the reality, as I’ve come to see it over my years in the software industry, is far more complex. Algorithms, the invisible engines driving so much of our modern lives, can carry the weight of human biases, unintentionally perpetuating … Read more

Beyond Immortality: Why Transhumanism Must Tackle Inequality First

Beyond Immortality: Why Transhumanism Must Tackle Inequality First

The conversation around transhumanism often circles around the most dramatic possibility: living forever. It’s a captivating idea, fueled by science fiction and the undeniable human desire to escape the limits of our biology. As someone who’s spent a career in technology and now reflects on its societal impact, I find this focus a bit… misplaced. … Read more