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Comedy in the Time of Corona

It’s hard making stand up comedy in quarantine. I have to ask my cat how I’m doing. His reply: “Meow, meow. Meow meow meow, meow,” which I think loosely translates to “I love you Dad. But if I’m gonna eat, you

A CANNAVERSATION WITH EN VOLÁ featuring Simon Espinosa, Part 2

In Part 1, we shared Simon Espinosa and his brothers’ inspiring story of building a cannabis media empire in Chile. The family that smokes together succeeds together! In this second half, Simon not only reveals his top-secret data on the profile of the cannabis user in Chile, but we also

Farewell to Harmontown: The End of “Rick and Morty”Co-Creator’s Provocative Podcast

While fans of Rick and Morty are still dealing with the bittersweet reality of waiting for more episodes, a group of die-hard fans experienced the bittersweet conclusion to another show by series co-creator, Dan Harmon. Announcing, via Twitter, that, “All good things must come to an end…” the seven year

A CANNAVERSATION WITH EN VOLÁ Featuring Simon Espinosa

By James Longshore Comedy and cannabis are an age old pairing, and Simon Espinosa, the creator and host of En Volá.cl, a budding comedy empire, and founder of Quema, a Chilean distributor of high-end cannabis accessories, knows his market. En Volá has over 420,000 followers across its social

All Hail Misha

When Misha Calvert moved to New York City from San Diego after graduating college, she had her sights set solely on an acting career—no surprise, considering she had grown up doing community theater. However, it wasn’t long before her passion for writing and directing began to develop. As

The Jewish Boys on Hinge: Swipe Left on

Using dating apps to meet a nice Jewish boy poses its own unique challenges. For example, there is a high likelihood that someone in the algorithm will be your cousin, your ex, your friend’s brother, your ex’s friend, or your friend’s ex. Here are other warning signs

Just Get the Dumb Tattoo

by Loie Plautz As I write this article, my fourth tattoo heals on my upper arm. It’s a rose behind a chain which is broken on one end. It is deeply meaningful–the chain represents my roots as a chainmaker, and the rose is to honor the elderly chainsmith

All Jokes Aside: How Side Ponytail Became Brooklyn’s Hottest Indie Comedy Show

March, 2014. My Facebook had been flooded with photos from a new comedy show. Comedians were posing with their hair in scrunchies, and of course, side ponytails. “What was this party I wasn’t invited to?” These were my people. It was not the type of comedy show where you

Mourning the Death of a Sex Friend

by Kristin Manna In loving memory of Derek Mills, who has passed away November 5th, 2018. Derek, who was a bony cuddler, humidifier user, and a blanket stealer, died yesterday, November 5th. Although the cause of death is not specified, the medical examiner says it was due to “casually bringing

Aziz Ansari’s Right Now is Cautious of Extreme Wokeness

“The old Aziz is dead,” the 36-year old comedian remarks in his brand-new Netflix special. He is, of course, referring to the January 2018 babe.net article in which a young woman going by the pseudonym “Grace” accused him of committing sexual misconduct. It has been a year and a

Happy Death Day to Her: Russian Doll

By Moxie McMurder New Netflix series Russian Doll premiered on the 1st of February and if you haven’t watched it yet, you need to get on it! Russian Doll is sharp, funny and does a brilliant job of taking a well-known conceit—reliving the same day over and

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New Erotica for Feminists Flips Well-Worn Phantasms of Pornography and Erotic Literature

By Emma VosCaitlin Kunkel, Brooke Preston, Fiona Taylor and Carrie Wittmer’s new collection of witty erotica will leave you lustful because there’s nothing sexier than equality.The four authors, founders of comedy and satire site The Belladonna, compiled New Erotica for Feminists: Satirical Fantasies of Love, Lust and

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Springfield Confidential: Inside The Simpsons at NYCC 2018 with Producer Mike Reiss

Our retrospective of New York Comic Con (NYCC) 2018 continues with a glimpse behind the scenes of one of TV history’s most enduring animated comedies. The Simpsons’s executive producer and showrunner Mike Reiss explains the secrets of Springfield residency. By Shani R. FriedmanOn the last day

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When Hollywood Says "Yes," the Podcast How Did This Get Made? Says "Hell No!"

By Shani R. FriedmanLast week, hosts Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael, and Jason Mantzoukas came to Brooklyn with their comedy podcast How Did This Get Made? For those like me who haven’t heard the podcast, which has done nearly 200 episodes since its 2010 start, it’s an incredulous

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The Pregnancy Paradox: Soleil Nathwani on Comedian Ali Wong's Revolutionary Standup

All other factors – health, partner, capacity – being optimal, we see pregnancy as an ultimate goalpost on the road of ‘womanhood’. The idea that you might not want children begs an explanation because the default setting must be yes. And conversations around pregnancy, the say-it-at-a-dinner-party ones, not the ones

Breakthrough

Male Comics Stand Up for Women

By Dorri OldsThe global human rights organization Breakthrough works to “change the attitudes and assumptions around gender that lead to violence and discrimination.” This year is their 4th annual Dudes Against Violence Against Women Because DUH. Featuring comedians from beloved shows including 30 Rock and The Daily Show, the evening

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The Royal Wedding is Ruining My Anniversary

By Mark Jason WilliamsI was excited about going to England for my one-year wedding anniversary this week–until the Royal Wedding eclipsed our celebration.We chose London because of its significant role in our relationship. Three years ago, a misty Christmas night in Mayfair inspired me to propose to

1st Person

6 Tips For A Fun (And Safe) Cinco de Mayo

By Jourdan EspeutAs a native New Yorker, I’ve been bar-hopping since I was a teenager. There were no bonfires in the woods, school dances were a running joke, and house parties weren’t a thing—on account of everyone living in a 550-square-foot apartment. The only option was to

College Poverty Can Be a Blessing

By Kristian CostelloWith Tax Day coming up on April 17th, I have been doing a lot of financial self reflection. As a struggling 20-year-old New School University student in Manhattan with $20,000 of student loans and a credit score of 451 on a good day, I know a lot

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Wailing the Suburban Blues

By Bob Brody Nobody plays the blues — hardcore, bad-ass, barrelhouse, belt-it-out, down-and-dirty, gut-bucket blues — better than a kid who grew up upper-middle-class. Nobody. Face it: the suburbs are the true home of the blues. Exploring The Blues Now, granted, most true-blue blues men come from New Orleans or

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Rock the Vote: Geologist Jess Phoenix Runs for Congress with a Patton Oswalt Comedy Fundraiser

By Christopher DeWanA rumble shakes through the old deco auditorium in Newhall, CA, just a few miles from California’s infamous San Andreas fault—but Jess Phoenix takes it in stride. Phoenix, a career geologist who’s now running for Congress, is working her way through her first-ever

NYWIFT: Writer Patty Carey Gets the #Greenlight from NYC

There’s no better way to kick off Women’s History Month than with an update from our visionary sisters at New York Women in Film & Television (NYWIFT). In this interview, we meet screenwriter and location manager Patty Carey, whose pilot Half Life just won 2018’

Ash Wednesday

How to Be Saintly on Valentine's Day

For the first time since 1945, Valentine’s Day and Ash Wednesday occur on the same day. If you think that’s no way to celebrate the most romantic holiday of the year, try a little nun-sense. By Sister Margaret RoseHey ladies,Just a reminder that Valentine’s

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Disjointed Review ????: "You Don't Have to Be High to Watch It, But It Helps"

In preparation for our upcoming CANNABIS print issue (due in November), we’re kicking off our theme with this review of the new Netflix series Disjointed, co-created by sitcom giant Chuck Lorre and starring Kathy Bates. Film critic and Honeysuckle columnist Moxie McMurder weighs in on the controversial show.

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Carlie and Doni

Comedians, musicians, lesbians, straight, weed lovers…who is this dynamic duo making a stink and gaining traction from coast to coast? From what I can tell, they’re funny, smart, engaging, original oh and did I say hilarious? You MUST check out their videos. Carlie and Doni check