530. What's Wrong with Being a One-Hit W...

In the final episode of our whale series, we learn about fecal plumes, shipping noise, and why Moby-Dick is still worth reading. (Part 3 of "Everything You Never Knew About Whaling.") SOURCES:Michele Baggio, professor of economics at the University of Connecticut.Mary K. Bercaw-E ... Show More

For years, whale oil was used as lighting fuel, industrial lubricant, and the main ingredient in (yum!) margarine. Whale meat was also on a few menus. But today, demand for whale products is at a historic low. And yet some countries still have a whaling industry. We find out why. ... Show More

Whaling was, in the words of one scholar, “early capitalism unleashed on the high seas.” How did the U.S. come to dominate the whale market? Why did whale hunting die out here — and continue to grow elsewhere? And is that whale vomit in your perfume? (Part 1 of “Everything You Ne ... Show More

Legendary hip-hop producer Swizz Beatz is on a mission to revolutionize the way artists do business. In this glorious talk, he shares some of the ways he's helping fellow creatives thrive, including a roving art fair that gives artists 100 percent of their sales, a new commission ... Show More

Good leaders have certain qualities about them that make us listen - but is it necessary for you to like them to follow their lead? 

When artists tragically pass away, the question of what to do with their unreleased music poses an ethical dilemma. Is this the best way to continue their legacy or does it just take advantage when they really should be resting in peace and power? Does the family involvement help ... Show More

Why are great accomplishments often followed by disappointment? Is it better to win and feel bummed out than to never have won at all? And where was ping-pong invented? 

Maybe it is just me, but lately, it seems that big, elaborate birthday celebrations (and even multiday events) are the norm. Actually, to be honest, I think the way some people celebrate the anniversary of their birth is a little ridiculous, especially if you are an adult. But we ... Show More

How often do we ask ourselves if we feel aligned with our values and aspirations? How does pressure affect creatives? Should we share our work even when we're not completely pleased with it? Does success kill creativity? Are online creators being authentic? Those are some of the ... Show More

Certains artistes ont réussi très tôt à tirer leur épingle du jeu, mais tout n’est pas simple : qui dit succès commercial, dit manque d’authenticité pour certains…Un des premiers succès commerciaux du rap, c’est Mais vous êtes fous, de Benny B, et c’est aussi un des succès les pl ... Show More

Нам надоел культ успеха. В этом выпуске осмысляем, каковы его современные критерии, что вообще с этим понятием не так — а также разговариваем с людьми, воплотившими в жизнь нестандартные сценарии успеха: в зрелом возрасте, после долгих неудач или поисков себя. Наш партнер — образ ... Show More