Arts & Culture

From artistic collaborations to creative problem solving, the arts have the power to lift us up and transform our future. These stories celebrate art, creativity, and culture in all its forms.

Proof That You Can Endure! One Paraglider’s Story of Adversity

Soar to new heights with Jezza Williams! This outdoor enthusiast shows us how to navigate the bumpy winds of change with a recipe for personal success that can be replicated by anyone. It's a story of innovative perseverance we all need to hear!

Sam Burns
January 19, 2021

Why Does the World Love Spam So Much?!

What can Spam teach us about our shared humanity? Whether you think it's a delicacy or a mystery meat, Spam has been brought to new culinary heights by cultures around the globe! Join us in a celebration of this strange meaty wonder!

Liesl Ulrich-Verderber
January 15, 2021

Image: People crossing the scramble in Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan

Lost Your Faith in Humanity? Find It in This Lost and Found!

Can a story of human compassion be found within a sea of discarded umbrellas? We’re traveling to Tokyo to witness a treasure trove of kindness inside of the world's most efficient lost and found!

Renee Laroche-Rheaume
January 9, 2021

A Bonsai Master’s Perspective on the Legacy You’re Leaving Behind

The ancient art of bonsai can teach you a lot about how to leave a legacy behind for generations to come. Whether or not you decide to take up your pruning sheers, bonsai master Chiako Yamamoto has some words of wisdom for you!

Sam Burns
January 1, 2021

Image: Nataliz in a white gown smiling and playing the musical saw!

When One Dream Ends, How Do We Find Another?

Are you working towards a certain goal? Have you felt like your life has been thrown off track lately? The story of how Natalia Paruz became known as the "Saw Lady" will have you finding delightful inspiration in the most unusual places!

Sam Burns
December 30, 2020

Image: Six member of Hip Op-eration posing

The World’s Oldest Dance Troupe Will Steal Your Heart!

The oldest hip hop dance troupe in the world has a few things to show us about what happens when we let ourselves live without limits. Artificial hips, memory loss, and all, we can feel like life every day is a great celebration!

Sam Burns
December 24, 2020

How to Make Your Next Holiday Tradition a Sweet One!

From decorating gingerbread houses to hiding fake fruit, we’re celebrating the warm fuzzy feelings that accompany holiday traditions. Let’s unwrap the secret to spreading cheer!

Renee Laroche-Rheaume
December 22, 2020

Image: Men walking with donkeys in front of a building in Kimbuktu

How Everyday Heroes Have Protected This Treasure for Centuries!

In the city of Timbuktu, generations of everyday heroes have risked their lives for a remarkable treasure! What kind of treasure could possibly be this important?

Liesl Ulrich-Verderber
December 12, 2020

Image: women showing off their beautifully embroidered outfits

What Does Your Closet Say about Your Family History?

Who makes the bullfighter’s jacket? Why does the showgirl sparkle on stage? Join us for a journey around the world to learn why time and fervor are key components in some of the most awe-inspiring fashion traditions!

Renee Laroche-Rheaume
December 8, 2020

Image: a collection of various mailboxes

Would You Climb to the Top of the World to Send a Letter to a Loved One?

When was the last time you saw human handwriting on a piece of snail mail? Handwritten letters can be the absolute best, and these people are doing some remarkable things with this lost way of connection!

tanner McCuin
November 26, 2020

Goodbye, Green Screen — Here’s the Tech That’s Changing Film Forever!

Movies have a way of taking us on journeys we could not have gone on without them. Now, those journeys just got a whole lot more real! We’re traveling to a galaxy far far away and discovering an other-worldly way of storytelling for at-home audiences everywhere!

Renee Laroche-Rheaume
November 20, 2020

Image: Afrose Fatima Ahmed sitting on a rock in Joshua Tree holding her typewriter!

What Would You Do If You Stumbled Across This Person on Your Daily Commute?

Looking to add a bit of joy to your day? Here's a surprising artist that'll have you rethinking how you can turn the most ordinary moments into extraordinary ones!