Culture

Reading Recommendations for 2023
I was thrilled when journalist and podcaster Jill Martin Wrenn invited me to talk about...
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My Deep Connection with Latin America
Pablo Milanés's passing was just one reminder of how we connect to distinct eras in...
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Why I Won’t Be Celebrating the Platinum Jubilee
I bear no ill will against the Queen and wish her a long life. But...
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This Fourth of July, Express your Patriotism by Voting
If you're an American living abroad, use this 4th of July to express your patriotism...
TV
Tips for Adulthood: 5 TV Shows Worth Watching
On occasional Wednesdays, I offer tips for adulthood. One of my New Year's Resolutions in...
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An Apology to Samantha Geimer
One sign of growing up is being able to recognize when you've made a mistake...