Best of 2023
The Rise and Fall of My Cat, Former Zoom Celebrity: An Oral History
Dr. Erica Nuñez (pet psychologist): It can be stressful when the power imbalance in the home shifts so dramatically, when suddenly the pet is outshining the owner.
Entries by Rebecca Turkewitz
Best of 2022
Thank You for Inviting Me to Your Super Bowl Party, But Why is This Nothing Like Friday Night Lights?
And did that fumble happen because the player is troubled by his girlfriend’s recent betrayal? Or because his ego is out of control and he’s been lazy at practice? Until I know his underlying emotional journey, I’m struggling to give a damn, honestly.
Originals
Other TV Networks Follow Fox’s Lead and Debut Their Own Weather Channels
HBO: It’s going to be a scorcher today, which is why none of our weatherwomen are wearing shirts.
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A Father’s Day Gift Guide for Dads who are Men who Like Man Things
A nicer and louder lawnmower than that asshole Frank has. Hot sauce so spicy it will absolutely ruin whatever you put it on. A blacksmithing forge. And more!
Best Of 2021
I am Definitely Not Friending You on Facebook Just to Sell You Skincare Products
Hello again! I see you updated your profile picture. I love that you’re going for the natural look and really embracing your wrinkles. I really admire your bravery. I wish I were that brave. Instead, I hide behind this anti-wrinkle serum…
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Miskatonic University Class Notes
Hello again fellow Miskatonic University alumni! I hope this newsletter finds you well and ignites some of that old MU school spirit (Go Night-gaunts)! As a reminder, we’re always looking for more alumni to write in. I know there are only 5 members of the class of ’07 left, but those of you who still have the power of speech should shoot us an email!
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10 True Facts About the War on Christmas
In George Orwell’s novel, 1984, the character of Emmanuel Goldstein, the fictional enemy of the state, is loosely based on Elf on the Shelf.
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I’m Really Good at Escape Rooms; Step Aside While I Solve This Murder
Listen, Mrs. Nelson, I’m sorry for your loss, but the crying is distracting to my process. I’ll tell you what I told my buddy Alvin when he had a full-on panic attack during the Airplane Hostage Escape Room last June in Philly: Use. The. Pain.