The Weinstein Moment and the Trump Presidency
The producer and other powerful men are facing repercussions for their alleged abusive behavior. Will the President?
Brandon Seifert on Werewolves | The Weird History Podcast
Brandon Seifert has written horror comics such as Witch Doctor, Hellraiser, and The Fly. Lately, he’s been studying werewolf folklore. We talked about the history of werewolf stories, werewolf witch…
How Abandoned and Eroding Victorian Mansions of the Gilded Age Came to Symbolize Impending Doom
In a portentous video essay for Vox, producer Coleman Lowndes explains why the highly decorated, overly trimmed Victorian mansions (McMansions of their time) of the Gilded Age went from being…
Don’t Let Female Creators Be Collateral Damage When Male Abusers Go Down
It was Thanksgiving 2015. We were home for a much-appreciated break from trying to break into Hollywood; so far we had amassed a successful YouTube channel and the possibility of…
She Warned of ‘Peer-to-Peer Misinformation.’ Congress Listened.
Renee DiResta has been tracking disinformation on Facebook and other sites since the anti-vaccine movement. Congress turned to her for the grilling of tech executives.
Re-defining Manhood | Kevin Powell
As I’ve watched the Weinstein saga unfold, I cannot help but think of my mother. As I’ve watched the Harvey Weinstein saga unfold these past few weeks, and the stunning…
The dirty secrets of Hollywood’s golden age
Karina Longworth’s podcast began as a calling card. It was an overnight success
Urbanization Is Now One of the Most Dominant Forces of Evolution
When humans settled into larger villages and towns some 12,000 years ago along with the advance of agriculture, wildlife took advantage. Those species “preadapted” to survive in early cities, including…
Louis C.K. Crossed a Line Into Sexual Misconduct, 5 Women Say
As the powerful comedian found success by talking about his hang-ups, he was also asking female comics and co-workers to watch him masturbate.
Dollhouses of St. Louis – 99% Invisible
driving around The Ville today, the neighborhood looks very different. Some buildings are simply rundown or abandoned, but others are missing large chunks entirely. Walls have disappeared. The bricks are…