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Brian Henson Reflects On 'Labyrinth,' 'The Dark Crystal,' & The Legacy Of The Muppets
The son of Jim Henson talks about why the best kids stories have to balance darkness with goofiness.
style
What Should A Dad Smell Like?
In the ’80s and ’90s most dads bore a strong musk reminiscent of a certain Calvin Klein product. Today, it’s not quite so simple.
Parenting
Why Your Gifted Kid Seems Lazy And Unmotivated
And how to raise them so they have more drive.
Can’t We All Just Hug Each Other?
I was one of many who were taught, implicitly or not, that men shouldn’t express themselves that way. I’m slowly learning how to embrace a different path.
Indoor Cycling Is A Great Workout — Zwift Takes It To A Whole New Level
Whether casual or competitive, this gamified cycling app makes working out at home way more competitive — and fun.
"You Yourself Are a Forest"
Kim Stanley Robinson talks with Cory Doctorow about climate change, hope, and reminding kids they're fundamentally a part of the natural world.
Tony Hale Doesn’t Want to Pass His Childhood Anxiety to His Daughter
Hale is famous for playing nervous people. But that doesn't mean he wants his kid to follow in his footsteps.
The 10 Electric Family Cars We Can't Wait To Drive This Year
2024 is going to be the year for families that want to get an EV.
Fatherly Originals
Gavin Rossdale Isn’t Watching The Days Go By
LeVar Burton Looks To The Next Generation
Kai Lenny Is Chasing The World’s Biggest Waves — And Now, Twins
Joshua Jackson’s Mightiest Role
Josh Duhamel Is Ready To Do It All Again
Jeffrey Wright Makes Every Role Count
John Legend Has More Love To Give
Daniel Handler Works His Melancholy Magic
Mark Wahlberg and Kevin Hart Make Their Own Time
Patrick Dempsey Breaks The Spell
In Todd Snyder We Trust
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This 20-Minute Mindfulness Practice Is The Key To Better Sleep
And it’s done lying down.
This Super Bowl Parenting Mistake Is Worrisomely Common — But Easy To Correct
The stress of the game combined with alcohol can lead parents to make this error.
The Worrisome Link Between Low Testosterone And Heart Problems
There may be a connection — and it's one you should be aware of.
Experts Pinpoint How Youth Athletes Can Use Stress To Their Advantage
Hopefully, these new insights will keep more kids involved with youth sports.
The Very Real Appeal Of Slow Parenting
Fewer obligations and more space for unstructured play and family time? This parenting style forces your hand — and deserves your attention.
Food & Drink
How To Make The Best Irish Coffee
Chef Alex Stupak’s Dirty Rice Recipe Is A Perfect One-Pot Dinner
How To Make The Best Old Fashioned You've Ever Had
Andrew Zimmern's Butter-Fried Chicken Is A Crazy Good Family Meal
The Original Mai Tai Recipe Deserves Your Attention
Help Wanted
How I Felt After Finally Attending Therapy, According to 5 Men
While more men attend therapy than ever, it's still a hard sell for many. Here, five once-reluctant men who decided to make the leap share their experience.
The Dad Special
This Barbecue Fried Rice Is Sweet, Sticky, And Seriously Delicious
Bachan's Japanese Barbecue Sauce Founder Justin Gill often makes the comforting dish on frenzied nights.
Bring It In
Can’t We All Just Hug Each Other?
I was one of many who were taught, implicitly or not, that men shouldn’t express themselves that way. I’m slowly learning how to embrace a different path.
In collaboration with his daughter, Erin, on a new book of kids’ poetry, Bob Odenkirk argues that parents should make more stuff with their kids.