Issue 37

Travel

Christmas In Aiken, South Carolina Beckons With Wonder

If a Christmas fantasy is what you're after, this destination is high on your list of to-do.

These are the cities in the U.S. with the worst traffic - TheStreet

Guess which Midwest city was #1? Atlanta didn't even crack the top 10 - despite being the 8th largest US city.

Magnolia League

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2024 PGA Show Hosts Golf’s Top Brands in Orlando, Jan. 23-26

Magnolia League will be featured among top golf brands at the 2024 PGA Show! If you're near Orlando from Jan. 23-26, please drop us a line.

Culture

52 fascinating things I learned in 2023 | Tom Whitwell

Tom has been doing this since 2014 and it’s always worth a read. My favorite takeaways were: There’s been a colony of 15,000 wild scorpions living in Kent for 200 years. The US Defense Department earns $100m/year operating slot machines used by soldiers on their bases. Some corrupt Mexican police are now using card terminals to make collecting bribes at traffic stops more convenient.

The Evils of Family Vlogging

In the age of oversharing, family vlogging content has exploded across online platforms, turning temper tantrums into clickbait and bedtime stories into scripted performances. Are Vloggers and influencers costing their kids childhood in exchange for clicks?

50 Classic Christmas Movies - Best Holiday Films of All Time

If you go through the holidays without watching at least one of these films, you might just be the Grinch...

America’s Last Washboard Factory Isn’t Ready to Throw in the Towel - WSJ

Washboard sales went up 57% during the pandemic, inspired by “fears of societal collapse and limited laundry service”, although 40% are sold as percussion instruments.

Vanderbilt University Soars in Popularity - Town & Country Mag

Vanderbilt and Nashville have transformed in the last 10 years. Hear's what's behind their rapid rise.

Sporting

The all-time greatest Masters Tournament moments

From Tiger to Jack, Bubba, and Mize. Relive these unforgettable moments.

2023 All-SEC Football Teams Announced

Twelve Southeastern Conference schools place a member on the 2023 All-SEC Coaches' Football First Team, as the first and second teams.

Philosophy

The ultimate guide to emotional intelligence | Fast Company

Yes, you can improve your emotional intelligence—and it could help you succeed in work and life. Here’s what you need to know.

When the juice ain't worth the squeeze | RadReads

Is the steep cost of being a #1 kingpin worth it to you? NVIDIA's founder, what makes entrepreneurs tick, and what it takes - isn't for everyone.

Music

Why the South Can Claim Taylor Swift (And Why Everyone Else Can, Too) – Garden & Gun

From her roots in Nashville’s country music scene, Taylor Swift has reached a nearly unprecedented level of universal fame.

Nashville Scene’s Year in Music 2023: The Year in Country

Three artists dominated country music this year: Zach Bryan, Lainey Wilson and Jelly Roll. Each has his or her own distinct style and long lists of accolades, but they share one important thing. All were once underdogs who stuck to their guns and found success their own way, signaling a refreshing turn of the tide.