Today’s Solutions: July 19, 2025

This week, tens of thousands of people are packing their tents and heading to the Nevada desert for Burning Man, a festival focused on “radical self expression.” Those attending build “Black Rock City” from scratch for the event, leaving no trace behind when they pack up after one week, and typically spend thousands on the ticket and supplies needed for the event. Once there, the festival runs on a gift economy and includes surreal art,…

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