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James grew up with itinerant bohemians who traveled to festivals along the East Coast in a rusty Winnebago. His checkered past includes stints archiving sounds at Cornell's Lab of Ornithology, teaching science at an alternative school in Oregon, studying ethnomusicology at Columbia, raising sheep in Vermont, running a rare bookshop and founding a webzine for young rural creatives. A freelance photographer, radio producer and event organizer, James is passionate about storytelling, community building and public media. Find him on Twitter @jamesnapoli_ or Instagram @james.napoli.

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Despite COVID Risks, Some Young Folks Still Plan to Gather for the Holidays

The safest bet is to stay home. For many, that's not so simple.

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9 Comfort Foods to Keep Your Spirits High

Try these seasonal favorites from notable young chefs, food writers and culinary podcasters.

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7 Ways to Manage Anxiety in Uncertain Times

These evidence-based techniques will help you find calm right now.

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Music as Therapy: Roots Musician Amythyst Kiah on Identity, Mental Health and Generational Trauma

The Tennessee-based singer-songwriter discusses life during COVID, her upcoming album and the Grammy-nominated hit “Black Myself.”

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As We Lead Increasingly Online Lives, What Does It Mean To Be Human?

A conversation with 'IRL' author Chris Stedman on what social media can teach us about being real.

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7 Mental Health Podcasts to Listen to Right Now

These binge-worthy audio shows help break the stigma around therapy, depression and mental illness.

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'Climate Change Is a Barrier to Our Future'

Zanagee Artis on the Green New Deal, organizing during COVID, and getting out the youth vote.

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How to Start Advocating for Yourself

6 tips to help you take a stand, put your interests first and get what you deserve.

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How to Thrive in a Gig Economy

Pursue passion projects, build new skills and diversify your income with a portfolio career.

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Should You Quit Grad School?

4 signs it may be time to leave your graduate program.

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Should You Start Trading Stocks on Your Phone? Probably Not, Experts Say

Apps like Robinhood make investing simple, accessible and fun. They can also be addictive and extremely risky.

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The Book That Changed My Life

Notable young artists, writers and journalists share the works that shaped their lives.

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