The Way Out of a Disaster Is with Each Other—and BikesIn search of the perfect emergency prep plan for her family, one writer charts a path toward something much bigger.
Life Is a Highway: Great Articles About Road TripsHit the highway with this collection of some of our favorite reads about epic road trips.
Collected Wisdom from 6.5 Billion Pocket SavesOver the past 10 years, Pocket readers have hit save 6.5 billion times. Zoom in to those saves, and you’ll find some of the greatest life advice the internet has to offer—the pieces we all save, and return to, again and again.
18 Tales of Curious Pursuits and Offbeat ObsessionsFrom Cheeto to mosquito collecting, not all hobbies are created equal.
How to Answer the Most Nerve-Wracking Interview QuestionsHelpful, straightforward approaches to discussing your salary expectations, resume gaps, and yes, weaknesses.
True Stories That Might Make You Believe in GhostsA supernatural reading list of specters, hauntings, and other paranormal activity.
How Did Adult Friendships Get So Complicated?It’s well documented that close friendships are good for our health and longevity. So why isn’t adult life more conducive to being a good friend?
How to Make Your Favorite Eggs, BetterThe easiest ways to level up classic eggs, from nailing the timing for a perfect jammy soft boil to prepping an oven-baked scramble for a crowd.
How to Start a Hobby if You Don’t Know Where to BeginPainting, crosswording, hiking, birding: Our reading list breaks down why it’s worth the effort to discover what brings you joy.
Why Nothing Matters: The Science of EmptinessDeep reads on the outsize importance of voids in science, art, and our daily life.
How Pop Culture Explains The WorldBreaking down the complexities of society with help from Michael Scott, Homer Simpson, and Neopets.
How to Ground YourselfConnecting to the Earth’s surface—aka the ground—does some pretty incredible things. Dr. Dacher Keltner from *The Science of Happiness* explores the science behind it.
AI Is Shaping the Future of the Web. How Can We Make Sure It’s for the Better?We can’t get to a brighter future for tech without confronting the most nefarious parts of where we are now. Bridget Todd, host of the IRL podcast, shares resources for understanding and addressing the biggest concerns AI has introduced into modern life.
The Non-Gardener’s Guide to Happier HouseplantsExpert advice on leveling up your houseplant care, from choosing the right specimen to recognizing when your greenery needs more (or less) attention.
Long Reads That Stand the Test of TimeDiscover 25 classic long reads, all saved and beloved by the Pocket community over the past 10 years.
How Mental Health and Prayer Apps Fail Spectacularly at PrivacyYour smartphone can instantly connect you to safe spaces via therapists, guided meditation, or scripture. But how safe—and how private—is the data that comes from these interactions?
11 of the Greatest Scams of All Time, Curated by ‘Scam Goddess’ Laci MosleyThe comedian and podcast host—and bonafide scam expert—shares her favorite capers, along with what makes them so irresistible.
How To Be More CreativeTwenty-one great articles and resources about the art and science of cultivating creativity.
The Ultimate Dinosaur Reading ListTriceratops! Stegosaurus! T. rex! Channel your inner five year old with this Brachiosaurus-sized collection of the best articles about dinosaurs, dinosaur fossils, and dinosaur hunters.