Readings

Game of Thrones, Season 5, Episode 7: This 'Strong Woman' Mould Is Crafted By Dicks

A weekly conversation between an avid Game of Thrones fan, and someone who has actively avoided it until now.

'If You Stop and Look, You Will Literally Die': An Interview with Merritt Kopas

Talking to the editor of Videogames For Humans about why mainstream games are bad at sex, how traditional narrative structures fail women, and the weird thrill of dictatorial power.

'Our Brownness Does Not Belong Here'

How Brown should a Brown person be?

Punk-Rock Comedy in a Late-Night Suit

In praise of David Letterman, the preeminent establishment-backed comedy revolutionary, on the day of his final show.

A Hero's Just A Sandwich

We may want to have a drink with our idols, but what's the cost of toasting power?

Game of Thrones, Season 5, Episode 6: What Is This Show Doing?

A weekly conversation between an avid Game of Thrones fan, and someone who has actively avoided it until now.

The Almost-Villains of the Marvel Universe

Ultron is the most frightening enemy the Avengers have had to face so far, but can an ongoing franchise have a legitimately terrifying villain?

The Heartbreak Kids

A scientific exploration of teenage devastation.

Page One: Writing on the Road

"Creating our funeral slideshows in real time." On the journal as notebook of the psyche. 

'Am I Womansplaining To You?': An Interview With Jessica Hopper

Talking to the author of The First Collection of Criticism by a Living Female Rock Critic about Riot Grrrl, how kids change your taste, and getting permission to be a critic.