Culture
Olivia Rodrigo’s Mainstream Nostalgia
Why are her songs about teenagers falling out of love and not being able to parallel park captivating?
We’ll Always Have Turner Classic Movies … or Will We?
Why attacks on the classic film channel amount to more than a hill of beans.
What Makes Gen Z Tick?
Jean Twenge’s data-rich new book explores America’s six living generations, and lays out striking possibilities for future trends in public opinion.
Cormac McCarthy’s Blood and Guts Catholicism
The late writer’s gritty style gives us a window into his religious upbringing and imagination.
Russia vs. Ukraine, Year One
A review of Serhii Plokhy’s ‘The Russo-Ukrainian War: The Return of History.’
‘Tom Jones’ Is No Masterpiece
The latest adaptation of Henry Fielding’s novel shows that changing a character’s race can be superficial.
Wage Rage
Michael Lind’s latest book outlines New Right economic proposals, but repeats Old Left mistakes.
Vintage J
John Mulaney’s latest stand-up special tackles his struggles with addiction, but also shows off his signature comedic charm.
