David Watson

Aug 27, 2024 | washingtonindependentreviewofbooks.com | David Mikics |Claude Béata |David Watson |Tasneem Jamal

Thousands of books are published each month. And as much as we’d like to, we can’t read (or review) them all. But what we can do is point out a few we think you might enjoy. In that spirit, here’s a rundown of forthcoming titles that caught our eye and may catch yours, too. *****The MAD Files: Writers and Cartoonists on the Magazine that Warped America’s Brain! byDavid Mikics(Library of America).What, me worry? A look at how Alfred E.

May 8, 2024 | juicyecumenism.com | David Watson |Methodist Voices |Mark Tooley |Sarah Stewart

The Mere Methodism Conference brought together world-class scholars and church leaders from across the Wesleyan world to explore the riches of our heritage, diving into the insights and contributions of faithful followers of Jesus Christ who have gone before us, and pointing us forward to a faithful future. Participants gathered April 4-6 at the historic Lyceum in Alexandria, Virginia at the invitation of the John Wesley Institute.

Mar 12, 2024 | goodnewsmag.org | David Watson

A few weeks ago I found myself sitting by a campfire at a truckstop. Nearby, a large tent, open on one side, sheltered a few weary truckers who lay on cots. A man sold snacks from a small stand. It was cold outside and the fire warmed my hands and feet while I drank sweet tea seasoned with black pepper. It’s not exactly a scenario one would see at a Buc-ees, but I was in India, somewhere south of the sprawling megalopolis of Delhi.

Mar 6, 2024 | medium.com | David Watson

A Puzzle Wrapped in a Mystery Inside an EnigmaEver felt like Sherlock Holmes, trying to solve the mystery of what your friends really want? Let’s imagine you’re a detective, but instead of solving crimes, you’re uncovering the secret wishes of your community. Sounds cool, right? Well, grab your magnifying glass, because we’re about to become the detectives of our own social circles!Mission: Understand the UnsaidLet’s whip up a superpower for you.

Feb 17, 2024 | medium.com | David Watson

Don’t fall for the novice’s common mistakeThe phrase, “A novice says, ‘I’ve already heard that;’ a master says, ‘Ah…thank you for the reminder,’” by Sean Stephenson expresses a profound lesson in humility, the value of repetition, and the journey from being a beginner to becoming a master in any field. This journey, especially for aspiring entrepreneurs, is paved with countless reminders, lessons, and insights, often repeated yet newly understood at different stages of growth and mastery.