Randy Mamola and Riders for Health

The racing legend brings motorcycles to Africa to increase accessibility to medical care

by Katharine Erwin Randy Mamola is undoubtedly one of the greatest racers to never actually win a world championship. A crowd-pleasing racer with a heart of gold, Mamola’s best known moment was in 1985 with Moto Grand Prix’s most epic save. Mamola hails from San Jose, California, and in 1976 at just 16 years old, he was not only a known racer, but was also …

Interview: Aldo Bakker

The Dutch designer on material, process and his family's extensive history

by Stefano Caggiano Designs by Aldo Bakker look quite different from designs by his father Gijs Bakker who, in 1993 founded—with Renny Ramakers—the worldwide famous “conceptual design” brand Droog. Rather than focused on the concept, Aldo Bakker’s pieces feature a strong by-hand control of the fusion between form and material. Highly skilled in jewelry, glass and wooden design, Bakker is influenced by Constantin Brâncuși, Georgio …

Interview: George Quraishi of Howler Magazine

Soccer's newest publication takes a look at the sport from the eyes of an American

by Madison Kahn Howler is a new quarterly magazine aimed at the American soccer fan, entertaining both die-hards and newbies alike. Founders Mark Kirby and George Quraishi launched a Kickstarter campaign in 2012 that raised $69,000 from 1,400 backers, and with a sharp team of strong sports journalists and innovative designers, Kirby and Quaraishi have created a distinctive product. A revelation, Sports Illustrated called it. …