3 Reasons Why Meat Reducatarianism Is Underrated
In the developed West, we could all eat less meat. It’s better for our health, our wallet, our local environment,…
3 Reasons Why Gardening Is Underrated
I’ve always been intellectually interested in gardening, but once I finally got around to doing it properly, I discovered a…
3 Reasons Why RSS Is Underrated
RSS (Really Simple Syndication) is, like email, one of the foundational technologies of the old Internet. It allows anyone to…
3 Reasons Why Walking Is Underrated
I think some people own dogs and do the 10,000 steps thing just to have an excuse to walk. Walking…
3 Reasons Why Replacing Traditional Lawns Are Underrated
Replacing a lawn puts the land to work, requires less work, and brings in (mostly) good plant species.
3 Reasons Why Beginner Botany Is Underrated
I stumbled into a whole new world of knowledge when I downloaded the Seek app and bought Sibley’s Guide To…
3 Reasons Why Public Domain Magazines Are Underrated
Public domain magazines and newspapers are often overlooked as valuable resources, but they offer a wealth of information and benefits…
3 Reasons Why Credit Unions Are Underrated
A few years ago, I switched to a local credit union after my local bank merged with a giant out…
3 Reasons Why Public Domain Software Is Underrated
Public domain software refers to software that has been released without any copyright restrictions, meaning anyone can use, modify, redistribute,…
3 Reasons Why Astronomy Is Underrated
Looking at the moon and stars has always been so magical…and so daunting to me. To be focused on the…
3 Reasons Why Public Domain Databases Are Underrated
The first time I found data.gov…I was blown away. There was more original, raw data about all the things than…
3 Reasons Why Town Mascots Are Underrated
Japan has them. US cities have them via their sports teams. And there should be more of them!
3 Reasons Why Radio Is Underrated
It’s a hundred years old, but should be better than ever.
3 Reasons Why Public Beaches Are Underrated
I really have nothing against resort owners and beachfront property owners personally. But the beach is for everyone. Anyone who…
3 Reasons Why Online Libraries Are Underrated
Most everyone in the US has access to an online version of their library. But I can almost guarantee that…
3 Reasons Why Adopting a Tree Is Underrated
No, I’m not talking about some official program. I’m talking about literally noticing a single tree, naming it, and declaring…
3 Reasons Why City Parks Are Underrated
City parks are the workhorses of free, public space. They are amazing but also taken for granted.
3 Reasons Why Tech Sabbaths Are Underrated
A Tech Sabbath or Tech Sunday is simply picking one day per week to severely limit your use of modern…
3 Reasons Why Native Plant Species Are Underrated
The exotic plants at big box homegoods stores? They look cool in the planter but can’t compare to native plant…
3 Reasons Why Historical Landmarks Are Underrated
Historical landmarks are completely underrated. And not just historic sites, I’m talking about those random metal signs on the side…
3 Reasons Why Personal Websites Are Underrated
Personal websites and blogs are not as cool as they were in the early 2000s, but they have never been…
3 Reasons Why State Parks Are Underrated
I am only a few visits away from visiting every State Park in Georgia. It’s been one of the best…
3 Reasons Why Libraries Are Underrated
I love libraries and will never pass up a chance to visit. But I’m still finding out awesome things about…
3 Reasons Why Open University Courses Are Underrated
Unless you need a piece of paper proving that you know something, skills and knowledge are wide open now.
3 Reasons Why Birdwatching Is Underrated
Birdwatching is completely underrated, even by enthusiasts.
3 Reasons Why Public Domain Books Are Underrated
While Amazon and the book publishing industry are pushing the latest, greatest bestseller, there are more books in the public…
3 Reasons Why National Forests Are Underrated
I spend soooo much time in my nearby Chattahoochee National Forest. National Forests are the most underrated public lands on…
3 Reasons Why Public Domain Music Is Underrated
Public Domain Music exists and should be used more.
3 Reasons Why Sunrises & Sunsets Are Underrated
Everyone loves them, everyone knows them…but when was the last time you watched one?
3 Reasons Why Picnics Are Underrated
At every park around the country, there are thousands of picnic tables going unused and I have no idea why.
3 Reasons Why Public Pools Are Underrated
Public pools have a bad reputation in many circles in the US, at least. I don’t know why. They are…
3 Reasons Why Community Recreation Centers Are Underrated
Community rec centers are often overlooked – they get drowned out when their own (admittedly) poor hours & communication go…
3 Reasons Why Wildlife Refuges Are Underrated
Wildlife Refuges are not built for people…but we absolutely benefit.
3 Reasons Why Podcasts Are Underrated
Podcasts are trendy but they are still underrated in so many ways.
3 Reasons Why Wandering Around Is Underrated
Spontaneity is memorable. And there’s not much spontaneity anymore. We have to engineer it. And walking around aimlessly is a…
3 Reasons Why Commuting by Bike Is Underrated
Getting around on a bike is underrated and totally the future of smart transportation.
3 Reasons Why Public Art Installations Are Underrated
For a long-time, I never really understood public art or its importance. But it’s seriously underrated and we should have…
3 Reasons Why Public Domain Images and Artwork Are Underrated
Most public domain fanfare goes to books entering the public domain. But all copyright works enter the public domain after…
3 Reasons Why Wikipedia Is Underrated
Everyone knows about Wikipedia. But 20 years after it started, it’s still underrated for just how big of a deal…
3 Reasons Why National Parks Are Underrated
I don’t think National Parks are underrated as a whole. In the US, they are held pretty sacred and deeply…
3 Reasons Why Local Community Events Are Underrated
I’m from Atlanta, where seemingly every little neighborhood has their annual community festival. And they are absolutely awesome…and totally underrated.
3 Reasons Why Ditching Bucket Lists Are Underrated
“Overtourism” is a real problem. People blame Instagram and social media. Or just smartphones. But I think a deeper shift…
3 Reasons Why Spreadsheets Are Underrated
I’m pretty sure most of my career success is because I know more about spreadsheets than my coworkers or clients….
3 Reasons Why Broadcast Television Is Underrated
Tired of your streaming service raising prices? Well, broadcast television is still around. And honestly, it’s a bit better than…