interview
Interviews with lovers, fighters and the various professionals who deal with our dysfunction.
(1) Seeing the System Clearly
- The Shared Feeling No One Can Quite Explain - Most people do not need to be convinced that something is wrong. They feel it in rising costs that never seem to stabilize, in rules that change without explanation, in institutions that demand compliance but no longer command trust, and in a political process that feels permanently hostile yet strangely ineffective. These experiences are not isolated. They are widespread, persistent, and remarkably consistent across demographics, ideologies, and personal circumstances. What differs is not the feeling, but the explanation people are given for it.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcastabout a month ago in Humans
(0) Prologue: Before You Read
This series is written for readers who sense that something in the structure of modern life no longer works the way it once did, but who have found most available explanations unsatisfying. It assumes the reader is capable of sustained attention and willing to engage with complexity without demanding immediate resolution. It does not assume political alignment, ideological agreement, or shared conclusions. What it does assume is a willingness to slow down long enough for clarity to emerge.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcastabout a month ago in Humans
Stranded in the Sky: The Unbreakable Spirit of the Andes Survivors
Imagine this: You're flipping through a dusty old album on a quiet Sunday, the kind where the house is too still and your mind wanders. Suddenly, a photo hits you like a punch. A bunch of young guys, bundled in whatever rags they've got, standing in blinding snow, arms slung around each other, smiling like they've just scored the winning try. But right in the middle of the frame-there's a human spine. Clean. White. Stark against the whiteout. Your stomach drops. These aren't props. These are the remains of their friends. And those smiles? They're not fake. They're the smiles of people who've stared death down and somehow kept breathing.
By KWAO LEARNER WINFREDabout a month ago in Humans
The Dangers of Not Having Your Coffee
5:30 a.m. and my husband coos at me asking if I am awake. I am now, but barely. He tells me he is off to work, checked the fire downstairs, and that is will be fine until I wake up (until 7:30 a.m.). Cool. I set my alarm for 7:30 and head back into some delicious dream, I can’t remember anymore. No I would not tell you, even if I could remember the dream)
By Alexandra Grantabout a month ago in Humans
I Was Thrown Out of an Airbnb House
I had never felt more unwelcome in my life than I did that night. The Airbnb host had been polite enough when I arrived, but something shifted the moment I unpacked my bag. I didn’t notice at first—just a quiet tension, a tight smile, a glance that lingered too long. By the time I had put my toothbrush in the tiny bathroom cup, it was obvious: I wasn’t staying.
By John Smithabout a month ago in Humans
A Life Limited by a Passport. Content Warning.
A few months ago — sometime between October and December 2025 — I came across a Facebook post that made me stop scrolling. It was an announcement from Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan’s Ministry of Tolerance and Coexistence, inviting people to take part in My UAE Story — a competition encouraging everyone, especially residents, to share personal narratives of hope, dreams, and belonging in order to help build a national identity rooted in diversity.
By Faisal Ali Mohamoudabout a month ago in Humans
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Introduction Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a special holiday celebrated in the United States. It honors the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a great leader who fought for freedom, equality, and justice. This day reminds people to treat everyone with respect and kindness, no matter their skin color, religion, or background. Dr. King believed in peace and non-violence, and his message is still important today.
By Farhan Sayedabout a month ago in Humans
Australian Open Nights That Broke Hearts and Made History
Every January, Melbourne changes its rhythm. The heat hangs heavy in the air, the nights stretch longer, and something emotional settles over the city. The Australian Open is not just a tennis tournament. It is a place where careers bend, where teenagers grow up under bright lights, and where legends quietly face the end. Fans do not only watch matches here. They feel them. A single rally can silence thousands. A final point can leave someone staring at the court, unsure whether to smile or cry. The Australian Open carries stories that stay with people long after the season ends, stories of courage, collapse, hope, and human limits.
By Muqadas khanabout a month ago in Humans
Emotional Intimacy in the Digital Age:
Emotional Intimacy in the Digital Age: Why Connection Feels Harder Than Ever In an era of constant connectivity, emotional intimacy is quietly declining. People are more reachable than ever, yet many adults report feeling emotionally distant, misunderstood, or lonely.
By Artical Mediaabout a month ago in Humans
Marc Guéhi
Marc Guéhi is a professional football player who is known for his calm defending, strong leadership, and smart decision-making on the field. He plays as a central defender and represents both club football and the England national team. Over the years, Marc Guéhi has become one of the most trusted young defenders in modern football.
By Farhan Sayedabout a month ago in Humans
Kyrsten Sinema
Kyrsten Sinema is an important American political leader. She worked for many years in the U.S. government and became known for being different from many others in politics. This article uses easy English and clear subtitles to help you understand who she is, where she came from, what she did, and what is happening now with her.
By Farhan Sayedabout a month ago in Humans
