strong feelings for the new month
it's been...a week
Today on my four block walk from the subway to the office a man shouted “get a job” at me. Sorry that my work hours are not 9-5, sir. Last night a comedian/actor I like DMed me on Instagram and opened with “Sarah. Goddess. Hi.” I think he thinks I’m someone else because credible sources have confirmed he uses “goddess” in communication regularly. I wish these were the two weirdest things that happened this week, but, alas.
Things I’ve felt strongly about lately:
Death Becomes Her (musical version) is the best thing I’ve seen in a long time. It is so online but in a way that I think is accessible if you are not chronically plugged in. Megan Hilty is a (callback) goddess. Michelle Williams is giving Yzma. Jennifer Simard is just as good as she was in the underrated Once Upon A One More Time. You must see it. (Also, is DBH the original The Substance? Have you seen The Substance? I have not.)
Reminder that UnReal is one of the best first seasons of television period.
“Nonalcoholic Ways to Unwind, Showcased by Famous Paintings”
Curious about this app that removes the AI from iPhone photography.
The new Matlock is really fun!! It’s led by Jennie Snyder Urman who also led Jane the Virgin so you know it’s gonna have twists and turns and a Yael Grobglas cameo.
College students don’t know how to read full books anymore?
Josh Hart and I use the same moisturizer. I recommend.
“Excerpts from a Sitcom Set in New York City by Writers Who Are Clearly from California”
Seth Meyers did a lot of press surrounding his new standup special. I devoured it all. Have yet to watch the special.
Does anyone have any connections at Costco Connection because I found my new dream job.
Graphical evolution of NBA uniforms.
The TL;DR on the Martha Stewart doc.
Nerds Gummy Cluster are a top tier candy. Take a peek inside the factory a la Unwrapped.
How to get on The Price Is Right (another life goal).
Did not expect the story of Yale’s name origin to be buried in this article about a shipwreck detective.
Discount neon Loubitons.
Things I’m looking forward to (a new section to remind us that the world is not ending even though it feels like it is:
Seeing Death Becomes Her again.
Watching the movie Death Becomes Her.
Trying a cannoli candy bar (it has cannoli shell in it!).
TV rom-com featuring Stephanie Hsu and top-tier nepo baby Zosia Mamet.
Dinners at Ensenada and Smithereens in the next week. Also trying Elbow Bread.
Another boy band doc.
Watching Seth Meyers’ latest standup special.
The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast every Monday.
If you’re looking for a quick binge to cheer you up might I recommend The English Teacher (FX on Hulu), Digman (Andy Samburg as Nicholas Cage in National Treasure, Hulu) or High Potential (currently airing on ABC).
ALSO, if you need help with holiday gifts, please let me put my shopping problem to good use. Send me (or comment) a few things about the person and your price range and I will find you something!!