Kevin Folta

Join Dr. Steven Novella and his SGU co-hosts on an epic scientific quest to separate fact from fiction in our information-overloaded world. In The Skeptic's Guide to the Universe, you'll learn critical thinking skills, debunk scientific myths, and combat superstitious thinking. With endorsements from Neil deGrasse Tyson and Bill Nye, this enlightening guide is a must-read to inoculate yourself against the frailties of human cognition.

Master your mind and take control of your thoughts with THINK STRAIGHT. Darius Foroux shares his recipe for improving your life, career, relationships, and business by teaching you how to train your mind to work for you, not against you. Learn how to stop wasting time with useless thoughts and gain the ability to decide what you think. With practical advice and a quick read, THINK STRAIGHT is the key to improving your thinking and changing your life.

Un jueves a la hora de comer, la Tierra es inesperadamente demolida para poder construir una nueva autopista hiperespacial. Arthur Dent, un tipo de lo más corriente que esa misma mañana ha visto cómo echaban abajo su propia casa, considera que eso supera lo que una persona puede soportar. Pero, desgraciadamente, el fin de semana no ha hecho más que empezar, y la galaxia es un lugar extraño y sorprendente. Arthur huirá de la Tierra junto a un amigo suyo, Ford Prefect, que resultará ser un extraterrestre emparentado con Zaphod Beeblebrox, un pirata esquizoide de dos cabezas que fue Presidente de la Galaxia, en la nave del cual conocerá al resto de personajes que lo acompañarán a lo largo de su periplo espacial: un androide paranoide y una terrícola que, como él, ha logrado escapar. Gracias a esta ineludible aventura, Dent descubrirá muchas cosas acerca de la existencia, pero tal como aconseja la "Guía del autoestopista galáctico", que no cunda el pánico.

Discover how to think straight and critically in the 21st century with this owner's manual for the human brain. From anti-science propaganda to baseless conspiracy theories, our world is awash with mis- and disinformation. In Think Straight, Jon Guy guides readers through the science and philosophy of the human mind to empower themselves and society at large. Learn how to investigate, question, and compensate for the error-prone nature of our brains while improving decision making, avoiding fraud, and making the world a better place to live.

Learn how to deal with different types of complainers and turn negative feedback into positive outcomes. Hug Your Haters shows you how to reconfigure your customer service to deliver knockout experiences by drawing on case studies from businesses of all types and sizes. This book includes specific playbooks and formulas as well as a fold-out poster of "the Hatrix" to help you navigate through different situations. Don't ignore your haters - put them to work for you!

Discover the fascinating history of plant breeder Luther Burbank and his impact on early twentieth-century America’s farm and garden industry in The Garden of Invention. From blight-resistant potatoes to plum-apricot hybrids, Burbank’s innovative creations were celebrated for their American ingenuity and productivity. This engrossing tale explores the intersection of gardening, science, and business during the years between the Civil War and the Great Depression, shedding light on a unique aspect of American history.