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My writing blends data, art, and research to tell visual stories that reveal the impact of our decisions and actions on our climate and planet.

The Map we Wore

I received an Honorable Mention in the first round of the 100-word Microfiction Challenge 2025! The challenge: write a historical fiction story in under 100 words that includes the word “sky” and features the action of ingesting. Here’s my story: The Map We Wore.

Six ways organizations can build antifragile teams

Learn how organizations can go beyond resilience to thrive amid chaos by fostering antifragile teams. This post offers six strategies—from promoting experimentation to embracing small losses—that empower teams to grow stronger through adversity.

Learning fast and slow

Is it better to learn intensively or slowly over time? Research suggests a mix might be best: start strong, then shift to continuous review. Could this approach apply to everything from language learning to design bootcamps? How do you prefer to learn?

Unmuted Episode Show Notes: How racism shapes farming and land access in the U.S.

Explore the deep-rooted impact of racism on farming and land ownership in the U.S. with Dr. Larissa Estes-White as she shares her family’s farming legacy, stories of food sovereignty, and her vision for a just circular food economy. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music.

Unmuted Episode Show Notes: Taking risks without being at risk

In this episode, Hunter Gatewood shares how to create a culture of trust and power-sharing in group settings so everyone to can take risks safely. Discover practical strategies for fostering safety, nurturing trust, and managing change effectively. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music.

Unmuted Episode Show Notes: What the environment can teach us about self-actualization

Explore how the natural and built environments can shape both personal and organizational self-actualization. Join Ronnell Hampton as he shares his journey and insights on fostering justice through permaculture design, ecosystem thinking, and the power of community engagement. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music.

Unmuted Episode Show Notes: How to talk about race with white peers

Join racial reconciliation leader John Bobb-Semple as he shares insights on navigating tough conversations about race and equity with empathy and vulnerability. Listen to his journey, reflections on identity, and practical ways to bridge community divides. Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music.