OZY Daily Dose

Rivers - They’re a cornerstone of our global economy but also carry our trash and excrement. Today, people across the planet are reimagining the world’s waterways in new and exciting — though sometimes inadvisable — ways. As nations slowly begin opening up in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, today’s Daily Dose dives into the watery innovations making a splash with their ability to combat climate change, prevent conflict and provide summer fun in new ways — from river surfing hubs to floating camping tents.

If you tuned into the Reset America Stage during OZY Fest, you might have had the realization that there are a million and one amazing ideas out there to help us fix America. From criminal justice reform to revitalizing historically Black colleges and universities to economic empowerment, there are a whole lot of folks doing the work to make our country a better place. As we draw closer to Juneteenth on June 19, the anniversary of the day those enslaved in America were emancipated, the Daily Dose goes into here some of the most compelling ideas from OZY Fest and beyond, from experts and readers alike, about how to #ResetAmerica.

Four-time Slam champion Naomi Osaka rocked the sports world by announcing she was pulling out of the French Open yesterday, and perhaps all tennis competition for the time being, while suffering from “huge waves of anxiety” and “long bouts of depression.” The decision was bound to net controversy, given 23-year-old Osaka became the highest-paid female athlete after earning $55 million last year. And it leaves professional sport organizers, athletes, fans and media with a critical question: What do athletes owe the public, and when does that become less important than what they owe themselves? Today’s Daily Dose explores that complicated dilemma and potential solutions while keying in on the other industries where mental health is emerging as a critical challenge.

Afghanistan - A once beautiful and brutal country during the time America was only about halfway through its longest-ever war, there was already fatigue and cynicism but also hope — most evident in the streams of girls seen flocking to school every morning. zthe schoolgirls are again targets of deadly bombings. Now the U.S. is cutting its losses after 20 hard years and pulling troops out. On today’s edition of OZY’s Daily Dose – the examination of what’s next for this oft-invaded country at the heart of the silk road and its long-suffering people?

The lust for golds sparkle, durability and scarcity has long hung up a humanity that’s begged, borrowed and stolen to get its hands on its well-worshipped shininess. From ancient myths extolling its sacred nature and promises of immortality and power to new golden calves capable of conferring overnight riches, gold, in the face of our increasingly digital world, has reached a crossroads. One that has us wondering: Will it or can it — survive? Today’s Daily Dose dives into gold in all its mesmerizing forms to see whether it's still worth the glory.

Are you overwhelmed with emails? Would work be better as a game? And how will artificial intelligence, cryptocurrencies and other new technologies change the way we all work, live and play? Today’s Daily Dose is a technology-themed edition of Wherever You Get Your Podcasts! We explore some podcasts featuring thinkers who are attempting to answer these questions and technologies that are changing the way you work and play.

“What is the real name of the female Paul Revere?” Sybil Ludington! According to legend, 16-year-old Ludington rode 40 miles on horseback to warn local troops in Putnam County, New York, of an imminent British attack in 1777. On today’s Daily Dose, we take a deep dive into some of history’s female game-changers in politics, science, literature and more.

Another day, another sham election. A decade since a brutal crackdown by the regime on anti-government protesters descended into one of the worst humanitarian catastrophes of the 21st century, Syria is finally putting a devastating war behind it. Today, President Bashar Assad is up for reelection and will certainly “win.” But while the guns have largely fallen silent, a new set of challenges – and opportunities – are emerging. Today in OZY’s Daily Dose, we take you behind the headlines to the bizarre economic model keeping Assad’s regime alive, the creatives trying to build a new Syria, the power players and icons of the future and the reasons why Syria deserves your attention.

This is a moment for solemn reflection across America. One year after the murder of George Floyd, we can see progress in the fight for racial justice as well as the long road ahead to achieving true equality. To mark this tragic anniversary, OZY’s Daily Dose offers a collection of important ideas we’ve seen from various communities, intellectuals and activists in efforts to help Reset America.

The Silicon Valley transplants -- former tech workers who had moved from Silicon Valley, to other parts of the United States after their startup was acquired. They brought with them a desire to build an intentional community there … the land is cheaper and the internet connections are about as good as anywhere.