Paul Tudor Jones II loves capitalism. It’s a system that has done him very well over the last few decades. Nonetheless, the hedge fund manager and philanthropist is concerned that a laser focus on profits is, as he puts it,…
‘Alex the Magnificent’: A Man Who Hitchhiked for Three Years
Fed up with his life, Nebraska native Alex Martin gave up all his worldly possessions to hitchhike across the country. One hundred cities, 49 states, and three years later, find out how transformed from an ordinary guy to Alex the…
The Boy in the Bubble
In the early 1970s, an unusual boy, David Vetter, captivated the nation. Now, decades later, his story continues to unfold in remarkable ways. (Source: The New York Times Retro Report)
‘FINDERS KEEPERS’: A Documentary About a Stolen Leg that’s Slick Like Reality TV
By Gregory Crofton Can a movie about someone’s amputated right leg hold your interest for more than an hour? Almost, if it’s made by some talented filmmakers, as is the case with FINDERS KEEPERS co-directed by Bryan Carberry and Clay…
The Fisherman’s Son is One Great Surfer
Born and raised at Punta de Lobos, Ramón Navarro found his passion riding the biggest waves on the planet. But his accomplishments in giant surf are just one part of a bigger vision to protect the culture and environment of…
Why Japan’s Conviction Rate is 99%
In Japan, crime rates are low and the state incarcerates far fewer people than in other rich countries. But when people are accused of a crime they are almost always convicted. (Source: The Economist)