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Remembering Bowie : A Video Playlist
The news of David Bowie’s passing hit me much harder than I expected. It wasn’t quite like when Joe Strummer died and I was inconsolable crying on the bathroom floor but it resonated. I would never say I was/am an expert or a super fan of Bowie, but this didn’t feel
Joe’s Pub Presents: Women of Letters (NYC)
Last month the wonderful Co-Producer (Trish Nelson) of Women of Letters at Joe’s Pub had me as her guest. I wasn’t at all prepared for what I would experience and be apart of that night. The show brings 6 women from all backgrounds to share letters they have written for
This New Literary Magazine is a Gift to the People of San Francisco
I’ve got some awesome news! We received a grant from the Civic Joy Fund to put out a literary magazine celebrating SF and acting to counter the stupid “Doom Loop” narrative. It’s a gift to the people of San Francisco. And after months of working on this project it’s now available
It’s ‘Bake’ To The Future Day
Commemorating Back II The Future Day, the day Marty McFly arrives in the Future 10/21/15. There is Bake to the Future. Tons of Back to the Future themed cookies by Sweet Petite
Artist You Should Know: Jeff Manley
Jeff Manley has been a cartoonist since he first learned what it meant to be a cartoonist. For the past 15 years Jeff has been chasing the dream of professional cartooning. Often overlooked, he keeps drawing. Not looking for attention or fame, just drawing for the love of drawing. “Guido
COMEDIANS YOU SHOULD KNOW: KRIS ACIMOVIC AND LAURA GREY
I got to hang out with comedy duo Kris Acimovic and Laura Grey aka ‘CrazyBitch/CrazyPussy‘ in Union Square a few days ago. These ladies are as funny off the stage as they are on. Their sharp wit and endearing modesty made them an absolute joy to chat with. I came
Clueless Tourist Complaints : New York City Edition
Central Park – “Just some grass and trees”
Its just grass, trees, overpriced cafes. Surrounded by buildings in a square. Filmed from a helicopter it might be interesting, but you will not be able unless you have military permission. Booring.
The Funniest/Cutest Craigslist Missed Love Connections in NYC
One of my favorite past times is pursuing the Missed Connections section. It can be funny, heartwarming, scary and everything in between. When I lived in Greenpoint I regularly took the L train. One of my good pals I would refer to it as the Love Train as he always
10 Iconic Foods Invented or Perfected in New York
My best friend came to visit a few weeks ago and he had never been to New York City. I panicked as to how to fit in a full experience in just a few days. Then I realized the best way to submerge yourself in any new place is through