Elizabeth Whitworth

Senior SEO Writer

Elizabeth has a lifelong love of books. She devours nonfiction, especially in the areas of history, theology, and philosophy. A switch to audiobooks has kindled her enjoyment of well-narrated fiction, particularly Victorian and early 20th-century works. She appreciates idea-driven books—and a classic murder mystery now and then. Elizabeth has a Substack and is writing a book about what the Bible says about death and hell.

Expertise

History, Theology, Government

Awards

Contributions to joint task force efforts (FBI), Contributions to Special Operations Division (DOJ & DEA), Efforts to fight the war on drugs (NSA), Contributions to Operation Storm Front (US Customs Service)

A History of Black Americans: From Reconstruction to FDR

How did the KKK start? What were Jim Crow laws? Did the New Deal benefit Black Americans? Candace Owens’s primary argument in Blackout is that, for Blacks to thrive in America, they must leave the Democratic Party. But, how and why did the majority of Blacks become Democrats in the first place? Owens takes us through the history of Black oppression in America. Read more to learn the history of Black Americans and how they continued to be used even after slavery was abolished.

Is the Paris Agreement Effective? How It Harms More Than Helps

What promise did countries make with the Paris Agreement? Is the Paris Agreement effective? To spark the green revolution, world leaders took a more concrete approach to climate change via the Paris Agreement. However, Bjorn Lomborg argues that, if the goal is to achieve a meaningful and cost-effective reduction in global temperature, it’s a failure. Continue reading to see how Lomborg comes to this conclusion.

How to Become a Better Communicator by Reading & Practicing

What’s the fastest way to become a better writer? How might you leverage your natural strengths to improve your presentations? Jeff Bezos, now an excellent communicator, improved his skills over time. In The Bezos Blueprint, Carmine Gallo draws inspiration from Bezos and argues that anyone can improve their communication skills. He offers two recommendations: read widely and practice your presentations. Keep reading to learn how to become a better communicator through these strategies.

Candace Owens: Slavery Myths & Truths

When and where did slavery start? What was life in Africa like for people before they were sold into slavery? Were American slave owners Republicans? According to Candace Owens, slavery must be properly understood before the political progression of Black Americans can be understood. In Blackout, she discusses how Black Africans came to be in America and dispels some of the narratives that surround this history. Keep reading to learn the myths and truths about the Atlantic slave trade of the 16th to the 19th centuries.

Why Individual Action on Climate Change Doesn’t Add Up to Much

Should we go vegetarian and drive electric cars? Should we stop having children and flying in airplanes? Climate activists exhort us to make individual sacrifices—like eating less meat, flying less often, and turning off unused lights. Bjorn Lomborg argues that these exhortations are flawed: Individual actions on climate change do nearly nothing. Keep reading to see how Lomborg makes this assessment.

Jeff Bezos, PowerPoint, & the Beauty of Narrative in Presentations

Why did Jeff Bezos ban PowerPoint presentations at Amazon? Was that a good idea? Jeff Bezos famously booted PowerPoint out of the presentation room at Amazon. In The Bezos Blueprint, Carmine Gallo explains why. Keep reading to learn about Jeff Bezos, PowerPoint, and the beauty of stories in communication.

How Can We Adapt to Climate Change? Solutions for Water & Heat

How can we adapt to climate change? Can we do something practical about rising sea levels and extreme heat? In False Alarm, Bjorn Lomborg discusses several ways to combat climate change head-on. He realizes, though, that some things are beyond our control. To some extent, we just have to adapt to the realities. Continue reading to learn about some practical adaptations that could help us continue to flourish.

4 Tips for Effective Communication: The Bezos Blueprint

How do Amazon employees pitch product ideas? Should you use slides when you present? How can you respect your audience’s precious time? In The Bezos Blueprint, business communication expert Carmine Gallo explains how to improve your communication by internalizing the principles that Amazon founder Jeff Bezos uses in his writing and speaking. We’ve organized these principles into four practical tips for effective communication. Keep reading if you’re ready to become a better communicator in both writing and speech.

Economic Growth and Climate Change: The Wealth Solution

Why can the Netherlands deal with flooding better than Bangladesh can? What’s the connection between economic growth and climate change? Investments in innovation and adaptation lessen the impact of climate change, but many countries lack the funds to make this investment. Consequently, Bjorn Lomborg argues that creating economic growth in poor countries is itself a promising climate policy. Keep reading to see how Lomborg arrives at this conclusion.

The Benefits of a Carbon Tax: Save $22 Trillion & the Planet

What’s a carbon tax? What difference could a global carbon tax make for the economy and the environment? Beyond general strategies to combat climate change, Bjorn Lomborg also endorses specific policies in his book False Alarm. In particular, he argues that we should implement a global carbon tax. Read more to discover the benefits of a carbon tax.