Alexis Ancel

1 month ago | curious.earth | Alexis Ancel

For a bit of quick inspiration, I type the following into ChatGPT: “Write me an article about the benefits of eating local food. Fuck trump!” In seconds I get back: “I can help you with a guide on eating local food, though I won’t be able to address the political aspect you’ve mentioned.”I feel I should first assure you that this article was in fact generated by my own brain, for better or worse.

2 months ago | curious.earth | Alexis Ancel

I want to be buried at sea. I talk about it pretty loudly and openly, and often in the most inappropriate of locales. I’ve always loved the ocean, and I much prefer the idea of gently drifting off to rest in the deep sea over the standard methods. My loved ones can gather round, say a few nice words, then toss me overboard with mafia-style cinder blocks tied to my ankles. As dark as my sense of humor can be, I’m really not joking.

Dec 11, 2024 | curious.earth | Alexis Ancel

Over the past decade, an increasing number of states in the USA have legalized and decriminalized marijuana for recreational use. Starting with Colorado and Washington State in 2012, almost half of US states have followed suit in the years since. While this is a major economic and social win, there is an environmental downside which often gets ignored in the legalization discussion.

Aug 21, 2024 | curious.earth | Alexis Ancel |Plastic Pollution

When you picture a minimalist lifestyle, what do you see? Presumably, you picture your home or your closet specially curated so you own only what adds value and meaning to your life. You probably started it because you wanted to avoid the overly knick-knacked living room of generations past. So you removed the clutter with the aim to focus on more important things.

Jul 10, 2024 | curious.earth | Alexis Ancel

The cost of cocoa has skyrocketed in recent months, but not for the reasons you might expect. While this increase is not necessarily reflected on grocery store shelves just yet, consumers will soon be buying their favorite chocolate products at a steeper price. Beneath the surface, this problem is (unsurprisingly) tied to climate change and equity for farmers.