Ashley Reese

1/10/22

Why Are Some Zoomers So Wistful For the '80s?

For a generation that has come of age in the clutches of covid and curated feeds, the '80s represent analog freedom…

12/15/21

bell hooks, Renowned Author and Feminist Scholar, Dead At 69

hooks' unflinching critiques of race, gender, class, and pop culture leave behind an insurmountable legacy.

12/13/21

We Will Never Forget These Chaotic Toys of Our Youth

A look back at the purple Popple, Baby Born, Furbies, and other toys that bewitched us as children, body and soul.

12/13/21

Who Won Succession This Season?

Season 3 came to a close with Logan, Tom Wambsgans, Cousin Greg, and perhaps no one else ending up on top.

12/10/21

The Only Weed Gift Guide You Need

Let's spread some holiday cheer by rolling a j and buying your friend a cute little glass pipe.

12/10/21

New Music: Mitski's Here With A Track That's Perfect For A Melancholic Winter Day

Also, new Tame Impala, Sam Feldt with Rita Ora, and more.

12/9/21

Actually Good Size-Inclusive Brands to Shop

It's never been easier to find plus-size clothes--but how about some that won't fall apart after a few washes?

12/8/21

Hillary Clinton Shares What Would Have Been Her 2016 Victory Speech, for Some Reason

Yes, we get it, we really do, but enough already, please.

12/6/21

Gifts For Your Friend Who Has Way Too Many Goddamn Plants

And if you're using this gift guide to shop for yourself, here's an excuse to buy a new planter.

12/6/21

Who Won <i>Succession</i> This Week? Season 3 Episode 8

Who Won Succession This Week? Season 3 Episode 8

“Chiantishire” took us to Tuscany and showed the Roys contending with big business deals and... dick pics.

12/3/21

SZA's Love Pours Out in "I Hate U"

The neo soul singer's stunning ambivalence leads the charge in this week's new music, also featuring Doja Cat, FKA…

12/2/21

What the Hell Is This Anti-Vax Ad Doing at a Brooklyn Bus Stop?

It looks official, but the DOT and its advertising partner, JCDecaux, say it's unauthorized.

12/1/21

The Apathy of the American School Shooting

Today's high school students have undergone active shooter drills since elementary school. Meanwhile, politicians…

11/29/21

Who Won <i>Succession </i>This Week? Season 3, Episode 7

Who Won Succession This Week? Season 3, Episode 7

No one wins when everyone is a giant, wailing baby!

11/23/21

Okay, If I Read Another Headline About Will Smith's Sex Life I'm Going to Scream

Will and Jada's openness about their love lives is refreshing, but only in small doses.

11/22/21

Who Won<i> Succession </i><i> </i>This Week? Season 3, Episode 6

Who Won Succession This Week? Season 3, Episode 6

The HBO series' most recent episode considered fascism in an altogether unexpected yet still unsurprising twist.

11/19/21

Adele's Latest Album Is a Sucker-Punch, Give Us Wine

We just listened to 30. Please respect our privacy at this time.

11/15/21

Who Won <i>Succession </i>This Week? Season 3, Episode 5

Who Won Succession This Week? Season 3, Episode 5

During Waystar Royco's annual shareholder's meeting, everyone was on their best (and sometimes worst) behavior

11/13/21

Saturday Night Social: I Think About The Rock Rapping Every Single Day

Because it's about drive, it's about power, we stay hungry, we devour.

11/12/21

Talk To Your Friends, Talk To My Friends, Talk To Me About <i>Red</i> <i>(Taylor's Version)</i>

Talk To Your Friends, Talk To My Friends, Talk To Me About Red (Taylor's Version)

Other people also made music but, really, does it matter today?!

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