play | Entertaining

In the kitchen since he was 15 years old, Chef Jason “Jake” Bednar did everything from washing dishes to bartending -- but, he quips, “very little serving.” He quickly realized his calling was in the “heart of the house.” Forgoing a formal culinary education, Bednar traveled across the United States, including stops in Maine and Vermont, to perfect his skills. “I got to pick and choose chefs who I wanted to work for. That’s how I got my education.” read >>

live | Community

Darby Puglielli, 31, is the Christian Formation Director at St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church in Madison. She says religion, whether under the name of spirituality, God, faith or church, is certainly at least as important to Gen Xers as to their parents and grandparents. read >>

play | Friendship + Dating

Imagine a time when the Internet was not easily accessed on every computer in every office, a time when e-mailing friends and co-workers by the minute was not ubiquitous, a time so ancient that photos were not yet included with online dating profiles. This is the world Mark was living in, a mere ten years ago, when he decided to start looking for a new mate. read >>

work | Workplace Culture

With the increased popularity of an ambiguous business casual dress code, it is not surprising that employees are left to wonder what exactly their work wardrobe should include. read >>

What's it like to be a zookeeper? Jennifer Stefaniak takes you inside the pens to the heart of her job — the animals she cares for.

How well do you know the leaders of Wisconsin and the Greater Madison Area? Take our quiz to find out!

Rebecca's Thorman, Executive Director of Madison MAGNET, takes us on a tour to get a glimpse into what her typical day is like. She has a busy schedule full of meetings, but also manages to balance her work, life, and play. Take a look!

Hinds demonstrates simple strength training exercises.

Watch the Madison Ballet rehearse for their past production of "Pure Ballet."