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Sweet Soul Music: Rhythm and Blues and the Southern Dream of Freedom is a definitive portrait of the legendary performers--Sam Cooke, Ray Charles, Solomon Burke, Otis Redding, Al Green among them--who merged gospel and rhythm and blues to create Southern soul music. It's an intimate narrative about the people who created these songs and the fascinating milieu that gave birth to this revolutionary music.

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Every person in this world wants to be remembered and not too many of them succeed in doing that. When you come across a person who was extremely valuable to mankind, it is natural that you want to learn more and cherish the memory of that person. Do that with the Best Biographies & Memoirs from our book collection. Not only will you read about their lives but you will also get to read their own words that marked their lifetime.

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Ta-Nehisi Coates is a highly acclaimed author, journalist, and educator. He is best known for his writing on race and culture in America. Born in 1975 in Baltimore, Maryland, Coates has become one of the most influential voices in the national race and social justice dialogue. He is a MacArthur Fellow and National Book Award Winner for his nonfiction work, Between the World and Me, released in 2015.
Coates’ writing career began in 2008 with his piece “The Case for Reparations,” published in The Atlantic. This piece brought him widespread attention and propelled him to become one of the most sought-after writers in the United States. Since then, he has written for various publications and magazines such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The New Yorker. He has also written several books, including The Beautiful Struggle, We Were Eight Years in Power and The Water Dancer.
In addition to his writing, Coates is an educator. He has taught courses at Virginia State University and the Santa Fe Institute. He also serves as a distinguished writer in residence at Manhattanville College.
Coates’ work has been widely acclaimed and has received numerous awards. He won the National Book Award in 2015 for Between the World and Me and has been a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize and National Magazine Award. His work has also been featured in several films, television shows, and documentaries.
Coates is known for his honest and holistic approach to discussing race and inequality in America. He is an advocate for reparations for African Americans and has used his writing to call attention to the systemic racism and injustice in the United States. His work has been praised for its insight and careful consideration of history and personal experience to explore the state
In addition to his writing, Coates advocates for social justice and activism. He has spoken out against police brutality, mass incarceration, and other systemic racism. He is a vocal supporter of the Black Lives Matter movement and has made numerous appearances at rallies, protests, and other events supporting the cause.
Coates is also an active member of the literary community. He was a judge for the National Book Awards in 2018 and 2019. In addition, he is a contributing editor to The Atlantic and is a member of the literary nonprofit PEN America.
Coates’ influence continues to be felt in the literary and social justice worlds. His work has shaped public discourse around race, inequality, and justice. He has become a powerful voice in the fight for the rights of African Americans and other marginalized communities. He continues to use his writing to inspire and empower people to stand up for what is right.

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In Sweet Soul Music, Peter Guralnick takes us on a journey to explore the roots of soul music. He digs deep into the history and culture that gave birth to this genre, giving us a better understanding of its origins and evolution.

Understanding the Roots of Soul Music

The book shows how soul music was influenced by the social and political changes of the time. It's fascinating to see how the civil rights movement and other major events shaped the music and its message.

The Impact of Social and Political Changes

Guralnick profiles iconic artists who played a significant role in the development of soul music. From Aretha Franklin to Otis Redding, you'll get an intimate look into their lives, their music, and their impact on the genre.

Profiles of Iconic Artists

Sweet Soul Music is not just about the history of a music genre. It's also about the power of music to bring people together, to inspire, and to heal. It's a reminder of how music can be a force for change.

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If you're a music lover, this book is a must-read. It's a chance to explore a genre that has influenced countless artists and songs. You'll come away with a deeper appreciation for soul music and its place in our cultural history.

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Stewart Brand is an American writer best known as the editor of the Whole Earth Catalog. He founded several organizations, including The WELL, the Global Business Network, and the Long Now Foundation. He is the author of several books, most recently Whole Earth Discipline: An Ecopragmatist Manifesto.
Brand was born in Rockford, Illinois, and attended Phillips Exeter Academy in New Hampshire. He studied biology at Stanford University, graduating in 1960. As a soldier in the U.S. Army, he was a parachutist and taught infantry skills; he later expressed that his military experience had fostered his competence in organizing. A civilian again in 1962, he studied design at San Francisco Art Institute, photography at San Francisco State College, and participated in a legitimate scientific study of then-legal LSD in Menlo Park, California. In 1966, he married mathematician Lois Jennings, an Ottawa Native American.
Brand has lived in California since the 1960s. He and his second wife live on Mirene, a 64-foot (20 m)-long working tugboat. Built-in 1912, the boat is moored in a former shipyard in Sausalito, California. In addition, he works in Mary Heartline, a grounded fishing boat about 100 yards (90 meters) away. One of his favorite items is a table on which Otis Redding is said to have written "(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay." (Brand acquired it from an antique dealer in Sausalito.)
By the mid-1960s, Brand became associated with New York multimedia group USCO and Bay Area author Ken Kesey and his "Merry Pranksters." Brand co-produced the Trips Festival, an early effort involving rock music and light shows, in San Francisco with Kesey and Ramón Sender Barayón. This was one of the first venues at which the Grateful Dead performed in San Francisco. About 10,000 hippies attended, and Haight-Ashbury soon emerged as a community. Tom Wolfe describes Brand in his 1968 book, The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test.
The Whole Earth Catalog implied an ideal of human progress that depended on decentralized, personal, and liberating technological development—so‑called "soft technology." However, in 2005 he criticized aspects of the international environmental ideology he had helped to develop. He wrote an article called "Environmental Heresies" in the May 2005 issue of the MIT Technology Review, in which he describes what he considers necessary changes to environmentalism. He suggested, among other things, that environmentalists embrace nuclear power and genetically modified organisms as technologies with more promise than risk.
Brand later developed these ideas into a book and published the Whole Earth Discipline: An Ecopragmatist Manifesto in 2009. The book examines how urbanization, nuclear power, genetic engineering, geoengineering, and wildlife restoration can be powerful tools in humanity's ongoing fight against global warming. In a 2019 interview, Brand described his perspective as "post-libertarian," indicating that when the Whole Earth Catalog was being written, he did not fully understand the significance of the government's role in developing technology and engineering. In his environmental position, he self-describes as an "Eco-pragmatist."

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Mohnish Pabrai is an Indian-American entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist. He is the founder and managing partner of Pabrai Investment Funds, a value-based investment fund. He is also the author of several books, including The Dhandho Investor, Mosaic: Perspectives on Investing, and The Low-Risk Investment Playbook.
Pabrai was born in Mumbai, India, where he grew up and attended school. He earned a Bachelor of Engineering degree from the University of Mumbai in 1989 and an MBA from the University of Illinois in 1993. After earning his MBA, Pabrai worked as an analyst at A.G. Edwards &amp; Sons and then as a consultant at McKinsey &amp; Company.
In 1999, Pabrai founded Pabrai Investment Funds, a fund that specializes in value investing. Pabrai is known for taking a long-term view of investments and for investing in small- and mid-cap stocks. He has developed a reputation as an expert in value investing and has been featured in numerous books and articles on the subject.
In addition to his successful investing career, Pabrai is also a philanthropist. He is a founding member of the Dakshana Foundation, an organization that provides free education to underprivileged children in India. He also supports a number of charities, including the Pabrai Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships to students from economically weaker sections of society.
Pabrai is a highly sought-after speaker and has spoken at numerous conferences, including the TED Talk series. He is also a sought-after mentor and has mentored students at the University of Illinois and other universities around the world.
Pabrai is an inspiration to many aspiring investors and entrepreneurs, and he has been recognized for his work with numerous awards, including the 2015 Forbes India Leadership Award. He is a living example of success through hard work, dedication, and a commitment to helping others.
In addition to his work with Pabrai Investment Funds and his philanthropic endeavors, Pabrai is also the author of several books, including Cooking with Grease: Stirring the Pots in American Business, The Dhandho Investor, and The Low-Risk Investment Playbook. He has also been featured in a number of magazines, including Fortune and Forbes, and has appeared as a guest on several business and finance programs, including CNBC's Mad Money. Pabrai is also a sought-after guest speaker and has spoken at events such as the World Economic Forum and the Milken Global Conference.

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A History of the World in 100 Objects

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Vinod Khosla is an Indian-American venture capitalist and businessman. He began his career in the technology industry as one of the co-founders of Sun Microsystems in 1982. He served as the company's first chief executive officer and was instrumental in developing and launching the company's flagship product, the SPARC microprocessor. After leaving Sun Microsystems in 1985, Khosla worked as a venture capitalist and technology consultant, investing in and advising startups in the technology sector.
In 2004, Khosla founded Khosla Ventures, a venture capital firm focusing on investments in clean technology and biotechnology companies. The firm has invested in companies working on various technologies, including renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and energy efficiency. Through Khosla Ventures, Khosla has been an active investor in the clean technology industry and has been involved in the launch of several successful companies, including biofuels producer KiOR, energy storage company Ambri, and solar power company BrightSource Energy.
Vinod Khosla has received several awards throughout his career in recognition of his contributions to the technology and venture capital industries, as well as his advocacy for clean technology and sustainable solutions. Some of the notable awards he has received include:
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<li>The Lifetime Achievement Award from the Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) in 2007 for his contributions to the technology industry and his support of entrepreneurship.</li>
<li>The Entrepreneurial Company of the Year award from the Cleantech Group in 2010 for his work with Khosla Ventures in supporting and investing in clean technology companies.</li>
<li>The Visionary of the Year award from the Renewable Energy World Conference &amp; Expo in 2011 for his contributions to the development of the renewable energy industry and his advocacy for market-based solutions to support the growth of renewable energy.</li>
<li>The Clean Energy Leadership award from the Clean Energy Trust in 2012 for his contributions to the growth of the clean energy industry through his investments and advocacy.</li>
<li>The Entrepreneurial Leadership in Energy award from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University in 2013 for his contributions to the development of the clean energy industry and his work with Khosla Ventures in investing in clean technology companies.</li>
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In addition to his work as a venture capitalist, Khosla is also a vocal advocate for using technology to solve environmental problems. He has been a vocal critic of government subsidies for renewable energy and has advocated for market-based solutions to support the growth of the renewable energy industry. He is also known for his work in sustainable agriculture and has invested in several companies working on innovative solutions in this area.

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Diana Kimball Berlin is a product designer and coach based in San Francisco. She works at Quip as a product manager and runs a podcast called Should We. Diana was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Soon after, her family moved to Ann Arbor, Michigan. Berlin claims that books were her first love. When she was eleven months old, her mom wrote to a friend: “Her favorite activity with a parent is reading books (of course, there is a strong possibility we conditioned her to do this).”
Diana Berlin found it tough to break into technology with her degree in history. Before even talking to me, most companies wanted to see a computer science degree. Despite this, Microsoft was willing to hire liberal arts grads into program management roles and set them up for success. Diana spent a summer in Seattle and then a few years in Silicon Valley as a program manager for Office Graphics and then PowerPoint.
After Microsoft, Diana spent two years at Harvard Business School. She then joined Kickstarter in the summer. From there, she moved to Berlin to join SoundCloud as a generalist at a high-growth startup. She worked with my managers to continuously revisit my responsibilities and point them toward impact and learning.
Diana Berlin moved into a product role at SoundCloud, and eventually realized that she was ready to return to the U.S. Soon, she found Quip :  a startup led by product thinkers she admired, seizing the opportunity to redefine productivity. Diana jumped at the chance to shape a product still in its early days and joined the team in January 2016. Seven months later, in August 2016, Salesforce acquired Quip, creating the opportunity to see an acquisition up close. Over the next four years, Diana grew with the team—ultimately leading a group of product managers, user researchers, and data scientists as VP Product. In 2021, Berlin joined Matrix Partners as an early-stage investor

Diana

The $12 Million Stuffed Shark

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Hillary Rodham Clinton is a politician, lawyer, and public speaker from the United States. She served as the First Lady of the United States from 1993 to 2001, as a United States Senator from New York from 2001 to 2009, and as the 67th United States Secretary of State from 2009 to 2013. Clinton was the first woman to ever be nominated for President of the United States by a major political party, the Democratic Party, in 2016.
Clinton graduated from Wellesley College in 1969, and then attended Yale Law School, where she met her future husband, Bill Clinton. After graduating from law school in 1973, Clinton worked as a staff attorney for the Children's Defense Fund, and then as a lawyer for the impeachment inquiry staff during the Watergate scandal.
In 1977, Clinton moved to Arkansas with her husband, who was elected as the Governor of the state in 1978. During her time in Arkansas, Clinton worked as an attorney, and was also involved in various charitable and educational organizations.
In 1992, Clinton's husband, Bill Clinton, was elected as the 42nd President of the United States. As First Lady, Clinton focused on issues such as healthcare reform, child welfare, and women's rights. In 2000, Clinton was elected as a United States Senator from New York, becoming the first First Lady to ever be elected to public office.
In 2008, Clinton ran for President of the United States, but was defeated by Barack Obama in the Democratic primary. Obama later appointed Clinton as the 67th United States Secretary of State, a position she held from 2009 to 2013.
In 2016, Clinton again ran for President, but was defeated by Donald Trump in the general election. Despite her loss, Clinton received nearly 66 million votes, the most ever for a losing candidate in a U.S. presidential election.
Throughout her political career, Clinton has been a vocal advocate for women's rights, children's rights, and healthcare reform. She is also known for her work on international issues, including her efforts to promote democracy and human rights around the world.

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Nancy Pearl is an internationally renowned librarian, literary critic, and author who has been passionate about books and reading for her entire career. Born in Detroit, Michigan, Nancy began her professional career as a librarian at the University of Washington in Seattle, where she earned her Master's in Library Science. She quickly rose to prominence for her innovative approach to library science, combining traditional cataloging and classification with her own unique methods.&nbsp;
Nancy is best known for her groundbreaking work in reader's advisory, a form of library science dedicated to helping readers discover the perfect book. Nancy developed her own system, the "Nancy Pearl Rule," which assigns each book a numerical rating based on the reader's age, interests, and reading level. This system has become widely adopted around the world, and Nancy has since become a sought-after speaker and consultant on reader's advisory.
In addition to her work in libraries, Nancy is also a popular literary critic, appearing on radio and television shows to discuss books and authors. She has served as the book reviewer for NPR's Morning Edition and is the author of several books, including Book Lust and More Book Lust. Her books have been translated into multiple languages and have become popular reading guides for book clubs and librarians.
Nancy has received numerous awards for her work, including the American Library Association's Professional Achievement Award, the American Association of School Librarians Honor Award, and the Washington Library Association's Lifetime Achievement Award. She was also honored with the prestigious Librarian of the Year Award from the Library of Congress in 2019.
Nancy is a passionate advocate for books and reading and has dedicated her life to helping others discover the joys of literature. She is an inspiration to librarians and readers around the world, and her work has changed the way we think about books and libraries.

Nancy

The Hare with Amber Eyes

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Charlamagne Tha God (born Lenard McKelvey; June 29, 1980) is an American radio presenter, television personality, and author. He is best known as the co-host of the nationally syndicated radio show The Breakfast Club with DJ Envy and Angela Yee and as the host of his show Uncommon Sense with Charlamagne Tha God. Charlamagne is also the host of the MTV2 show Uncommon Sense and Guy Code. In 2018, he released his book, Shook One: Anxiety Playing Tricks on Me.
Charlamagne began his career in radio when he was working as an intern at a local radio station in South Carolina. After his internship, he became a full-time radio personality and began to gain popularity. Throughout his career, he has worked on various radio stations across the United States, including WKZQ in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, WPRS in Columbia, South Carolina, and WWPR in New York City.
In 2005, Charlamagne joined the nationally syndicated radio show, The Breakfast Club, with DJ Envy and Angela Yee. The show has become one of the most popular radio shows in the country and continues to be a staple of the radio industry. Charlamagne is known for his candid interviews with celebrities and sharp wit.
In addition to his radio work, Charlamagne has appeared on various television shows, including The Wendy Williams Show, Guy Code, and Uncommon Sense with Charlamagne Tha God. Charlamagne has also written two books, Black Privilege and Shook One: Anxiety Playing Tricks on Me.
Charlamagne is known for his outspoken views and willingness to speak his mind. He has been credited with helping to shape the national conversation on topics such as race, politics, and culture. Charlamagne has become one of the most influential figures in the hip-hop and entertainment worlds and continues to be a powerful voice in the media.
Charlamagne has also become an advocate for mental health awareness and has helped raise awareness about the importance of mental health and its impact on one’s life. He has been an outspoken advocate for mental health, often speaking out about his struggles with anxiety and depression. He has also been a vocal advocate for social justice, discussing the need for criminal justice reform and racial equality.&nbsp;
Charlamagne has also become a successful entrepreneur. He co-founded the production company CThaGod World, which produces television shows and digital content. He has also invested in various start-up companies, such as the online dating site Bumble. He has also become a sought-after public speaker at various universities and conferences worldwide.&nbsp;
Charlamagne is an essential figure in popular culture, and he continues to use his platform to discuss important topics and bring awareness to issues that affect the black community. He is a powerful voice in the media and continues to be influential in the hip-hop and entertainment world.

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Yves Béhar is a Swiss designer, entrepreneur, and educator. He is the founder and principal designer of Fuseproject, an award-winning industrial design, and brand development firm. Béhar is also co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of August, a smart lock company acquired by Assa Abloy in 2017, and he is co-founder of Canopy, a co-working space based in San Francisco.
In 2011, the Conde Nast Innovation and Design Awards recognized him as Designer of the Year. His clients have included Herman Miller, Movado, PUMA, Kodak, MINI, Western Digital, See Better to Learn Better, General Electric, Swarovski, Samsung, Happiest Baby, Jimmyjane, Prada, and Cobalt Robotics.
He studied drawing and industrial design in both Europe and the United States. Béhar attended school in Lausanne, Switzerland, and at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California. In 1991, he received a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design from the Art Center College of Design. Before founding Fuseproject, Yves was the design leader at the Silicon Valley offices of frog design and Lunar Design, developing product identities for clients such as Apple, Hewlett-Packard, and Silicon Graphics.
n 1999, Béhar founded the San Francisco and New York-based industrial design and brand management firm Fuseproject. At Fuseproject, Béhar oversees product design for various industrial sectors, including fashion, lifestyle, sports, and technology. His clients include Herman Miller, PUMA, One Laptop per Child, Jawbone, Kodak, See Better to Learn Better, General Electric, Swarovski, Samsung, Jimmyjane, and Prada. In 2010, Fuseproject won the Industrial Designers Society of America IDSA IDEA/Fast Company awards with 14 winning products.
He is the chief industrial designer of One Laptop per Child XO laptop, signed on with the project in 2005, and has been with the team since March 2006. This collaboration has led to two additional laptop prototypes, the OLPC XOXO and OLPC XO-3. From 2005–2012, he was chair of the Industrial Design Program at California College of the Arts. Béhar's work has been featured in museums and exhibitions worldwide, including at the Mudac, Design Miami, and in the permanent collection at MoMA, and SFMoMA, where Béhar is currently sitting on the Board of Trustees.
Béhar was the Chief Creative Officer of the wearable technology company, Jawbone from 2003 until 2017. In 2010, Béhar redesigned the Jawbone branding, packaging, communications, and products. Behar designed the JAMBOX and BIG JAMBOX, a family of Bluetooth compact audio speakers, and the UP: Jawbone's app-powered health and wellness wristband. In addition, Béhar collaborated with Ceft and Company New York for the Jawbone headset visuals. As of 2017, Jawbone was being liquidated, and the money was being used for a new health start-up called Jawbone Health.
He is the chief industrial designer of One Laptop per Child (OLPC's) XO laptop, signed on with the project in 2005, and has been with the team since March 2006. This collaboration has led to two additional laptop prototypes, the OLPC XOXO and OLPC XO-3. In 2009, he collaborated with Ethan Imboden of Jimmyjane on a line of waterproof rechargeable vibrators. In addition, he partnered with Peel, a company that created an app and hardware to turn mobile devices into universal television remotes. Other investment and partner companies include Mint Cleaner and Herman Miller.
In June 2012, Yves Behar and Ouya partnered to create an open, hackable game platform. The initiative launched on Kickstarter and raised over $8.5 million with over 63,000 backers. In addition, SodaStream International teamed with Béhar to introduce Source, a new home soda machine designed with a particular emphasis on sustainability.
In June 2014, Béhar partnered with Mark One to announce Vessyl, a proposed smart drinking glass designed to help users make better decisions about their health and overall consumption. Unfortunately, the product never shipped after taking in more than $11m in funding ($7m in institutional funding and $4m in preorders). Finally, in October 2015, Béhar and Movado announced a design collaboration, beginning with the Movado Edge; this is the first design partnership for the brand since the launch of their original Museum Dial watches in 1947.
Béhar launched the world's first smart bassinet with Harvey Karp in October 2016, utilizing robotic technology to simulate the 5 S technique detailed in Happiest Baby on the Block. In 2017, Behar introduced The Frame, a collaboration with Samsung; The Frame is a smart TV that displays a piece of artwork from a world-renowned artist instead of going black when turned off. The Frame now has a vast art collection with works from the Van Gogh Museum, Andy Warhol Museum, and the Prado.
In 2017, Béhar made international news with his work with Fusebox on the Juicero juicer. It was known for limited functionality and high price, designed with known limitations for the user - putting Fuseproject's design reputation on the line. In addition, Béhar created a model of security robots for use in workspaces which Cobalt Robotics launched in 2017.

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The Americans

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James Franco is an American actor, director, screenwriter, producer, and teacher. He is best known for his roles in the films Spider-Man (2002), Pineapple Express (2008), Milk (2008), and 127 Hours (2010). He has been nominated for numerous awards, including three Golden Globe Awards and four Academy Awards.
Franco was born in Palo Alto, California, to Betsy Lou (née Verne), an author, and Douglas Eugene Franco, who ran a Silicon Valley business. He has two older brothers, Tom and Dave, and an older sister, Alison. He was raised in California's Bay Area and attended Palo Alto High School. He was an avid comic book reader as a child, and his favorite superhero was Spider-Man. He has said that he was "kind of a late bloomer" and was not popular in school.
Franco began his acting career in 1999 with a minor role in the television series Pacific Blue. He also appeared in the television series Freaks and Geeks and had a recurring role in the short-lived drama series. He made his film debut in the 1999 comedy Never Been Kissed. In 2000, he had a starring role in the biopic James Dean, and in 2002, he gained worldwide recognition for his portrayal of Harry Osborn in Spider-Man.
Franco had a variety of roles in independent films such as The Company (2003), Tristan &amp; Isolde (2006), and Milk (2008), for which he was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor. In 2009, he appeared in the comedies I Love You, Man, and Date Night. He also had a supporting role in the films Eat Pray Love (2010) and Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011).
In 2011, Franco had his directorial debut with the biopic Sal. He also starred in the films Oz the Great and Powerful (2013), This Is the End (2013), and The Disaster Artist (2017). In 2017, he was nominated for an Academy Award for his performance in The Disaster Artist. He also received critical acclaim for his performance in the HBO series The Deuce (2017–2019).
Franco is also a successful producer, having produced films such as Good Time Max (2007), The Disaster Artist (2017), and The Sound and the Fury (2014). He is also a published author, having written the novels Actors Anonymous (2014) and A California Childhood (2019).
Franco has also taught at the New York University Tisch School of the Arts and the University of Southern California. He has also established a film school at Studio 4, which he co-founded in 2014. He has also served as a guest lecturer at various universities such as Yale, NYU, and UCLA.
Franco's diverse career has earned him international recognition and acclaim. He continues to challenge himself and take on new roles and projects. He is an inspiration to many and a true example of what hard work and dedication can bring.

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Every Little Step

A breakout literary phenomenon and #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Rupi Kaur wrote, illustrated, and self-published her first poetry collection, 'milk and honey' in 2014. Next came its artistic sibling, 'the sun and her flowers', in 2017. These collections have sold more than 10 million copies and have been translated into over 40 languages. Her latest poetry collection, 'home body', debuted at #1 on bestseller lists across the world. As she has done from the very beginning, Rupi self-produced Rupi Kaur Live, the first poetry special of its kind, which debuted on Amazon Prime Video in 2021.&nbsp;
Rupi Kaur has also graced the stage across the globe on world tours, performing her poetry across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, the UK, Europe, and more. Intertwined with visuals, music, comedy, and anecdotes, Rupi performs her classic poems and unpublished pieces, tailoring each show to the city she visits.&nbsp;
Rupi’s work touches on love, loss, trauma, healing, femininity, and migration. She feels most at home when creating art, performing her poetry onstage, and spending time with family and friends.

Rupi

The Complete Maus

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Daniel Ek is the CEO and co-founder of Spotify, a digital music streaming service launched in 2008. Before Spotify, Ek co-founded several other technology companies, including Advertigo, which TradeDoubler acquired in 2006. He also worked at Stardoll, a social network for girls, and as a consultant for companies such as Ericsson and Nokia.&nbsp;
Ek is considered one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the technology industry and has been recognized for his work with several awards and honors. Some notable ones include:
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<li>In 2011, he was named one of the "100 Most Influential People in the World" by Time magazine.</li>
<li>In 2013, he was named "Entrepreneur of the Year" by Ernst &amp; Young.</li>
<li>In 2014, he was named "Digital Leader of the Year" by the Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce.</li>
<li>In 2015, he was honored with the "Founders Award" by the International Digital Economy Accreditation Board.</li>
<li>In 2016, he was named one of the "20 Most Powerful People in the Music Industry" by Billboard.</li>
<li>In 2018, he was awarded the "Global Leader of the Year" award by the Confederation of Swedish Enterprise.</li>
<li>In 2019, the World Economic Forum honored him with the "Leadership in Technology" award.</li>
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Additionally, Daniel Ek is one of the youngest billionaires in the world. As of 2021, he is listed in the Forbes Billionaires list. These awards and honors reflect Ek's significant contributions to the music industry and the technology sector, as well as his leadership skills and entrepreneurial success.

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Bass Culture

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Eric Weinstein is an American mathematician and economist and the managing director of Thiel Capital, a venture capital firm founded by Peter Thiel. He holds a Ph.D. in mathematical physics from Harvard University and is a visiting professor at the California Institute of Technology. He is also a frequent speaker on the topics of mathematics, economics, and technology and has written books and articles on these topics.
Eric was born in Brooklyn, New York, and grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area. He attended Stanford University, where he earned his bachelor's degree in mathematics and economics, and then went on to Harvard University, where he received his Ph.D. in mathematical physics. After completing his studies at Harvard, he joined the faculty of the California Institute of Technology, where he is now a visiting professor.
In addition to his academic work, Eric has been a leading figure in the technology and venture capital industry. He was a founding partner at Icon Ventures and a managing partner at Thiel Capital. He has worked with Peter Thiel and other venture capitalists to invest in new technologies and business opportunities. Eric is also an expert in the field of mathematics, having published several books and articles on the topic.
In addition to his work in the venture capital industry, Eric has been a frequent speaker and commentator on a variety of topics related to economics, technology, and mathematics. He has served as a keynote speaker at many conferences, including the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. He is also the host of the popular podcast the Portal, which has featured guests such as Elon Musk, Bill Gates, and Richard Branson.
Eric is a well-known figure in the technology industry and is highly respected for his knowledge and expertise. He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the National Academy of Sciences, the Association for Computing Machinery, and the American Mathematical Society. His work has been recognized by many awards, including the National Science Foundation's Alan T. Waterman Award and the Harvard University Levinson Prize.

Eric

How Music Works

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Ken Burns is an American filmmaker best known for his documentaries on historical subjects. His documentaries have been praised for their use of archival footage and photographs and their narrative style of storytelling. His signature style of filmmaking, which includes slow zooms and pans on still photographs, has become ubiquitous in the documentary genre.
Burns was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1953. He began his career as an assistant cameraman at WNET, the public television station in New York. He then produced, directed, and edited documentaries for PBS, including his first film, Brooklyn Bridge (1981). This film won him an Academy Award nomination for Best Documentary Feature.
Since then, Burns has gone on to create several award-winning and critically acclaimed documentaries, including The Civil War (1990), Baseball (1994), Jazz (2001), and The War (2007). He has also directed several feature-length documentaries, including The Central Park Five (2012) and The Vietnam War (2017). His latest project is a six-part series titled Country Music (2019).
Burns' works have been praised for captivating audiences and bringing historical stories to life. He has won several awards, including two Emmy Awards, two Grammy Awards, and a Peabody Award. In addition, he has been awarded a MacArthur Foundation “genius grant” and the U.S. National Humanities Medal.
Ken Burns is one of the most influential and celebrated documentaries filmmakers of our time. His documentaries have brought to life some of the most important historical events of our time and have introduced new generations of viewers to the power of documentary filmmaking.
Ken Burns has been an inspiration to many aspiring filmmakers, and his work has been credited with helping to make documentary filmmaking more accessible to viewers. His films often deal with complex topics, such as war, poverty, and the human condition, in a way that engages viewers and encourages them to think critically about the subject matter. He has also been praised for his use of archival footage and photographs to tell his stories and his ability to create a narrative that is both informative and emotionally powerful. His films have also been credited with helping to revitalize interest in American history.

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Ryan Holiday is an American author, marketer, media strategist, and entrepreneur. He is the author of several bestselling books, including his most recent, Perennial Seller, as well as popular titles such as The Obstacle Is the Way, Ego Is the Enemy, Conspiracy, and Growth Hacker Marketing. Holiday has written for the New York Times, Forbes, the Wall Street Journal, and other publications. He has also been featured in Time, The New Yorker, and The Washington Post.
Holiday is the founder of Brass Check, a creative consulting agency that specializes in marketing, media strategy, and creative consulting. He has worked with some of the world’s most successful authors, entrepreneurs, and public figures, including Tony Robbins, Tim Ferriss, Robert Greene, and Tucker Max. His clients also include media companies such as VICE, MTV, and Complex. He has also served as a consultant to brands such as American Apparel, Google, and Gillette.
As an author, Holiday has written nine books, three of which have become New York Times bestsellers. His books focus on topics such as personal and professional development, marketing, and media strategy. His most recent book, Perennial Seller, is a guide to creating and sustaining success in business, publishing, and life.
As a media strategist and consultant, Holiday has helped launch and reinvigorate several brands and campaigns. His work spans from creating marketing campaigns for startups and Fortune 500 companies to working as a creative consultant for media companies and major brands.
Holiday's work has been featured in major publications, including the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, and The Washington Post. He has also appeared on television shows such as the Colbert Report, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, The Today Show, and podcasts such as the Tim Ferriss Show and the Joe Rogan Experience.&nbsp;
In addition to his work as an author, media strategist, and consultant, Holiday is a frequent public speaker. He has been a keynote speaker at events such as SXSW, the World Business Forum, and the Inc. 5000 Conference. He also teaches marketing and media strategy classes at the University of California, Berkeley.
Holiday is passionate about helping others achieve their goals and dreams. He has created several online courses and resources to help entrepreneurs, creatives, and marketers better understand the media landscape, marketing, and creative strategies. He also serves as the Managing Director of the media startup, Contently and is an adviser to several startups and companies. He is also a mentor to many aspiring entrepreneurs and creators.

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James Clear is a writer, entrepreneur, and thought leader in the field of habit formation. He is the author of the international bestseller Atomic Habits, which has sold over 2 million copies and has been translated into over 30 languages.
Clear is a frequent contributor to high-profile publications such as The New York Times, Time Magazine, and Entrepreneur Magazine. He is also a popular speaker and has given talks at TEDx, Google, and the United Nations.
Clear's work focuses on the science and psychology of habit formation and how it can be used to build positive behaviors. He has a special emphasis on "small wins" and how they can add up to major changes in our lives. He emphasizes that small changes can lead to big results and that we should focus on creating the right habits.
Clear's research is based on a combination of scientific studies, interviews with leading experts, and personal experience. He has a degree in finance and entrepreneurship from the University of Michigan and a master's degree in psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara. He has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Guardian. He was also named one of the world’s top 100 most influential people in health and fitness by Greatist.
In addition to writing, Clear is an advocate for the power of habits and is the founder of the Habits Academy. This website provides free resources for people interested in forming better habits. He also runs an online course and a membership program for those looking to take their habit-building to the next level.
Clear's work has been praised by people from a wide range of backgrounds and industries, from CEOs to athletes to celebrities. He is also a two-time recipient of the James Beard Foundation Award.

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Paul Graham is an entrepreneur, programmer, and essayist. He is the co-founder of Y Combinator, a startup accelerator that has funded over 2,000 companies including Dropbox, Airbnb, and Reddit. His career has been focused on technology and startups. He began his career as a programmer and software developer, working on various projects and startups. In 1995, he co-founded Viaweb, one of the first web-based companies that allowed users to create their own online stores. The company was later sold to Yahoo in 1998 for $49 million.
After the sale of Viaweb, Graham turned his attention to startup investing and mentoring. In 2005, he co-founded Y Combinator, a startup accelerator that provides funding, resources, and mentorship to early-stage startups. Y Combinator has since funded over 2,000 companies, many of which have gone on to become successful and valuable companies, such as Dropbox, Airbnb, and Reddit.
Paul Graham has several notable achievements in his career, including:
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<li>Co-founding Viaweb: Viaweb was one of the first web-based companies that allowed users to create their own online stores. The company was later sold to Yahoo in 1998 for $49 million.</li>
<li>Fellowship at Harvard's Society of Fellows: Graham is a Fellow at Harvard's Society of Fellows, a prestigious group of scholars who receive funding and support to pursue their research.</li>
<li>Helping launch successful startups: Graham has helped launch many successful startups through Y Combinator and has mentored many entrepreneurs. Some of the successful companies that came out of Y Combinator include Dropbox, Airbnb, and Reddit.</li>
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In addition to his work with Y Combinator, Graham is also known for his essays on technology and startups. He has written extensively on the startup ecosystem, the role of technology in society, and the future of the internet. His essays have been collected in two books, "Hackers &amp; Painters" and "Ansi Common Lisp." He continues to share his thoughts and insights on his website, paulgraham.com.

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Debbie Millman is a well-known figure in the design industry. She is a writer, designer, educator, and host of the podcast "Design Matters," which is the world's first podcast on design and is one of the most popular design podcasts.
Millman began her career as a graphic designer, working for various design firms before eventually founding her own branding and design agency called "Millman Productions." Throughout her career, she has worked on a wide range of design projects, including branding, packaging, and advertising for a variety of clients in various industries.
In addition to her designer work, Millman is a highly respected educator and speaker. She has taught design at a number of universities, including the School of Visual Arts in New York City, where she currently serves as the President of the board of trustees. She is also a frequent speaker at design conferences and events, sharing her knowledge and experience with designers from around the world.
Millman is also known for her writing on design and branding. She is the author of six books on the subject, including "How to Think Like a Great Graphic Designer" and "Brand Apart: How to Create a Category Dominant Brand." Her writing is highly respected in the design community, and she is known for her thoughtful, insightful, and actionable advice.
In addition to her many accomplishments in the design world, Millman is also a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusivity in the design industry. She has been a vocal critic of the lack of representation of women and people of color in design. She has worked to promote and support underrepresented designers throughout her career.
Overall, Debbie Millman is a highly respected and accomplished figure in the design industry. Her work as a designer, educator, writer, and advocate has significantly impacted the design world, and she continues to be an influential voice in the industry.

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