Public Impact

Many of us have concerns about the effects of climate change on Earth, but we often overlook the essential issue of human health. This book addresses that oversight and enlightens listeners about the most important aspect of one of the greatest challenges of our time. By weighing in from a physician's perspective, authors Jay Lemery and Paul Auerbach clarify the science, dispel the myths, and help listeners understand the threats of climate change to human health.

A black swan is a highly improbable event with three principal characteristics: It is unpredictable; it carries a massive impact; and, after the fact, we concoct an explanation that makes it appear less random, and more predictable, than it was. The astonishing success of Google was a black swan; so was 9/11. For Nassim Nicholas Taleb, black swans underlie almost everything about our world, from the rise of religions to events in our own personal lives. Elegant, startling, and universal in its applications, The Black Swan will change the way you look at the world. 

People are looking for a better way. Towering barriers are holding millions of people back, and the institutions that should help everyone rise are not doing the job. Crumbling communities. One-size fits all education. Businesses that rig the economy. Public policy that stifles opportunity and emboldens the extremes. As a result, this country is quickly heading toward a two-tiered society.

As a University of Chicago–trained economist and Harvard medical school professor and doctor, Anupam Jena is uniquely equipped to answer these questions. And as a critical care doctor at Massachusetts General who researches health care policy, Christopher Worsham confronts their impact on the hospital’s sickest patients. In this singular work of science and medicine, Jena and Worsham show us how medicine really works, and its effect on all of us.

"ALICE CROWLEY'S STORIES ALWAYS END ON A CLIFFHANGER." ~ D. Wolff "FIVE STARS!" ~ Multiple Fans "ALICE CROWLEY IS ONE OF OUR GREATEST LIVING WRITERS!" ~ G. Taylor Marcus Tuttle is one heck of a hard-boiled gumshoe. Caprice Wonda is a model with a side hustle: bringing in off-world drugs to help illuminate all of society. Now, these two characters are on a collision course with one another. And as the body heat starts to singe with hot and steamy romance, their passion helps these two to understand that this story is bigger than the sum of its parts. Included a free, hot excerpt from another...

Step into a world where the dance of light transforms the mundane into the magnificent. "Beyond the Studio" opens a vibrant prism to the awe-inspiring realm of public glass art—a journey of radiance, reflection, and revelation. Dive into the ethereal allure of glass as it shapes our public spaces, transforming light into an immersive sensory experience that transcends time. Traverse through history and witness how glass art installations have evolved, becoming pivotal landmarks that represent the heart of both natural and urban environments. Meet the visionaries, from audacious pioneers ...

This book, "Future Transport - The Future of Transportation and its Impact on the Environment," delves into the various impacts that transportation has on our world, including the environment, urban planning, public health, and social equity. The introduction sets the stage by highlighting the important role that transportation plays in our lives and the need to consider its effects on the world around us. The following chapters explore the impact of transportation on the environment, including the rise of electric vehicles and the future of public transportation. The book also examines the...

Step into the enthralling world of "Hips, Hits, and High Stakes: Elvis Presley's Playbook for Public Stardom," a captivating masterpiece penned by a distinguished Elvis historian hailing from the heartland of Tupelo, Mississippi. This literary gem is more than a book; it's a riveting journey that unveils the secrets, strategies, and stories behind the legendary rise of the King of Rock 'n' Roll. In the pages of this meticulously crafted opus, the author, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for unraveling the mystique of Elvis Presley, takes you on an immersive exploration of the ...

DID YOU DO YOUR HOMEWORK? is more than just a critically acclaimed and award-winning solo show; it's a transformative journey through the world of public-school education. This powerful play explores the comical, tragic, and inspiring aspects of the American urban educational system, following the remarkable journey of a substitute teacher navigating the inner-city classroom bureaucracy. DID YOU DO YOUR HOMEWORK? highlights the importance of nurturing our youth to lead productive, capable lives, and showcases the diversity and resilience of the students within our public schools. As each ...

Does the idea of public speaking make you break out in a cold sweat and want to run as far from a podium as possible, or do you see it as an exciting opportunity to inspire and influence others through the artistry of your speech? In this audiobook, longtime master coach, performer, and founder of the No Fear Speaking System, Joe Yazbeck, will show you step-by-step how to create and deliver powerful presentations, master the artful science of public speaking, and deliver impact speeches.

From former New York Times Science writer Tatiana Schlossberg comes Inconspicuous Consumption: The Environmental Impact You Don't Know You Have, a fascinating and unexpectedly entertaining look at the way climate change and environmental pollution are intimately involved in our everyday life - in everything we use, buy, eat, wear, and how we get around - and have consequences that extend far beyond our lives.

Plague and pestilence have both fascinated and terrified humanity from the very beginning. Societies and individuals have struggled to make sense of them, and more importantly, they’ve often struggled to avoid them. Before the scientific age, people had no knowledge of the microbiological agents - unseen bacteria and viruses - which afflicted them, and thus, the maladies were often ascribed to wrathful supernatural forces.

Public speaking has evolved. And most people haven't caught up! The traditional approach to public speaking stifles your ability to breathe comfortably - and fails to leave a message in the mind of your listener. The revolutionary method in What's Your Message? shows you how to think clearly, manage anxiety, and speak persuasively.

Dive into the pulse of modern cities with "Building Prosperity," a riveting eBook that unravels the complexities of urban growth and housing affordability. This cutting-edge read offers an essential deep dive into the factors shaping the future of our cities and provides insightful analysis on how to forge a path towards sustainable and inclusive urban development. Imagine a world where urban growth equates to widespread prosperity—a vision this book explores with meticulous detail. Each chapter weaves through the intricacies of urban economics, the historical contexts of housing crises, ...

Whether you need to give a wedding toast as a best man or maid of honor, a retirement speech, an award or promotion speech, or any other kind of toast, this handbook offers you a done-for-you blueprint to help you organize your thoughts and turn giving a toast into a painless, stress-free process. As a clear, concise, and no-fluff book that you can enjoy in just a weekend or less, Toast: Short Speeches, Big Impact is an invaluable tool for anybody scared of public speaking—or short on ideas.

One of the most ubiquitous indicators of human activity, roads typically promise development and prosperity. Yet they carry with them the threat of disruption to both human and animal lives. Jones surveys the myriad, innovative ways stakeholders across the world have sought to reduce animal-vehicle collisions and minimize road-crossing risks for wildlife, including efforts undertaken at the famed fauna overpasses of Banff National Park, the Singapore Eco-Link, "tunnels of love" in the Australian Alps, and others. 

Leading voice coach John Henny has trained a range of individuals, from superstar singers to top-tier executives, in mastering their voices for maximum impact. The Compelling Speaker will guide you in unearthing your voice's natural rhythm and melody, captivating interest through variations in pitch, tone, and pace.

Who benefits from Universal Basic Income - and who pays for it? Learn everything you need to know about UBI in this short book!

This book was previously published as “A Punishing Workout” by Reba Bale. Who knew working with a trainer would be so painful? Recent divorcee Amy needs to get in shape, but she lacks discipline. She decides to ask the Divorce Discipline group for a little motivation. Trainer Marcus offers her an unusual conditioning plan: follow his orders precisely or feel the sting of a harsh public punishment. It turns out that Amy likes being dominated and humiliated a little too much. Pretty soon everyone at the gym is getting in on the action. But can she get a special reward from her stern ...

This book was previously published as “A Disciplined Budget” by Reba Bale. Sticking to a budget takes a lot of discipline! Ever since her divorce, Amy can’t seem to stick to a budget. Fortunately, the Divorce Recovery Team offers her a hard-nosed and stern accountant named Kevin Gonzales who promises to keep her line so she can pay her bills and save for retirement. When she keeps overspending, Kevin has no choice but to give a hard punishment designed to teach her to behave. He decides to make a spanking house call. And if that doesn’t work, maybe humiliation will… This book is ...