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Henry Wismayer

@henrywismayer.bsky.social

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Hopeless dilettante. Features and essays all over, inc: NYT, WaPo, FT, WSJ, Atlantic, Nat Geo, Guardian, Noema, Aeon, and Time. https://www.henry-wismayer.com/

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Henry Wismayer @henrywismayer.bsky.social · Jun 24

My latest longread for @noemamag.com explores the possibility that at some point in the future - perhaps 100 years from now, perhaps tomorrow - an eruption from the Sun will bring our networked society to its knees.

With spectacular imagery courtesy of NASA.

www.noemamag.com/the-unseen-f...

The Unseen Fury Of Solar Storms | NOEMA

Lurking in every space weather forecaster’s mind is the hypothetical big one, a solar storm so huge it could bring our networked, planetary civilization to its knees.

www.noemamag.com

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Henry Wismayer @henrywismayer.bsky.social · 1d

This, as much as anything, is why this country is ungovernable.

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Gaia Vince @wanderinggaia.bsky.social · 2d

For more on how to survive the climate upheaval, read my book of solutions Nomad Century

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Shafik Meghji @shafikmeghji.bsky.social · 2d

📖 Still time to pick up a ticket for my talk about the inspiration behind #SmallEarthquakes with @karennedwards.bsky.social at the Book Elephant in south London tomorrow evening.

🗓️ Fri 10 Oct, 6.30pm

🎟️ Tickets info👇🏽

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/shafik-meg...

Shafik Meghji at The Book Elephant in Conversation with Karen Edwards.

Join Us for a wonderful evening with Shafik Meghji author of 'Small Earthquakes'

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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Henry Wismayer @henrywismayer.bsky.social · 2d

Thank-you!

Henry Wismayer @henrywismayer.bsky.social · 3d

I wouldn't read too much into it. This is just what Russian gatherings are like before they break out the vodka.

Henry Wismayer @henrywismayer.bsky.social · 3d

Though I am slightly embarrassed to see that my pithy bio rather stands out. I fear that it exposes a certain ambivalence, which I promise is not how I feel about this particular accolade. But my mum said that "it betrays your arrogance", which is perhaps worse.

Henry Wismayer @henrywismayer.bsky.social · 3d

Rather splendidly, I've also landed in this year's 'Best American Food and Travel Writing'.

Here's the piece that made the cut (another @noemamag.com joint): www.noemamag.com/nice-view-sh...

With thanks again to Bryant Terry and @jayasaxena.com for selecting.

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Henry Wismayer @henrywismayer.bsky.social · 3d

Very pleasing to see @noemamag.com's latest print edition drop through my letterbox.

It includes my piece about solar storms, and is a pretty beautiful thing. Link here if you want to buy a copy: shop.noemamag.com.

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Henry Wismayer @henrywismayer.bsky.social · Aug 30

Sorry to report that one balls-out conspiracist I know is adamant that we are already on "the fourth Trump". The original one was executed by the Deep State in 2019.

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The Fence @thefence.bsky.social · Aug 26

We spent two years compiling THE PUB. It's lovingly assembled with a star selection of authors from Katy Hessel to John Banville. It's by far the best thing we've ever done - please support us by purchasing a copy here:

backstory.london/products/the...

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Mickey Onions @mickeyonions.bsky.social · Aug 15

Genuinely got a bit teary at this one. I may not know the specific pub but I know the archetype. Like The Farriers in Bermondsey, looks a state outside but couldn’t have been more welcoming when we stepped in. A bemused but friendly ‘why are you in here?’ curiosity.

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Henry Wismayer @henrywismayer.bsky.social · Aug 16

Thanks Mickey. The shit pub is a precious and diminishing resource. Pleased to report that the subject of this article is still clinging on!

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Henry Wismayer @henrywismayer.bsky.social · Aug 14

Nice!

Henry Wismayer @henrywismayer.bsky.social · Aug 14

This sounds great, and not just because I'm in it!

The Fence @thefence.bsky.social · Aug 14

The Pub Is Finally Open!

With writing from @seamas.bsky.social, @roisinlanigan.bsky.social, @anakinsella.bsky.social, @jimmymcintosh.bsky.social, @charlotteivers.bsky.social, John Banville and @vizcomic.bsky.social.

Available at all bookstores & the link below 🍺

www.penguin.co.uk/books/462310...

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Henry Wismayer @henrywismayer.bsky.social · Aug 7

I'm very proud to contribute to this splendid magazine, an antidote to a world that often feels like it's growing more impatient and incurious by the day.

Noema Magazine @noemamag.com · Aug 6

Noema is a magazine whose goal is not to “keep up” but to slow down and think.

Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how we do what we do.

#noema #magazines #independentpublishing

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Henry Wismayer @henrywismayer.bsky.social · Aug 4

Thanks, Elan!

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Elan Head @elanhead.com · Aug 2

Took me a while to catch up with this fascinating story by @henrywismayer.bsky.social in @noemamag.com but glad I did. It's a great weekend read: www.noemamag.com/the-unseen-f...

The Unseen Fury Of Solar Storms | NOEMA

Lurking in every space weather forecaster’s mind is the hypothetical big one, a solar storm so huge it could bring our networked, planetary civilization to its knees.

www.noemamag.com

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Henry Wismayer @henrywismayer.bsky.social · Jul 30

FYI, Hollywood...

www.noemamag.com/the-unseen-f...

The Unseen Fury Of Solar Storms | NOEMA

Lurking in every space weather forecaster’s mind is the hypothetical big one, a solar storm so huge it could bring our networked, planetary civilization to its knees.

www.noemamag.com

Henry Wismayer @henrywismayer.bsky.social · Jul 30

Surreal to stumble across 'Last of Us' creator Craig Mazin discussing the movie adaptation potential of my recent @noemamag.com article on solar storms on his 'Scriptnotes' podcast. Naturally, if anyone wants to option the rights feel free to get in touch!

open.spotify.com/episode/083q...

697 - We Wrote a Book!

Scriptnotes · Episode

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Henry Wismayer @henrywismayer.bsky.social · Jul 26

Thank you!

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Theodora Sutcliffe @theodora.bsky.social · Jul 26

Amazing read on the science and possible consequences of solar storms by @henrywismayer.bsky.social: www.noemamag.com/the-unseen-f...

The Unseen Fury Of Solar Storms | NOEMA

Lurking in every space weather forecaster’s mind is the hypothetical big one, a solar storm so huge it could bring our networked, planetary civilization to its knees.

www.noemamag.com

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Henry Wismayer @henrywismayer.bsky.social · Jul 26

Always very validating to make @longreads.com's top 5 of the week, alongside a fascinating and diverse list of stories.

Longreads @longreads.com · Jul 25

4. "The Unseen Fury of Solar Storms"
@henrywismayer.bsky.social

"He transforms solar physics into urgent, earthbound stakes."

www.noemamag.com/the-unseen-f...

The Unseen Fury Of Solar Storms | NOEMA

Lurking in every space weather forecaster’s mind is the hypothetical big one, a solar storm so huge it could bring our networked, planetary civilization to its knees.

www.noemamag.com

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A Reader of the FT @a-reader-ft.bsky.social · Jul 21

Treasure island: exploring the riches of southern Greenland—I’d come with a small group of journalists on a trip organised by the tourist board to show off both the capital and the country’s far south. www.ft.com/content/b1b9... @henrywismayer.bsky.social @financialtimes.com

Treasure island: exploring the riches of southern Greenland

As the ice retreats, prospectors and presidents see opportunity — but new flights are bringing travellers in search of more primal rewards

www.ft.com

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Cold War Steve @coldwarsteve.bsky.social · Jul 22

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Henry Wismayer @henrywismayer.bsky.social · Jul 20

Sunday bump for my latest, in which I got to quote Greenland's ex-prime minister calling Trump an idiot - for good reason and with feeling. A small catharsis.

www.ft.com/content/b1b9...

Treasure island: exploring the riches of southern Greenland

As the ice retreats, prospectors and presidents see opportunity — but new flights are bringing travellers in search of more primal rewards