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Rick LeCouteur
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A Dual Font Approach: Boost creativity with a font shift  (#230)
When it comes to creativity, the tools we use can have a surprising impact on how we think and work. Â For decades, designers have used...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 103 min read
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Four Vacant Chairs: A divine story explained (#229)
Did you question the meaning of the four vacant chairs that were present on the tarmac when President Jimmy Carter’s remains arrived back...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 102 min read
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A Healthier Future for Your Cat: The case against dry food (#228)
For many cat owners, the relationship with dry cat food starts less as a thoughtful decision and more as a marriage of convenience. It’s...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 93 min read
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Shepherds and Sheep: Ferlinghetti's poignant lament (#227)
In 2007, celebrated poet Lawrence Ferlinghetti  penned the searing poem Pity the Nation ,  a work that resonates deeply with the...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 93 min read
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The Brick Wall of Discovery (2of2): Proprietary research (#226)
In the analogy of research as a brick wall, proprietary research introduces a unique challenge. Unlike publicly shared research that adds...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 83 min read
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The Brick Wall of Discovery (1of2): A metaphor for research (#225)
In the world of research, progress is often slow and methodical, much like constructing a brick wall. Each discovery, each experiment,...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 83 min read
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Balancing Hope and Reality: Medical futility in veterinary medicine (#224)
In the evolving landscape of veterinary medicine, advancements in diagnostic tools, therapeutic options, and life-supporting technologies...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 73 min read
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From Trust to Trial: Legal troubles for Hill's Pet Nutrition (#223)
Hill’s Pet Nutrition has long been a trusted name in the pet food industry, known for its specialized diets and emphasis on...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 53 min read
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Cicero Meets Social Media: Redefining friendship in the digital age (#222)
In an age where the term  friend  is often reduced to a click, a follow, or a like, it's fascinating to imagine how Marcus Tullius Cicero...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 53 min read
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Cicero’s Wisdom: The subtle power of long-distance friendships (#220)
Cicero (1)  considered friendship to be among life’s most valuable possessions. This bond is built on the pillars of mutual respect,...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 53 min read
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Veterinary Telehealth (2of2): Benefits and challenges (#219)
Veterinary telehealth, an innovative adaptation of telemedicine for animal care, has emerged as a powerful tool in modern veterinary...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 44 min read
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Bonza Biodiversity Bonanza: Australia’s expanding protected areas (#218)
As the world grappled with its share of challenges in 2024, Australia quietly achieved some remarkable milestones in conservation. Â ...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 42 min read
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A Lion's Silence: Forms of language and forms of life (#216)
The following famous assertion by Ludwig Wittgenstein encapsulates a profound philosophical conundrum about language, meaning, and the...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 44 min read
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Who Owns a View? Tree vandalism in Sydney (#215)
Tree vandalism is an issue that has quietly plagued Sydney for years, often unnoticed or ignored by the wider public. It’s a crime...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 35 min read
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Rattling Through Time: The 'Red Rattlers' of the 60s and 70s (#214)
When it comes to iconic symbols of Sydney's history, the Red Rattlers hold a special place in the hearts of those who lived in the 1960s...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 24 min read
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Blurring Species Lines: Connecting children to nature through picture books (#213)
The interconnectedness of all life forms has long been celebrated by Indigenous cultures worldwide, whose traditions honor the kinship...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 23 min read
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Never Say Never, Always Avoid Always: Mantra for a children's picture book author (#212)
As an aspiring children’s book author and illustrator striving to make my mark, I often think about the words we choose and the stories...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 13 min read
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Blue Ocean Opportunities: Exploring authenticity in children's picture books (#211)
A red-billed oxpecker and an African buffalo in a biodiverse savannah setting. In the ever-evolving landscape of business, innovation,...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 13 min read
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From Wonder to Action: Creating impact through awe (#210)
Awe is a powerful and universal human emotion. It’s that overwhelming sense of wonder and admiration we feel when faced with something...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 31, 20243 min read
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Polypharmacy in Veterinary Care: Risks, rewards, and best practices (#209)
Polypharmacy, the use of multiple medications to manage a single patient, is a common practice in veterinary medicine, particularly for...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 30, 20243 min read
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