Dave Powell

Trained in mathematics, physics, cosmology, computer programming and science journalism. Retired mathematician, award-winning technical and journalistic writer. Past winner of an international business-journalism equivalent of the Pulitzer Prize. And past author and editorial advisor for Sesame Street... where I regularly worked with Jim Henson and Kermit!

Dave Powell's Posts

An Icelandic Horse doing a super-smooth "Tolt" as its rider holds a stein of beer without spilling a drop.

12 June, 2025

A Horse of Five Gaits – One-Shot Story

By Dave Powell

Yes, in that still from a short Fuji F31fd video, the rider is carrying a full stein of fine Icelandic beer! And she’s on a native Icelandic Horse. Reputedly, the purest b...
A Mid-Century-Modern "Happy Holidays" sign

25 December, 2024

Happy Holidays! – One-Shot Story

By Dave Powell

Growing up in the 40’s and 50’s, I developed an enduring love for everything Mid-Century Modern. Including Christmas decorations. During the 31 years that Kate and...
Port Union Newfoundland sign

3 November, 2024

Becoming an Honorary Newfoundlander

By Dave Powell

If you visit Newfoundland, you will most assuredly get a chance to become an Honorary Newfoundlander. The ceremony can pop up almost anywhere- from the deck of a whale-watch boa...