Humanity & Connections

If there is one reason for me to travel, it’s this: the connection with humanity. Here I share stories, interviews and pieces about people I have met and connected with on a deeper and more interesting level. Keep reading if you’re into humans.

My voyages with Margaret Atwood

Margaret Atwood’s new book, “Burning Questions,” showcases her insights and sharp observations through a collection of essays that delve into topics like authoritarianism, storytelling, and societal issues. Known for her incisive intellect and engaging style, Atwood challenges readers to reconsider their perspectives on contemporary and historical events.

Connecting Through Stories

My Interview with Ian Schrager

Ian Schrager, who co-founded Studio 54 and invented, for better or worse, small, cramped but stylish trendy hotels, has a

Gloria Steinem's traveling pop-up exhibition

Women must fight – or so says Gloria Steinem “We may look up and feel powerless and think there’s nothing

It’s a Kelly Wearstler life

Find more layers in your life “Design wise it is an exciting time. The ubiquity of the Internet has given

Japan with Mother

And leaving the smartphone behind… I have an episode on my podcast, Everywhere, that also covers this journey with my

Travel to Paris…time with designer Pierre Charpin

A designer of tremendous stature, Pierre Charpin is in his natural element, keeping up with growing worldwide demand for his creative output Hermes Scarf 45cm “La Serpentine de Pierre Charpin” by Pierre Charpin Silk Gavroche Let’s face it, the world is weird this week. So an interview I did a while ago with Charpin to distract us if perhaps just what we need. I met Charpin in Milan at Maison et Objet, and he actually was their Designer of the Year a few years back. I am always fascinated by people who are smarter, and more creative than I am; I’ll leave you to get to