What Aretha Franklin Taught Me About White Flight
A white Jewish writer reflects on his family's role in segregation politics, and how the Queen of Soul and other Black artists connect him to this history.
Music
With the Release of ‘Dirty Computer’ Janelle Monáe Is Free AF
In her new visual album 'Dirty Computer,' the shape-shifting artist celebrates the core of what it means to be a woman, and finds her true identity in the process.
The Art That Saved Us
From sex-positive hip-hop to visceral literature, and sketch comedy that turned our ugly cries into laughter, women creators not only offered an outlet to vent—they spoke for us.
Nothing Compares 2 Prince
A personal remembrance of the spiritual, sensual virtuoso who "sometimes wished life was never ending" but knew "all good things, they say, never last."
How the Law Failed Kesha
The pop-star's lost case is just another example of a systemic failure to protect victims
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How Will We Teach Our Kids About Bowie?
A few days after the icon’s death, an eerily poignant holiday card has this mom reflecting on the loss while still feeling hopeful about his impact on the future.
Best Weekend: ‘Carol,’ Adele, Shonda Rhimes, and More!
What we'll be listening to, watching, and reading to sate our pop culture needs.
Best Weekend: Carrie Brownstein’s Memoir, Witch Movie Marathon + More
What we'll be listening to, watching, and reading to sate our pop culture needs.
Best Weekend: ‘Suffragette,’ Joanna Newsom’s ‘Divers’ + More
What we'll be listening to, watching, and reading to sate our pop culture needs.