Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag
After a long ride with my old roller bag, I just upgraded to "The Bigger Carry-On" from Away.
Morrissey’s First Tweet (and a New Single)
Yesterday, in his very first tweet, Moz dropped a new single from his forthcoming album.
An Achingly Beautiful Video for Leonard Cohen’s “Leaving the Table”
This achingly beautiful video of Leonard Cohen's "Leaving the Table" was just released. The song was on Cohen's final album, You Want It Darker, which came out in October 2016 just days before his death. The timing of the album,…
The Black Tie Situation at the 2017 Emmy Awards
In praise of the men who looked great without screaming for even more attention.
Exploring My Neighborhood in Downtown Cleveland
After lunch with an old family friend from my childhood days, I took a walk around what will soon become my new home, getting a lay of the land and a sense of things. Starting in October, I will be…
John le Carré on Fresh Air
Terry Gross talks with one of my favorite writers, the ultimate spy novelist John le Carré.
Ep. 41: When Returning/Exchanging a Purchase Is a Pain in the Ass
When someone opens an online store, the return/exchange process should be painless. In this episode, I talk about a recent online shopping experience that drove me nuts. I also give a brief update on the Cleveland Experiment.
A Good Terry Cloth Bathrobe
With bathrobes, it can be tricky to balance budget and quality. But I found one that works.
New Trailer for Marvel’s The Defenders
Netflix just released a new trailer for the show. It looks like a blast.
Instead of Flip-Flops
On the quest to become as comfortable and casual as humanly possible, there is a more stylish and tasteful option.