Book Review: Iep Jāltok
A poetry collection explores the stories of the Marshallese people and the fallout of the US military’s nuclear testing on the islands.
Mar 17, 2017 | 500 words, about 2 minutes
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The Goddess Who Moves Like the Waves
Afro-Cuban deity Yemayá dances like the tide in Santeria ceremonies, but replicating her movements for commercial purposes has invited critique.
Mar 10, 2017 | 400 words, about 2 minutes
Book Review: Ice Bear
A richly illustrated book explores the cultural history of the Arctic’s iconic symbol: the polar bear.
Mar 3, 2017 | 450 words, about 2 minutes
Book Review: The Fish Market
The complex story of sustainable seafood and the systems that make it possible.
Feb 10, 2017 | 400 words, about 2 minutes
The Mystery of the 19th-Century Maine Marine Monster
Before cameras and submersibles were commonplace, scientists had to rely on fishermen for intel on ocean creatures.
Feb 6, 2017 | 550 words, about 2 minutes
The Origins of Ghana’s Iconic Black Star Line
The focal point of the African nation’s flag was inspired by the name of its first shipping line.
Feb 3, 2017 | 400 words, about 2 minutes
Book Review: Seawomen of Iceland
For centuries, Icelandic women have been some of the world’s hardiest, and hardest-working, fishing captains. Anthropologist Margaret Willson gathers their stories and achievements.
Jan 27, 2017 | 450 words, about 2 minutes
Why Is the Sea Salty?
From pissed off giantesses to a pissing cockroach, folk tales and myths offer some creative explanations.
Jan 19, 2017 | 750 words, about 3 minutes