There are very few people who know more about the history of ancient Rome than Mike Duncan. The creator and host of the tremendously popular History of Rome podcast, which first aired between 2007 and 2012, Duncan has essentially devoted his career to studying the inner workings of the Roman …
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Under a starry western sky last weekend, Park City Song Summit founder Ben Anderson stood onstage and held court in front of an audience of creatives. “We’re going to change the legacy and culture of music on this mountain,” Anderson howled into the evening chill, his voice echoing far and …
Read More »RBD's Christian Chavez Wants His LGBTQ Fans to Feel Seen — And He's Not Letting Homophobia Stop Him
The rainbow colors of the LGBTQ pride flag have flooded the stage every night during RBD’s Soy Rebelde Tour, which kicked off on Aug. 25. Christian Chávez, a charismatic member of the 5-person band, uses this moment to launch into a special solo performance of RBD songs.He often wears sparkly …
Read More »Why Michelle Wolf Escaped America
During the pandemic, Michelle Wolf had a revelation: I need to get the fuck out of America. She was tired of the New York City grindset, working to live and living to work, and asked herself, “What do I have other than work?” She wanted a family, community, genuine connection. …
Read More »PragerU's Right-Wing Playbook for Infiltrating Public Education Is Working
In August, the Prager University Foundation, a right-wing media organization that describes itself as “the world’s leading conservative nonprofit that is focused on changing minds,” was designated as an official vendor to the Florida Department of Education, and approved for use in classrooms. The move alarmed many parents and educators …
Read More »Diddy Busts Out 'In the Air Tonight' Sample for the Weeknd's Final Feature on 'Another One of Me'
Diddy has finally released his heavily-hyped new track, “Another One of Me,” which reportedly features the final feature of the Weeknd’s career (unless, apparently, Daft Punk reunite). Along with the Weeknd, “Another One of Me” features French Montana and 21 Savage. The track offers a low-key, atmospheric beat, though it …
Read More »Olivia Rodrigo Adds 18 Shows to 2024 'Guts' World Tour
Olivia Rodrigo has unsurprisingly added a whole bunch of shows to her 2024 Guts world tour following major fan demand. The singer-songwriter has added 18 new concerts, including additional shows in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Montreal, Toronto, Boston, Seattle, and San Francisco (plus several cities abroad). The itinerary below …
Read More »'El Conde' Is the Fascist-Vampire Movie of the Year
Born on Nov. 25, 1915, Augusto José Ramón Pinochet would rise through the ranks of the Chilean military and, having become commander-in-chief of the nation’s army, lead a coup against the country’s president Salvador Allende in 1973. This would kick off Pinochet’s political reign — and reign of terror — …
Read More »Drew Barrymore Apologizes for Bringing Show Back During Strikes: 'Nothing I Can Do Will Make This OK'
Drew Barrymore tearfully apologized for bringing her daytime TV talk show back amidst the ongoing writers and actors strikes, explaining why she was going ahead with the plan despite fierce criticism from various parties, including her own picketing writers. In a video shared on Instagram, Barrymore said, “I believe there’s …
Read More »How Bahamas — a Canadian Indie-Rock Artist — Made One of Nashville's Most Country Albums
Bahamas’ entire aesthetic is one of taking the piss. The Sad Hunk title of his last album, his Zoolander press photos shot at the gym, and even his very stage name suggest he’s telling a joke with an awfully long punchline. But on his new album Bootcut, the Canadian creative …
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