A.J. Jacobs

A.J. Jacobs is a bestselling author, journalist and podcaster. He has written four New York Times bestsellers that combine memoir, science, humor and a dash of self-help.

'I'm an author and I'm grateful for democracy, including our First Amendment rights'

Proud American October 19

'I'm an author and I'm grateful for democracy, including our First Amendment rights'

Bestselling author A.J. Jacobs of New York City reveals why he's grateful for democracy in America after he spent a year studying the U.S. Constitution and wrote about it in a new book.

Visiting the Constitution can remind us that America is all about 'We the People'

TRAVEL October 12

Visiting the Constitution can remind us that America is all about 'We the People'

Bestselling author A.J. Jacobs visited the Constitution up close at the National Archives in Washington, D.C. — and argues Americans need to be reminded of the value of "We the People."

Health, happiness and helping others are vital parts of free and responsible society, Founding Fathers taught

HEALTHY LIVING October 5

Health, happiness and helping others are vital parts of free and responsible society, Founding Fathers taught

Bestselling author A.J. Jacobs told Fox News Digital about the importance of "doing good" for others, as shared by America's Founding Fathers — and why it's a path to happiness and healthy living.

Cake and democracy are a 'sweet' combination, says bestselling author: 'Freedom is a treat'

Food-Drink September 27

Cake and democracy are a 'sweet' combination, says bestselling author: 'Freedom is a treat'

A.J. Jacobs, bestselling author of the book "The Year of Living Constitutionally," notes that early Americans made "election cakes" to express the joy of voting — and today's Americans should, too.

Making stuff by hand taps into the great tradition of American individualism

LIFESTYLE September 21

Making stuff by hand taps into the great tradition of American individualism

Bestselling author A.J. Jacobs spent a year "living" the Constitution — and in part three of an original series for Fox News Digital, he reveals how he rediscovered the lost art of craftsmanship.

In an election year, Americans need fewer hot takes and more cool-headed reasoning

Lifestyle Books September 14

In an election year, Americans need fewer hot takes and more cool-headed reasoning

A.J. Jacobs, bestselling author of the new book "The Year of Living Constitutionally," says slower, more thoughtful reasoning is needed today — and cites the Founders as a model.

Why Americans need more face-to-face civil discussions 'with folks outside their own bubble'

LIFESTYLE September 7

Why Americans need more face-to-face civil discussions 'with folks outside their own bubble'

A.J. Jacobs, bestselling author of the new book "The Year of Living Constitutionally," reveals why civil discourse is needed more than ever in America, especially in an election year.