James Glattfelder studies complexity: how an interconnected system — say, a swarm of birds — is more than the sum of its parts. And complexity theory, it turns out, can reveal a lot about how the economy works. Glattfelder shares a groundbreaking study of how control flows through the global economy, and how concentration of power in the hands of a shockingly small number leaves us all vulnerable.

Interesting thoughts by DAVID BRIER

Illustrators articulate what a photograph cannot. Using an array of techniques and styles, illustrators evoke stories and meaning in a variety of mediums, from editorial illustration in magazines and newspapers, to comics books, to activist media. A lovely documentary by Off Book | PBS

The experimental pianist keeps John Cage’s flame alive with his prepared piano, found sounds, and arresting compositions. More on theavantgardediaries.com or at their facebook page here

It turns out the brain in love looks strikingly similar to one on drugs like cocaine! Find out what drives love, and why we simply love being in love. Written and created by Mitchell Moffit (twitter @mitchellmoffit) and Gregory Brown (twitter @whalewatchmeplz).

Brian McHugh talks with graphic artist Ruby Mazur. Ruby created thousands of album covers as a graphic artist but may be best known for creating the mouth & tongue logo for the Rolling Stones. Find out how Mick Jagger reacted when he first saw the logo.