Kastalia Medrano
Kastalia Medrano is a New York-based journalist who has yet to establish a personal #brand. Her writing has appeared at National Geographic, Pacific Standard, Real Life, Nautilus, Ploughshares, Inverse, and others. RTs = unwavering personal convictions
Health Care of 21 Million on the Line as Obamacare Repeal Back in Play
Here's how you can weigh in on the Graham-Cassidy Bill, the Senate GOP's latest and even more divisive attempt to repeal the Affordable Care Act, as it nears a possible vote.
How Ryan Miller and His Band Guster are Earth-minded Rock Stars
The eco-conscious musician shares how he and his band have been able to commit to an environmentally-friendly lifestyle on the road.
This Is the Vegan NASCAR Driver Turning Racing Fans on to Electric Cars
Driver and environmental activist Leilani Münter on how she got the unlikeliest of demographics thinking about their carbon footprint.
You Can't Cure Depression By Working Out
Those heartwarming essays about how running is Prozac need a serious reality check.
After Eighth Student is Killed, Community Mentor Reflects on Chicago Violence
Coach Williams mentored young Melvin James Jr., as seen in VICELAND's 'Last Chance High'.
Trumpcare is Back and Here's What You Can Do About It
The Graham-Cassidy bill is the latest attempt to repeal Obamacare. A closer look shows a new name, and the same old Trumpcare problems.
Avoiding Mass Extinction Was the Goal of This Music and Climate Festival
Thought leaders in education, business, environmentalism, technology, and policy convened at Creating Equilibrium to come up with actionable solutions to the world's worst problems.
$180 Billion in Damage Later, Residents Still Need Longterm Harvey Relief Help
These are the local immediate aid charities and organizations that will ensure Houston and surrounding areas rebuild in the long run.
Exactly What to Do When You Feel a Panic Attack Coming On
Doctor-approved tips that don't include blowing into a paper bag.
How Elected Officials Most Hit by Harvey and Irma Feel About Climate Change
After the devastation of Harvey and Irma, holding elected officials accountable for their stance on climate change is more important now than ever
Here's How the US Is Losing to China in Switching to Electric Vehicles
China joined the growing ranks of countries that have pledged to completely phase out gas- and diesel-fueled cars for electric ones in an effort to slow global warming.
Help Chance the Rapper and 'Last Chance High' Mentors Support Chicago Youth
The Chicago Public School system has gained notoriety as among the most embattled and least supported, but it doesn't need to be that way.