1How to Make Small Talk
John Wilson reflects on the delicate balancing act of making – and safely redirecting – casual conversation, highlighting the rewards and risks of small talk.
2How to Put Up Scaffolding
John Wilson offers a unique history of New York's hideous yet sprawling network of overhead "protection," otherwise known as scaffolding – and contemplates what it might take to reduce its nearly 300-mile eyesore presently overtaking the city.
3How to Improve Your Memory
John Wilson taps into his "Memory Palace" for an unforgettable exploration into our ability – or inability – to remember things.
4How to Cover Your Furniture
While trying to live peacefully with his furniture destroying cat, John Wilson explores the challenges of keeping an object in pristine condition.
5How to Split the Check
John Wilson attempts to make sense of the intricacies – and fairness practices – behind the complex art of splitting the check.
6How to Cook the Perfect Risotto
To thank his elderly landlord for all the times she has cooked and cleaned for him, John attempts to make her favorite dish.