something smart

you can pry my Lamictal from my cold, dead hands

and some other smart reads

May 20 • Hitha Palepu

an AI deep dive

my thoughts on it, how I use it (and WON'T use it), and who I'm learning from

May 14 • Hitha Palepu

on kelp, the ROI of THAT bachelorette party, and big wellness

and a woman you should know

May 12 • Hitha Palepu

it is, actually, in your head

just not the way you think

Mar 11 • Hitha Palepu

the Olympics one

a little bit nerdy, and a lot inspiring

Feb 12 • Hitha Palepu

the throwback issue

some of the best articles I've shared on 5SR

Feb 5 • Hitha Palepu

don't just choose hope. practice it.

and two little ways to take care of yourself

Jan 27 • Hitha Palepu

why are billionaires...?

(that's it. that's the question)

Jan 20 • Hitha Palepu

because we all could use it

Jan 12 • Hitha Palepu

her novel predicted Diddy's downfall

and modern day imperialism

Jan 6 • Hitha Palepu

would you actually take a "Hallmark job"?

I started #5SmartReads 7 years ago as a way to amplify underreported news and underrepresented perspectives.

Dec 23, 2025 • Hitha Palepu

understanding the cult of Costco

and how to stump the football fans in your life

Dec 16, 2025 • Hitha Palepu

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