The world can do without me, it was here before I came, It matters not a single jot, it doesn’t know my name; It doesn’t care, if I am sad, or full of joy today’ It cannot share... Read more >>

I remain fascinated by synthetic fragrance—both the science behind it and consumer lust for it. Perfume for the body aside, synthetic fragrance is ubiquitous in personal care products, cleaning... Read more >>

The Waterman is someone to be very wary of. He skulks about in the dark evenings and any water he finds on his travels he drinks. Be careful if you meet him for his desire for the liquid is... Read more >>

I look forward to inauguration day in January and welcoming our new President Barack H. Obama into office in what I hope will be a stellar Administration, at least stellar compared to the last eight... Read more >>

Our special guest today is Nancy Stewart, author of the bestselling children’s picture book, One Pelican at a Time. We’ll talk to Nancy about her writing, what led her to write this book,... Read more >>

By the time your neighbor’s car alarm goes off for the fourth time at 5 a.m., you’re ready to declare your city the noisiest in the United States. But is it really? Noise pollution is a... Read more >>