A Journey from Magic to Mindfulness As a child, I was absolutely certain I would grow up to be a world-renowned magician. Not a hobbyist. Not a guy who does card tricks at parties. A world-renowned magician. I rehearsed relentlessly, fundraised to buy expensive props, and devoured every
Spokane bars host gathering for 2SLGBTQIA+ legal debrief by Gonzaga Law’s Lincoln LGBTQ+ Rights Clinic and the Spectrum Center To understand a gay bar is to understand far more than what’s on the food and drink menu. A gay bar is not defined by alcohol, lighting, or music,
Happy Reclamation Season! “Reclaiming my time!” — a phrase popularized by Rep. Maxine Waters in 2017 — has been around for far longer than the meme. But this year, I’ve noticed the profound influence “reclaiming” has had across the nation. It signals a deep, positive shift: people taking back ownership of
During the pandemic, I was diagnosed with heart failure after landing unexpectedly in the ER. The medical team was covered head-to-toe in plastic shields, gowns, and gloves. I spent hours alone in a dark hospital room. My husband wasn’t allowed to enter. I held onto my cell
What I find myself sharing today is sad on many levels, as Portland lost a big part of our community on November 3 with the passing of Bill Dickey. Bill was truly a larger-than-life figure. He was big in his generosity, his stature, his humor, his wisdom, and
Margaret Cho is hitting the road with a brand-new comedy tour, crisscrossing North America in celebration of her forty-year career. Her latest show, Choligarchy, is more than just a series of stand-up dates — it’s a powerful statement about the world today. Audiences can expect an evening
Thankfulness is found in the turbulent waters of this historic time, by charting a path toward community and away from the idea of rugged American individualism, self sufficiency, and the nuclear family. So many dream of moving to the mountains and become as self sufficient and removed from urbanity as
Robyn first appeared in the late ’90s as a Swedish teen-pop export. She delivered slick R&B hits such as “Do You Know (What It Takes)” and “Show Me Love.” They were undeniable pop songs — polished and perfectly suited for the times. But the industry machine that created
We’re lonelier than ever, and it’s killing us. We’re forgetting what community looks like—just when it’s what will save us. But community isn’t found in another app- it’s found on the front porch, at a coffee shop, or out on the kickball field.
In New York City’s vibrant culture, only a handful of names become truly synonymous with the city itself. For decades, Michael Musto has been one of them. He’s the decoder of its glitz, the interpreter of its grit, and the keeper of its gossip. You might recognize him
Entrepreneurship and small business culture love to glorify hustle. We’re told that success means scaling fast, posting constantly, and staying “on” at all times. The algorithm rewards urgency, and often our peers echo it back: move faster, do more, never stop. But for those of us building purpose-driven
We tease here at the ranch that we have animal pastures and people pastures, and both require husbandry. There is much to be learned about humanity by caring for animals. Particularly, camelids, which include alpacas and llamas, bring a very unique set of lessons to the human than that of
How to Evolve Your Business Without Burning It All Down You started your business with purpose. You poured your heart into the brand, the website, the mission statement. You knew who you wanted to serve. You felt aligned and excited. But now? Something doesn’t quite fit. Your offerings may
Recently, we had a party check into one of our yurts, a grandpa and adult son coming up to help the grandson build a house up the road from us. It was their first time staying at the ranch. During our check-in routine, grandpa pipes up, “my wife wanted
Conflict. Just the word makes many of us uncomfortable. For me, as a gay man, it has often carried an even heavier weight. When I think of conflict, I don’t just imagine tense conversations—I recall the time someone spit on me in a Walmart. The time food was
Many of us start our own business for freedom; the flexibility to work on our terms, to choose our customers, to create something that supports a dream and reflects our values. But even in the most intentional businesses, boundaries can quietly blur. It might happen slowly: a little extra time
