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Welcome to my cannon of cultural eulogies—obituaries for the serious and the unserious.

Edible Brooklyn

05/22/2026

Bar Susanne: A Riverfront Raw Bar in Williamsburg

Just in time for summer crowds along the Williamsburg waterfront, Bar Susanne has opened on the East River with oysters on ice, cold martinis, and a seafood-heavy menu from executive chef Jackie Carnesi. Her previous work at Williamsburg's Roberta's, Nura, and Kellogg's Diner helped establish her as one of Brooklyn's most recognizable culinary talents.

Edible Brooklyn

05/14/2026

Bodega Nights in Bushwick is BabySips' Big Little Sister

From the team behind the buzzy Lower East Side natural wine bar BabySips, Bodega Nights is a new Iberian-Brazilian restaurant in Bushwick.

Playboy

02/25/2026

[ESSAY] The Winter Olympics Were Especially Horny This Year

The 2026 Winter Olympics were record-breaking in many ways-including how horny they were. But isn't the spectacle of bodies the point?

The Week Junior

05/01/2026

[FEATURE] Netflix's "Swapped" is a funny new animal adventure

This is a feature on "Swapped," an animated film starring Michael B. Jordan and Juno Temple, including an interview with the director

The Week Junior

02/25/2026

[FEATURE] Director Daniel Chong and beaver expert Emily Fairfax on "Hoppers"

This is a feature on Disney-Pixar’s new comedy-adventure set in the world of beavers, including an exclusive interview with the director and beaver expert consultant.

The Week Junior

02/18/2026

[PROFILE] Latin Grammy-nominated musician Sonia De Los Santos on her debut picture book

Latin Grammy-nominee and children's music artist Sonia De Los Santos talks about the music and memories that inspired her new picture book, "La Golondrina"

The Week Junior

01/16/2026

[FEATURE] Studio Harlem museum reopens

Studio Harlem curator on reopening the beloved New York City institution after $160 million, seven-year renovation and rebuild

The Week Junior

01/23/2026

[FEATURE] Famous costumes on display: Paul Tazewell exhibition

This is a feature on the first-ever exhibition dedicated to the career of costume design legend Paul Tazewell at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago. It includes an exclusive interview with the lead curator of the exhibition.

The Week Junior

02/06/2026

[FEATURE] Netflix's new teen series gives audience another heated rivalry on ice

The young stars of Netflix's new drama, "Finding Her Edge," talk the YA source material and finding their own edge on the ice.

The Week Junior

01/16/2026

[INTERVIEW] Speed skating champion Erin Jackson is ready for the 2026 Olympics

Olympic medalist Erin Jackson talks blazing a trail on the ice ahead of the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Games

The Week Junior

01/23/2026

[PROFILE] Nat Geo star Bertie Gregory on chasing cheetahs for latest special.

Award-winning wildlife filmmaker Bertie Gregory is building a brand with his "Up Close" Nat Geo specials. This time, he got up close with the world's fastest animal.

The Week Junior

12/09/2025

[EXCLUSIVE] Director of "The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants" on returning to Bikini Bottom

A new SpongeBob adventure: The beloved character from Bikini Bottom and his friends are starring in a new animated film.

The Week Junior

12/09/2025

[PROFILE] Psychologist Jonathan Haidt is a champion for screen-free childhoods.

This is a profile on renowned social psychologist Jonathan Haidt. We discussed his new book, The Amazing Generation, which is a kids version of his ground-breaking 2024 best-seller, "The Anxious Generation."

The Week Junior

12/02/2025

[EXCLUSIVE] "Percy Jackson" author Rick Riordan’s on the long-awaited second season of the...

This is a feature on the new season of "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" on Disney+. It includes an exclusive interview with author and producer Rick Riordan, in which we discussed the endurance of his series and what to look forward to in the new season.

The Week Junior

12/02/2025

[PROFILE] Olympic ice hockey star Hilary Knight on leading her team at the 2026 Olympics.

This is a profile on Hilary Knight as she gears up for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy.

The Week Junior

11/18/2025

[PROFILE] Photographer Tawny Chatmon’s on expression through art

A profile on photographer Tawny Chatmon about her show at the National Museum of Women in the Arts

The Week Junior

11/11/2025

[EXCLUSIVE] "Wicked: For Good" production designer Nathan Crowley on returning to the set

This is a feature on "Wicked: For Good," including an interview with Oscar-winning production designer Nathan Crowley.

The Week Junior

10/07/2025

[PROFILE] Kate McKinnon brings her love of laughter and learning into her writing.

Profile of actress and author Kate McKinnon discussing her transition from SNL to writing middle-grade fiction, her love of science, and advice for young writers.

The Week Junior

09/16/2025

[PROFILE] CBS Mornings host Nate Burleson on his life, career and chasing big dreams:

In this Q&A, CBS Mornings co-anchor and former NFL player Nate Burleson shares his journey from the field to the studio and offers advice for young people.

The Week Junior

08/12/2025

[FEATURE] Michelle Yeoh on bringing Chinese blockbuster to US audiences

This is a feature on the animated film from China, "Ne Zha 2" and includes an exclusive interview with Michelle Yeoh, who lent her voice to the English-language version of the film.

American Studies

06/17/2025

[INTERVIEW] Alison Jaye is Leading Her Own Way

This Broadway star is carving out space for young artists to thrive.

The Week Junior

05/16/2025

[PROFILE] Geena Davis' debut picture book is about embracing your differences

This is a profile on award-winning actress and producer Geena Davis upon the release of her debut picture book, The Girl Who Was Too Big for the Page.

The Week Junior

04/29/2025

[FEATURE] "Stranger Things" comes to the stage

This is a feature on the Broadway production of "Stranger Things: The Last Shadow," featuring an interview with actor Juan Carlos, who plays Bob Newby.

American Studies

04/20/2025

[INTERVIEW] Maia Reficco is trusting the process

Resolve and realness are at the heart of this new leading lady.

The Week Junior

04/08/2025

[PROFILE] Music mogul Timbaland brings his signature style to a new animated series

Rapper and and record producer Timbaland discusses his career, lifelong love of music, and advice for kids.

The Week Junior

03/27/2025

Mark Bittman is inspiring young chefs with his latest cookbook.

Beloved cookbook author Mark Bittman on childhood culinary memories and creating recipes for kids in his new book.

The Week Junior

01/09/2024

[PROFILE] Actress Jamie Lee Curtis adds a new entry to her beloved body of children's books

In this profile, Jamie Lee Curtis talks on her most recent children's book, her career, inspiration to write, and shares life lessons.

The Week Junior

12/05/2023

[PROFILE] Chef Sean Sherman has won the 2023 Julia Child Prize

Chef Sean Sherman talks about being recognized for his work and celebrating Native American cuisine.

Business Insider

08/23/2023

[FEATURE] Not liking the 'Barbie' movie is my new dating red flag. Now, I won't date men who...

Part reported feature, part personal essay, here's why disdain for "Barbie" is a dating red (pink if you please) flag.

Hey Alma

04/27/2023

[PERSONAL ESSAY] Are You There, God? It's Me, Gen Z Margaret

After more than 50 years of young girls reading it under the covers at night with a flashlight, Judy Blume's iconic 1970 coming of age novel "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret?" is finally a movie.

Elite Daily

03/03/2023

[PERSONAL ESSAY] TBH, Hannah Horvath Wasn't So Bad

Gen Z has recently rediscovered HBO's 'Girls,' with new viewers sharing opinions on TikTok. Here's why Hannah Horvath is back.

The Week

12/09/2022

[FEATURE] Everything you need to know about the making of Guillermo del Toro's stop-motion Pinocchio

The lead puppeteer of Guillermo del Toro's handcrafted stop-motion masterpiece gives shares behind-the-scenes details

GirlsOnTops

06/04/2021

[PERSONAL ESSAY] The Allure of an Imaginary Boyfriend in WandaVision

Marvel may have moved on from its first landmark series WandaVision, but its unlikely premise felt all too real for Brielle Diskin, who, like Wanda, knew a thing or two about projecting the perfect boyfriend in the aftermath of severe trauma.

Mens Health

01/27/2021

[PERSONAL ESSAY] "Promising Young Woman" Asks Male Viewers an Important Question

A cultural analysis on the valuable takeaways of Emerald Fennel's subversive directorial debut

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