The end of many years of war, a pandemic in retrograde, the rise of far right and left groups, global economies struggling, Congress all but ineffective, and conflict in the Ukraine, but hey that was 1922 and one hundred years later…well perhaps the old analogy about not learning from history runs true, but not everything was doom and gloom, especially when it came to the world … [Read more...] about Cocktails for the Centuries
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Inside Esalen
60 Years of Exploring Human Potential
Its very presence provides life-enhancing lessons in presence for those who seek it. Like a crown jewel, it sprawls majestically with the playful Pacific Ocean and bold Big Sur mountains welcoming visitors all at once. It is luxurious and spartan, educational and kicked-back, and just a scenic jaunt down Highway 1 from Carmel. The Esalen Institute, one of the cornerstones of … [Read more...] about Inside Esalen
Journey to the Big Screen
The Multitalented Thomas Marchese Discusses His New Film and His Digital Art
There are lots of moving parts involved in making a movie," says filmmaker Thomas Marchese. "So many things that have to go right to get one made." From start to finish, fortune smiled on this first-time feature film writer/director. His recently completed movie, "From Black," will soon be available on both AMC+ and AMC's Shudder streaming services, and a theatrical release is … [Read more...] about Journey to the Big Screen
Golfing in Paradise
Welcome to The 76th Annual AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am
Picture the scene: snow is falling, adding flake by flake to the three feet already piled up against the front door on this midwinter Sunday afternoon—that will have to be dealt with before work in the morning, but for now there are more pressing matters at hand. As the temperature hovers in the low twenties, a crackling fire keeps that comfortably at bay in this cozy … [Read more...] about Golfing in Paradise
A Cliffside Home Built for Generations
Actor Brad Pitt’s New Carmel Highlands Property
Actor Brad Pitt is no stranger to the allure of Carmel. In the past decades, he's been a frequent visitor to Carmel-by-the-Sea and has attended local events, including rare auto shows during Monterey's Classic Car Week. Pitt has long professed his passion for architecture and is a fan of the Arts and Crafts style of design. Over the years, he has collected an impressive … [Read more...] about A Cliffside Home Built for Generations