Why We’re Attracted To Gross Things

In short, disgust may not derive from a simple aversion to harmful substances but from a tension between the desire to explore and consume new things and the dangers of doing so. – Nautilus

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Is Curiosity A Good Idea?

Our curiosity may be or could be one of the best things about us (though when we describe someone as a curious person we can sometimes mean that they are a bit odd, as though we admire curiosity but it makes us uneasy). - London Review of Books

Oldest Recording Of Someone Speaking Creole Was Discovered

“The moment I heard these recordings, I knew that they would drastically change our understanding of this language,” Dr. Mayeux said. His research findings were published in the journal “Language Documentation and Description.” - The New York Times

Kennedy Center Leaders Threatened Payroll Over Trump Naming, Lawmaker Alleges

Kennedy Center leaders jeopardized the institution’s operations by tying millions of dollarsin funding to keeping President Donald Trump’s name on its building, a Democratic congresswoman who serves on its board alleges in a court brief filed Friday. - Washington Post

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Associate Director of Marketing and Communications

The Old Globe is seeking an Associate Director of Marketing and Communications, responsible for single ticket venue, audience acquisition, retention, and campaign performance.

Vice President for Advancement, Aspen Music Festival and School

Aspen Music Festival and School (AMFS) welcomes applications and nominations for the position of Vice President for Advancement.

Global Executive Arts Management Fellowship –  Apply by Dec. 3

The DeVos Institute of Arts and Nonprofit Management invites applications for its Global Executive Fellowship, a fully subsidized program for arts and culture nonprofit leaders.

Artistic Director – The Apollo via TOC Arts Partners

The Apollo seeks an Artistic Director.‍

Executive Director – Guild Hall of East Hampton

Guild Hall seeks a visionary leader to guide a renowned multidisciplinary cultural institution into its next era of artistic excellence, civic leadership, and national impact.

David and Francie Horvitz Family Foundation Director-The Gund at Kenyon College

The Gund at Kenyon College, a contemporary and modern art museum for shared learning and connection, seeks a leader with expansive vision--https://www.mcaonline.com/searches/director-gund

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State Theatre New Jersey seeks Chief Advancement Officer

State Theatre New Jersey seeks Chief Advancement Officer. Annual salary range between $135,000 - $160,000.

Executive Director, National Museum of Women in the Arts

The National Museum of Women in the Arts seeks a bold, relationship-driven leader to serve as its next Executive Director

Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco seeks Director of Digital Experience

Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco seeks Director of Digital Experience. Salary range is between $140,000-$160,000

Director of Operations

Join our team as our next Director of Operations! In this role, you'll direct The Clarice’s production, facilities and operational activities to advance our mission.

Manager, Artistic Administration

Join our team as our next Manager, Artistic Administration! In this role, you'll focus on the operational and administrative aspects of daily operations.