We explore the levels of achievement of which humans are capable and the committment necessary to transform skill into pure artistry. ...
Aden Debord, 21, formulates a theory that each of us enjoys a gift in life -- such as the ability to find a great seat in a restaurant before the crowd arrives. But the gift is always balanced-out by a curse. For instance, Aden believes his best laid plans are always doomed to come to nothing. Jim Newman, 73, expands on Aden's theory. He asks whether, say, the gift of creativity always comes with a corresponding downside. ...
Aden Debord, 20, just returned from an aquatics conference in Boston, MA, has an idea that could add a new dimension to the pool experience -- a slack line traversing the width of the pool. Turns out, he may have some hurdles to contend with before that dream becomes a reality. Meanwhile, Jim Newman, 72, remains hard at work on yet another draft of his Vietnam novel. He thinks he may have had a breakthrough in his writing, and believes his use of marijuana is partly responsible. ...
