Culture & Opinion
Mac Miller’s Unfinished Dreams: Balloonerism
A quick reflection on the spontaneous brilliance of Mac Miller’s Balloonerism, highlighting his unique blend of whimsy, wit, and openhearted exploration.
Culture & Opinion
Beating Brain Rot: How to Make Your Phone Less Addictive This Year
Tired of feeling tethered to your phone? Learn how to reduce screen-time temptation, combat 'brain rot,' and carve out a calmer, more mindful life with these simple yet powerful tips.
Culture & Opinion
Why Decentralized Social Media Is No Longer Optional
Explore Jason Koebler’s argument for decentralized social media as the solution to fragile, oligarch-controlled platforms. Learn how Mastodon, Bluesky, and federated networks could reshape the internet.
Culture & Opinion
Fascism's Lingering Shadows: Why History’s Warning Signs Matter Now
Fascism has a peculiar way of haunting our collective consciousness. For some, it’s an overused political insult; for others, it’s a chilling reminder of how quickly democracy can crumble under the weight of authoritarian ambition. And now, with Donald Trump back in the White House, the question looms
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The Hustle Myth: A Review of Eric Baker’s "Make Your Own Job"
Eric Baker’s Make Your Own Job examines how America’s obsession with entrepreneurialism transformed work into an exhausting, class-blind ideology.
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Indoor Cycling, Tony Soprano, and the American Empire
Revisiting The Sopranos during a winter of indoor cycling, I ponder its relevance in 2025. Is Tony Soprano a mob boss, a metaphor for America, or just overrated? Read on for hot takes and cold truths.
Culture & Opinion
Sifting Through the Debris: Finding Purpose Amid Chaos
Discover how embracing small, meaningful actions—your “little p” purpose—can help rebuild hope and happiness after experiencing tragic loss or upheaval.
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Los Angeles on Fire: Echoes of Mike Davis’s Warnings
Rosecrans Baldwin reflects on Mike Davis’s warnings as wildfires devastate Los Angeles, exploring the city’s vulnerabilities and the resilience of its people.
Culture & Opinion
Pixelfed Feels Like the Instagram I Miss
Experience the return of straightforward photo sharing with Pixelfed’s new mobile apps. No ads, no tracking—just your photos and the people you care about, in a truly social environment.
Culture & Opinion
Breaking Free from Neoliberalism’s Grip: Lessons in Effective Activism
Explore Spencer R. Scott’s compelling essay on reversing wealth extraction, building resilient communities, and fostering effective activism in the face of systemic inequality.
Culture & Opinion
30 Tokyo-Inspired Life Lessons You’ll Want to Steal Today
Discover 33 Japanese-inspired life lessons, from mindfulness to seasonal living, drawn from Tokyo’s unique culture. Learn how to elevate your daily routine with insights from MR PORTER.
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Dunkey's Best of 2024
Just watch it, it's great. This is good games.