A Trust Fund for the American People


A Trust Fund for the American People

Over $315 million – that’s the amount of money raised by presidential candidates for the 2012 election cycle as of January 31, 2012. In addition, over $51 million had already …read more »

Welcome to Silicon Celluloid Santa Monica: A Beach Town with a Confident Vibe of Relaxed Sophistication


Welcome to Silicon Celluloid Santa Monica: A Beach Town with a Confident Vibe of Relaxed Sophistication

A Beach Town with a Confident Vibe of Relaxed Sophistication You’ve arrived in town very late the night before, not wildly enthusiastic, because you’ve heard that L.A. is a vast, …read more »

Addictions: Can Acupuncture Kick the Habit?


Addictions: Can Acupuncture Kick the Habit?

Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Marilyn Monroe…. Each engaged in hand-to-hand combat with their addictions, caught in the vortex of the precarious distance between Heaven and Earth. The “highs” they experienced …read more »

“A Call to Conscience – There Is Nothing Wrong with Power If Power Is Used Correctly.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.


“A Call to Conscience – There Is Nothing Wrong with Power If Power Is Used Correctly.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

During a U.S. Republican Presidential Campaign debate in January 2012, viewed by millions, candidate Ron Paul lauded the principles and practices of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. He indicated that …read more »

Switchboard – An Interview with Ambika Leigh


Switchboard – An Interview with Ambika Leigh

SWITCHBOARD from Ambika Leigh. Q/C: Your award-winning Short Film, “Switchboard,” is an iconic illustration of the raison d’être for the Silver Linings section of Expand or Contract (?) ! It is a remarkable, compelling, and entirely original film …read more »

San Francisco in 48hrs


San Francisco in 48hrs

Days off are coveted. Every hour savored. 48hrs in San Francisco can feel more like a luxurious 4-day vacation with some savvy inside information and a sense of adventure. Two …read more »

“The Stillness That Comes from the Practice of Yoga Allows You to Become Enlivened and Vibrant. It is a Practice.” – Birgitte Kristen


“The Stillness That Comes from the Practice of Yoga Allows You to Become Enlivened and Vibrant. It is a Practice.” – Birgitte Kristen

Q: In the last 5 years, yoga has become wildly popular in the mainstream – nationally and internationally. What do you attribute this rapid and expansive growth to? I think …read more »

“Haven’t You Heard”


“Haven’t You Heard”

“It’s an Evolution Revolution, and I’m Providing the Soundtrack!” – Ray Davis Meet Ray Davis: musician, songwriter, composer, singer – prolific in creating his own original sound – he’s also …read more »

Brenda Lee Eager – Ask Prince: She’s “Somebody’s Somebody.”


Brenda Lee Eager – Ask Prince: She’s “Somebody’s Somebody.”

“Remember, everything we say, everything we do carries power. Even if you sing softly, be sure of where you’re going. You’ll know when it’s time to kick it up, and ride …read more »

The Wine Bible


The Wine Bible

Demystifying the Art of Food & Wine with the Author of “The Wine Bible”– Karen MacNeil With the increasing globalization of wine sales, consumers continue to have greater access to a …read more »