Caption: For Michael Barbaro, host of “The Daily,” listening is everything. Whether it’s birdsong, city streets or voices on the news, he explores how sound can reveal emotions and stories that shape how we understand our world.

Caption: You’ll never look at a fence the same way again. Metro reporter Anna Kodé invites us into her world, where every object, even an orange peel, has a story to tell.

Caption: For food reporter and @nytcooking recipe columnist Melissa Clark, the most vital ingredient in any kitchen is curiosity. She encourages us to question the things we often take for granted — for example, how to salt our food — and reveals how a simple question can unlock a world of flavor and a more delightful life.