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Jared Kushner simply loves the cinema
And other signs that Hollywood and humanity are thriving
Dec 9 • 
Alex Friedman
Sunday recos + reads
Space is too big, the weather is too cold, and movies are too good
Dec 8 • 
Alex Friedman
The best cafes + coffee shops, everywhere
As shared by my hot, local, and well-traveled friends
Dec 5 • 
Alex Friedman
We are living the American dream our founding fathers envisioned
+ a winter skincare guide
Dec 2 • 
Alex Friedman

November 2025

Sunday recos + reads
Max & Helen's, can't-miss TV, and the on-sale sweater you need
Nov 24 • 
Alex Friedman
Is there a Freaky Friday situation happening?
And other ironclad political theories of the moment
Nov 20 • 
Alex Friedman
Nickel for your thoughts?
Friday Download #1
Nov 15 • 
Alex Friedman
Chuck Schumer may need to update his résumé soon
But at least we got nothing out of it
Nov 12 • 
Alex Friedman
A very good week for millennials and women
We got a 34-year-old NYC mayor and new music from Hilary Duff.
Nov 5 • 
Alex Friedman

October 2025

How to make early sunsets suck less
Hot Tip's guide to leaning into coziness as the days get shorter
Oct 31 • 
Alex Friedman
Sunday recos + reads
Candy corn, Practical Magic, and the album you need to listen to
Oct 27 • 
Alex Friedman
Does anyone have eyes on Matt Damon?
And/or thousands of diamonds?
Oct 22 • 
Alex Friedman
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