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What happens when a marketing strategist decides history shouldn't be boring? In this captivating conversation, Paul Lloyd Hemphill shares how a simple question to his teenagers about history sparked an unexpected creative journey. When they repeatedly called history "boring," Hemphill set out to change the narrative, literally.Hemphill shares the fascinating evolution of his book, Inspiration for Teens, which uses stories from the Battle of Gettysburg to teach leadership skills and character development to young people. What began as management literature found its true audience only after two teenage girls suggested a title change, transforming it into an Amazon bestseller almost overnight. His practical approach to self-publishing, studying bestsellers at the library, hiring professional designers, and choosing colors based on market research provides valuable insights for aspiring authors.The conversation takes an intriguing turn as Hemphill explains his decision to adapt his content into a video series called "America's 52 Stories." By adding thought-provoking questions at the end of each video, he created an unexpected benefit: meaningful conversations between parents and teenagers. Throughout the discussion, Hemphill emphasizes his commitment to keeping politics and religion out of his work, focusing instead on "common sense" lessons that can be applied universally. His mission is beautifully simple yet profound: "to help our kids believe in themselves and their country." Whether you're a parent seeking inspiration for your teenager, a history enthusiast, or an aspiring author, this episode offers practical wisdom and a refreshing perspective on making history relevant in today's world.Have a comment? Text me!Support the show****************************************************************************➡️ P.S.:

What makes a truly unforgettable literary villain? According to bestselling thriller author Gary Braver, it's not mustache-twirling evil, but rather those "sweet smelling reasons" that justify their actions in their minds. Drawing from over four decades of teaching creative writing and penning critically acclaimed mysteries, Braver takes us behind the curtain of compelling thriller construction.Braver's latest novel, "Rumor of Evil," follows two Cambridge homicide detectives investigating a suspicious death that connects to the cold case of a Romani exchange student who perished in a treehouse fire.Inspired by the infamous Slenderman case, the story explores how destructive rumors, prejudice, and superstition can have deadly consequences—themes that resonate powerfully in today's climate of misinformation.For writers seeking to master the mystery genre, Braver offers an architectural approach: study successful novels like a carpenter examines a house. Notice how authors craft cliffhanger chapter endings that keep readers awake at night, balance action scenes with reflective moments, and create dialogue that distinguishes characters without attribution tags. This technical dissection of craft transforms passive reading into active learning.Whether you're a fiction writer seeking to strengthen your villains, a mystery lover curious about the mechanics behind your favorite thrillers, or fascinated by how stories are crafted, this episode delivers invaluable insights from a master of the genre. How will you apply Braver's architectural approach to your next reading or writing experience?Have a comment? Text me!Support the show****************************************************************************➡️ P.S.:

What if it didn't take a life-altering tragedy to change your life for the better?In this uplifting episode, I sit down with Scott White, also known as the “Life is Too Short Guy,” who's on a mission to make the world a happier place—one smile at a time.Scott breaks down the ten simple but powerful principles from his Amazon #1 bestselling book. These aren't vague motivational quotes—they're real, actionable tools you can use right now to shift your mindset and improve your life.From “Attitude is Everything” to “Live Today, Don't Wait for Tomorrow,” Scott's message is rooted in science and real stories—people who found light after illness, grief, or even suicide attempts. But his goal? To help you have that “aha” moment without needing to hit rock bottom first.We talk about:Why positivity can literally extend your life (yes, there's data!)How a simple smile can change your brain chemistryWhat it means to live with urgency—but not fearThe underrated power of random acts of kindnessThis episode is packed with heart, science, and straightforward takeaways you can start practicing today. Learn more about Scott and grab his book at lifeistoshortguy.com.Have a comment? Text me!Support the show****************************************************************************➡️ P.S.: ☕ Love the show? Support it with a coffee! If you enjoy the podcast and want to help keep it going, you can fuel it (and me!) with a cup of coffee at Buy Me a Coffee. Every sip counts—thank you!

Jordan Elgrably in conversation with Sarah AlKahly-Mills, with readings from both authors. City Lights celebrates the publication of "Stories from the Center of the World: New Middle East Fiction," edited by Jordan Elgrably, published by City Lights Books. You can purchase copies directly from City Lights here: https://citylights.com/stories-from-the-center-of-the-world/ "Stories from the Center of the World" gathers new writing from 25 emerging and established writers of Middle Eastern and North African origins, offering a unique collection of voices and viewpoints that illuminate life in the global Arab/Muslim world. The authors included in the book come from a wide range of cultures and countries, including Palestine, Syria, Pakistan, Iran, Lebanon, Egypt, and Morocco. In “Asha and Haaji,” Hanif Kureishi takes up the cause of outsiders who become uprooted when war or disaster strikes and they flee for safe haven. In Nektaria Anastasiadou‘s “The Location of the Soul According to Benyamin Alhadeff,” two students in Istanbul from different classes — and religions that have often been at odds with one another — believe they can overcome all obstacles. MK Harb‘s story, “Counter Strike,” is about queer love among Beiruti adolescents; and Salar Abdoh‘s “The Long Walk of the Martyrs” invites us into the world of former militants, fighters who fought ISIS or Daesh in Iraq and Syria, who are having a hard time readjusting to civilian life. In “Eleazar,” Karim Kattan tells an unexpected Palestinian story in which the usual antagonists — Israeli occupation forces — are mostly absent, while another malevolent force seems to overtake an unsuspecting family. Omar El Akkad‘s “The Icarist” is a coming-of-age story about the underworld in which illegal immigrants are forced to live, and what happens when one dares to break away. Contributors include: Salar Abdoh, Leila Aboulela, Farah Ahamed, Omar El Akkad, Sarah AlKahly-Mills, Nektaria Anastasiadou, Amany Kamal Eldin, Jordan Elgrably, Omar Foda, May Haddad, Danial Haghighi, Malu Halasa, MK Harb, Alireza Iranmehr, Karim Kattan, Hanif Kureishi, Ahmed Salah Al-Mahdi, Diary Marif, Tariq Mehmood, Sahar Mustafah, Mohammed Al-Naas, Ahmed Naji, Mai Al-Nakib, Abdellah Taia, and Natasha Tynes. Jordan Elgrably is a Franco-American and Moroccan writer and translator, whose stories and creative nonfiction have appeared in numerous anthologies and reviews, including Apulée, Salmagundi, and The Paris Review. Editor-in-chief and founder of The Markaz Review, he is the cofounder and former director of the Levantine Cultural Center/The Markaz in Los Angeles (2001-2020), and producer of the stand-up comedy show “The Sultans of Satire” (2005-2017) and hundreds of other public programs. He is based in Montpellier, France and California. Sarah AlKahly-Mills is a Lebanese-American writer. Her story “The Salamander” is included in the new book "Stories from the Center of the World: New Middle East Fiction," edited by Jordan Elgrably, and just published by City Lights. Her fiction, poetry, book reviews, and essays have appeared in publications including Litro Magazine, Ink and Oil, the Los Angeles Review of Books, Michigan Quarterly Review, PopMatters, Al-Fanar Media, Middle East Eye, and various university journals. Born in Burbank, CA, she now lives in Rome, Italy. Originally hosted live in City Lights' Poetry Room on Thursday, May 9, 2024. Hosted by Peter Maravelis. Made possible by support from the City Lights Foundation cosponsored with Golden Thread Productions. citylights.com/foundation

I'm a Jordanian American author and communications professional based in Washington, DC. I run my own digital media agency, Suburban Media Group, where I advise clients on the best digital media practices for their brand. I have over twenty years of experience working as a journalist, writer, and social media manager. I'm a regular contributor to a number of publications inside and outside the United States. My work has appeared in the Washington Post, Nature Magazine, Elle Magazine, The Post, Esquire magazine, and Aljazeera, among others. I have appeared on several TV programs, including Larry King Live, PBS's Foreign Exchange, Paula Zahn show, CBS's Morning Show, Scarborough Country, BBC's Up all night, among others. I host the podcast, Read and Write with Natasha, where I chat with authors, publishers, and book marketers around the world. I'm the author of the speculative literary novel They Called Me Wyatt. My short stories have appeared in Geometry, The Timerbline Review, The Markez Review, and Fjords. Please listen, like, share, subscribe, follow, and support. If you want to support Ms V The Storyteller Podcast, please email me at valisonelliot@gmail.com or visit my website @msvthestoryteller.co. You can follow me on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube & LinkedIn at Ms. V The Storyteller or visit my website @ msvthestoryteller.co. Thanks for listening! Natasha info: Website: https://www.natashatynes.com/ Podcast: Read and Write with Natasha https://www.readandwritewithnatasha.com/ Novel: They Called Me Wyatt https://www.amazon.com/They-Called-Wyatt-Natasha-Tynes-ebook/dp/B0BNT2GDV3?ref

How a seemingly mundane job interview led to a life-changing encounter with discriminatory labour laws. Through her letter to the editor published in a local newspaper, Natasha Tynes discovered the compelling power of their voice in sparking discussions and driving change. Explore how this experience ignited a passion for journalism and shed light on the transformative impact of storytelling and advocacy in society.

My guest today is Natasha Tynes. She is a Jordanian-American author and communications professional based in Washington, DC, and also hosts her own podcast as well. We talk about the various genres she works in, including They Called Me Wyatt, which she describes as a “speculative literary novel,” and also about her writing process.◘TRANSCRIPT (coming)◘Natasha's Websitehttp://natashatynes.com

In this interview with Jordanian author Sara Badawieh, we discuss the following topics:Should fiction authors air dirty laundry?Sara's writing process.The research Sara did while writing the novel Dalia.You can visit Sara Website here: ****************************************************Connect with Natasha Tynes.You can connect with me via the following channels:TwitterFacebookInstagramYouTubeSubscribe to my newsletterWebsite

Author Natasha Tynes With A Literary Murder Mystery That Draws on Her Jordanian-American heritage on Charlotte Readers Podcast In this Under the Covers episode, we visit with Natasha Tynes, author of “They Called Me Wyatt,” a literary murder mystery that draws on the author’s Jordanian-American heritage. Rana F. Sweis, author of “Voices of Jordan,” calls the book “a brilliantly imaginative and riveting tale of cross cultures as well as personal triumph and struggle.” Gwen Florio, author of “Silent Hearts,” observes that Natasha’s book “starts with an irresistible concept—a murder victim’s soul trapped in a toddler’s body, unable to communicate what happened beyond screams and tantrums—and only gets better from there…it explores the lives of young Jordanians simultaneously bound by the strictures of their home country, and experiencing the freedom—and the bias—of life in the United States. An absorbing read.” Engage with the show here: https://linktr.ee/CharlotteReadersPodcast Detailed show notes here: https://charlottereaderspodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlottereaderspodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlottereaderspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/charlottereader Charlotte Readers Podcast is a proud member of the Authors on the Air Global Radio Network and the Queen City Podcast Network. @copyrighted

Do you know someone who’s been “cancelled?” In 2020, we’ve all seen it, heard about it, or experienced it to some degree. You mention your favorite song of the moment and you’re met with “no way, he’s cancelled!” You check your Twitter timeline just to see that “#___isOverParty” is trending. You see people on social media unfollowing or unfriending others for having different beliefs than themselves. All of this is a result of the infamous phenomenon, cancel culture, and it seems like every day, someone is being cancelled for something they did or said. We sat down with communications and cultural specialists Natasha Tynes and Ari Joseph to discuss the effectiveness of cancel culture and the impact it has on our society as a whole. Where do we draw the line? Join the conversation with us and read more about our guests below! Natasha Tynes is a Jordanian-American author and communications professional based in Washington, DC. She is the author of the speculative literary novel They Called Me Wyatt, and is a regular contributor to a number of publications inside and outside the United States. Natasha experienced cancel culture first hand after something she tweeted, so listen in on our conversation to learn more about what happened. Natasha’s non-fiction work has appeared in the Washington Post, Huffington Post, Esquire, The International Journalists Network, and others. Her short stories have appeared in Geometry, The Timberline Review and Fjords. She has appeared on a number of national and international TV programs, including Larry King Live, CBS’s Morning show, and more. Follow Natasha on Twitter @NatashaTynes! Ari Joseph is an organizational change management specialist, Ari Joseph is the Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at a large media company. Using principles of cognitive, social, and I/O psychology to Ari assess the policies, procedures, and cultures of organizations, and he designs and implements strategies to recruit, retain, and advance people from diverse backgrounds, including women, minorities, LGBTQ individuals and first-generation college graduates. Ari is passionate about encouraging and facilitating communication, using reason and persuasion to affect change through relationship building and connecting people across real and perceived differences. Want to be featured on an upcoming episode of The Conversationalist podcast? Here’s what to do: Follow us on Instagram @theconversationalist Rate our podcast and leave us a review on iTunes or on the Apple Podcasts app. DM us on Instagram to tell us when you've completed steps one and two and what username you used to subscribe and leave the review, and we'll give you the insider access on how to get featured! Interested in joining Sophie on her mission to unify the world? Follow @theconversationalist on Instagram and Twitter, like us on Facebook, and subscribe to us on YouTube to give your perspectives on the topics we covered this season! You can also apply to become a Brand Ambassador or join our Online Community to connect with other passionate Conversationalists around the world. Thanks for tuning in and we’ll see you next week! Support the show: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theconversationalist/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every week, someone on Twitter gets to be the person everyone else piles on, the person who is universally hunted by the social media warriors in the cheap seats. In May 2019, it was award-winning US author Natasha Tynes’ turn to face cancel culture. The mother-of-three was traveling by train to her Washington communications job. When she saw a transit employee eating on the train—illegal in Washington—she snapped a photo and posted a tweet calling out the woman. In the 49 minutes the tweet was up, former journalist Natasha’s life blew up forever. She was denounced as a “petty and spiteful” racist, lost a book deal and had a breakdown which saw her flee the country: “I grew up in the Middle East and lived through two Gulf Wars but this was the most difficult thing I ever went through and it scarred me forever. I think about it every single day. If I could take this back I would.” More than a year on and still receiving hate mail, ‘They Called Me Wyatt’ writer Natasha shares her cautionary tale about the world of online rage, mistakes and second chances with Sharon Pearson in Perspectives episode ‘The Tweet I Wish I Could Take Back’: “The fact I’m back on social media shows I’m still the same person and I made a mistake but I’m going to continue being who I am. Yes, you crushed me but I’m still alive.”

Jordanian immigrant Natasha Tynes was sitting on top of the world. She was a happy mother of three, just four-weeks away from having her first novel published. But a confrontation with a DC Metro employee over of all things- a burrito- sent her world crashing down. Now cancelled, Natasha openly talks about her regrets, her anger and how this incident very nearly caused her to take her own life.

Follow Us on Social Media:Twitter: @DrinkWAuthorsInstagram: DrinkingwithAuthorsCall us or email us with questions or inquiries!Email: DrinkingWithAuthors@gmail.comPhone: (727) 300-6752New episodes weekly!Natasha Tynes was born in Amman, Jordan. She worked as a journalist in the Middle East and the United States for over two decades. She lives in Maryland with her husband and three children. They Called Me Wyatt is her first novel. It was published in April by Texas-based publisher Rebeller.Follow Natasha on Social Media, and buy her books!Amazon author pagehttps://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/entity/author/B07MKZ85FK?_encoding=UTF8&node=283155&offset=0&pageSize=12&searchAlias=stripbooks&sort=author-sidecar-rank&page=1&langFilter=default#formatSelectorHeaderTwitter: https://twitter.com/natashatynesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/natashatynes/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/natashatynesauthor/

Follow Us on Social Media:Twitter: @DrinkWAuthorsInstagram: DrinkingwithAuthorsCall us or email us with questions or inquiries!Email: DrinkingWithAuthors@gmail.comPhone: (727) 300-6752New episodes weekly!Natasha Tynes was born in Amman, Jordan. She worked as a journalist in the Middle East and the United States for over two decades. She lives in Maryland with her husband and three children. They Called Me Wyatt is her first novel. It was published in April by Texas-based publisher Rebeller.Follow Natasha on Social Media, and buy her books!Amazon author pagehttps://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/entity/author/B07MKZ85FK?_encoding=UTF8&node=283155&offset=0&pageSize=12&searchAlias=stripbooks&sort=author-sidecar-rank&page=1&langFilter=default#formatSelectorHeaderTwitter: https://twitter.com/natashatynesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/natashatynes/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/natashatynesauthor/

Ripped from the Headlines! See how a controversial tweet made this author go viral and lose her book deal. We discuss her path through cancel culture, and road to redemption as well as her book, They Called Me Wyatt. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getcaughtup/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/getcaughtup/support

Life isn't always black and white

Life isn't always black and white

As a Puerto Rican woman and member of the LGBTQ+ community, architect and design professional Yiselle Santos Rivera has always been drawn to firms and companies that advocate diversity. This week she joins us to discuss why in corporate America, it’s okay and even important to “see color.” Later in the show, writer DarkSkyLady reminds us that Anti-Black Behavior Is Not Exclusively White, as we discuss the viral case of author Natasha Tynes’ prejudicial targeting of a Black woman subway worker in New York City.

This week, Attorney Rosensweig is discussing the $13 million lawsuit that was filed by D.C. author, Natasha Tynes, against her publisher after it announced that it would no longer be publishing her book following claims of her online racism.  Natasha Tynes was riding the subway just weeks before her book was set to be released when she tweeted about an African American MTA worker eating on the train (including a photograph of the unsuspecting woman eating and alerting the MTA as to where and when she saw this MTA worker eating).  The Twitterverse was very upset about what it deemed to be a racist attack against this MTA worker and, after receiving threats to boycott the publisher's other authors, the publisher decided to release a statement saying that it would no longer publish Ms. Tynes' book.  Ultimately, the publisher did publish the book but Ms. Tynes filed suit anyway, asserting claims of defamation, emotional distress and breach of contract and seeking $13 million in damages.  Attorney Adam J. Schwartz, who represented the publisher in this fascinating lawsuit, describes the intricacies of the case and how it ultimately settled. We discuss SLAPP (strategic lawsuits against public participation) and the way that some states are enacting statutes to force plaintiffs to pay for defendants' legal fees if it is determined that their lawsuit was indeed a SLAPP suit, filed solely for the purpose of trying to silence someone's free speech by harassing them with a frivolous lawsuit.  What are anti-SLAPP motions?  Why have only some states and not others enacted statutes to push back against SLAPP suits? Why has there not been a federal statute to prohibit SLAPP suits? What about other types of frivolous claims that are rampant in the U.S.? My esteemed guest and I discuss all of this and more in this engaging and philosophical episode. 

We're celebrating the little guys (well, gals, tbh) this episode as we discuss your favorite indie authors. Before that, we talk some book news. People keep coming for libraries, and this time it was in the dumbest way possible. Rare Bird is being sued by Natasha Tynes for $13 MILLION and their lawyer found time in his day to send this response. And finally, The Atlantic came for the Goodreads Challenge. Thanks to everyone who replied to our #BCLChat. Check out the authors and books we discussed below: Alexandra Warren Baggage Claim: “I don’t need to know your name. I know your spirit. I’m more concerned with that.” Ryan and Will: Two strangers with instant chemistry on an adventure fueled by a fiery connection neither can contain. But not everything is as it seems. Or is it? Nicole Falls A Natural Transition: Nyema Landry is more interested in her flourishing career as a DJ than settling down. Langston Goode is a man on the rise with his eyes on the prize, ready to finally lay his claim on Nyema’s heart. Since their first meeting, Nyema and Langston had been at odds, and they were perfectly fine with that arrangement ... until the undeniable current of desire that crackled between them was no longer avoidable. Jacinta Howard Happiness in Jersey: (First book in her Prototype series) The only thing in Jersey Kincaid’s world that she has time for are keeping her grades up so that she doesn’t lose her scholarship to South Texas University, playing the bass in her band, The Prototype, and satisfying her coffee addiction. Oh, and the occasional random hook-up she indulges in to pass the time. When Jersey meets Isaiah “Zay” Broussard with his soulful gray eyes, quick wit and easy charm, she’s determined to remain aloof. She doesn't have time to get sidetracked by fleeting fantasies, even if she does feel an unexplainable connection to Zay she’s never experienced before. Love Belvin The Rhythm of Blues: (First book in her Love in Rhythm & Blues series) Ragee is a successful R&B singer, music composer, and actor who shot to fame and celebrity at rocketing speed. But he has an unshakable stigma attached to his stardom that won’t seem to go away. Wynter Blue thought she was taking control of her world the day she up and quit her job. Little did she know, the day she walked out of her job was the very one she’d run into his shroud of smoke. Wynter questions if she can handle Ragee’s darkness while trying to bring him into the light of truth. Join us in our next episode when we read ... *sigh* ... The Wedding Date, by Jasmine Guillory. We'll be joined by our friends over at Mocha Girls Read, so be sure to read up and listen in!

This week, in light of the Natasha Tynes story, we discuss the trend of books being canceled by publishers due to bad behavior online by their authors. In a time when authors often find themselves harassed online with the intent of driving them off platforms or costing them opportunities, how can we make sure that decisions in response to internet outrage are made properly and based on the right reasons? Do publishers really have a track record that should make us trust them in some of these values judgments? Also included is a quick conversation about the recent sale of Barnes and Noble.

This week, I have two awesome single moms joining me: Ritha from FreeDa's World Podcast and Cook from Cook and Gooch Podcast. We discuss Grumpy Cat, Legendary Bdays, Arthur's season premiere, Trey Songz, Non washed legs, Natasha Tynes, aborton bans and more! Follow Ritha: Twitter: @freedas_world  IG: @freedas_world website: www.freedaswomennyc.com Follow Cook: Twitter: @thecookandgooch IG: @cookandgoochpodcast Follow Mocha:  Twitter: @mochaminutes IG: @mochaminutes FB: @mochaminutes

Tangents galore about Avengers End Game, comic sales, Game of Thrones, Batman, Constance Wu, Natasha Tynes, comics we have read and more This podcast is sponsored by Discount Comic Book Services http://www.dcbservice.com/index.aspx Instock Trades http://www.instocktrades.com/ This podcast is part of the TaylorNetwork which is a home to many great podcasts all available on taylornetwork feed on Spotify, Itunes, stitcher radio and also google play If you can please support our No Apologies patreon

Tangents galore about Avengers End Game, comic sales, Game of Thrones, Batman, Constance Wu, Natasha Tynes, comics we have read and more This podcast is sponsored by Discount Comic Book Services http://www.dcbservice.com/index.aspx Instock Trades http://www.instocktrades.com/ This podcast is part of the TaylorNetwork which is a home to many great podcasts all available on taylornetwork feed on Spotify, Itunes, stitcher radio and also google play If you can please support our No Apologies patreon

HELP OUT WITH A 5 STAR REVIEW ON ITUNES DIRECT PAYPAL CONTRIBUTION WINE CELLAR PATREON MONTHLY CONTRIBUTION WINE CELLAR STUDIO AMAZON WISH LIST Author Natasha Tynes sparked outrage on social media after she tweeted a photo of a black Metro employee eating on the train and reported the woman to her bosses. Now, Tynes may lose her book deal. Tynes, a writer and World Bank employee in Washington, tweeted a photo Friday morning of a Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority employee in uniform eating on one of the service's trains. -------------------------------------------- This startup invented underwear you can wear for weeks without washing "Underwear you can wear for weeks" has been invented by a group of young men. Four Danish innovators in their 20s have invented undergarments that only need washing a couple of times per month. The special ingredient is silver, which kills 99.9% of all bacteria. Yes, that's right — underpants you can wear for weeks without washing. But Organic Basics' mission as a company is not to advocate laziness amongst the younger generation, though it might seem the case. No; it's all about saving the environment.  

HELP OUT WITH A 5 STAR REVIEW ON ITUNES DIRECT PAYPAL CONTRIBUTION WINE CELLAR PATREON MONTHLY CONTRIBUTION WINE CELLAR STUDIO AMAZON WISH LIST Author Natasha Tynes sparked outrage on social media after she tweeted a photo of a black Metro employee eating on the train and reported the woman to her bosses. Now, Tynes may lose her book deal. Tynes, a writer and World Bank employee in Washington, tweeted a photo Friday morning of a Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority employee in uniform eating on one of the service's trains. -------------------------------------------- This startup invented underwear you can wear for weeks without washing "Underwear you can wear for weeks" has been invented by a group of young men. Four Danish innovators in their 20s have invented undergarments that only need washing a couple of times per month. The special ingredient is silver, which kills 99.9% of all bacteria. Yes, that's right — underpants you can wear for weeks without washing. But Organic Basics' mission as a company is not to advocate laziness amongst the younger generation, though it might seem the case. No; it's all about saving the environment.