Holding Out For A Hero When we think of heroes, we picture the ones in movies — brave warriors, superheroes, or even an ogre in shining armor. Take Shrek 2, where Shrek storms into battle…

Don’t Stop Me Now “Don’t stop me now, ‘Cause I’m havin’ a good time…” If you just sang that in your head, you’re not alone. Queen’s iconic hit is an anthem of unstoppable momentum —…

Don’t Bet On It Every day, we take small gambles — often without even realizing it. From eating food past its expiration date to driving a little over the speed limit, life is full of…

A Golden or Gilded Age for Healthcare? Gold has always symbolized something precious, extraordinary, and enduring. The word “golden” brings to mind brilliance and rarity. What comes to mind when you hear it? Maybe it’s…

It’s Sensational – And That’s The Point From the earliest tabloid newspapers to today’s X (formerly Twitter), grabbing attention has always been the goal. But in the 2010s, the rise of social media supercharged sensationalism.…

Take Stock Jimmy Carter’s passing on December 29, 2024, at the remarkable age of 100 prompted a wave of reflection on his extraordinary life. His presidency remains a topic of lively debate — critics point…

Raise a Glass to the Truth Happy New Year! As we toast to fresh starts and new beginnings, it’s the perfect time to revisit Louis Pasteur’s famous claim: “Wine is the most healthful and most…

I Want It All – The Anthem of Human Nature From the moment Freddie Mercury’s powerful voice declared, “I want it all, and I want it now,” Queen gave us more than a rock anthem…

Healthcare in America is Broken – and So Is Our Response to It Healthcare in America is broken. While many refer to a “broken healthcare system,” the truth is there’s no universal system in the…

Capture the Moment Like many of you, The Download is taking a break to enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends. While this week’s introduction is a bit shorter, don’t worry—there’s still a full lineup…

Let’s Talk Thanksgiving conjures up visions of a perfect holiday: a golden turkey, heaping servings of favorite sides, and desserts topped with clouds of whipped cream (yes, the canned kind works just fine!). Add laughter,…

Simplicity Meets Scrutiny When I was 16, I set off for a riding lesson, car keys in hand and $3 from my dad for gas stuck in my pocket. Before I left, he reminded me…

Taking-up the Reins Imagine a horse and carriage. What comes to mind? Perhaps tourists in quaint buggies exploring city streets, or maybe a picture-perfect wedding with a beautiful white horse pulling a gleaming carriage. But…

Turning Back, What’s Ahead? Time’s almost up — not just for the presidential election, but also for daylight saving time in 2024! This Sunday, November 5th, at 2 a.m., most Americans will “fall back” by…

Choices Matter It’s that fun time of year, packed with choices for kids — Halloween! There’s the dilemma of picking a costume: something adorable, something spooky, or maybe the latest popular character. Then comes the…