Cole Escola on Performance, Gender and Fluidity
A recent episode of the Slate podcast Working— which showcases interviews with different creative types about their work— features comedy writer and performer Cole Escola. I first noticed Escola in his role in Billy Eichner and Julie Klausner’s too short lived series Difficult People, and he has gotten more recognition since then but is still … More Cole Escola on Performance, Gender and Fluidity
Fan Agency and the Cancelling of the Author
Since J.K. Rowling has made the news again for hateful comments (which I won’t link to or reproduce here in any form) against trans and non-binary people, I’ve been thinking a lot about fan agency. The Harry Potter universe has grown far beyond Rowling’s original books into one of the most valuable transmedia franchises in … More Fan Agency and the Cancelling of the Author
Man Like Mobeen
During the Stay-at-Home weeks, I’ve been more intentional about what I consume and more reflective overall. A colleague and I were discussing the impulse to journal and record our consumption habits so I thought I’d revive this blog. I’ve really been enjoying Man Like Mobeen, a BBC dramedy now available on Netflix. I first encountered … More Man Like Mobeen
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