There’s nothing better than a beautifully written, well-narrated audiobook. Whether I’m trying to learn about a moment in history or simply relax, audiobooks have become one of my go-to methods of reading. And when it comes to Black historical audiobooks, there is a wide and wonderful world to choose from. I’m looking for two things
Three decades after its release, Forrest Gump remains one of the best and most beloved films ever. Starring Hollywood superstar Tom Hanks, it follows Forrest Gump, a low-IQ yet highly determined man who becomes a national treasure in the United States by taking the right path as he faces fastidious challenges through early life to
Days of Our Lives is finally bringing a character back who should have returned a while ago. No, it’s not Abigail, though there will probably be some storyline movement with the mysterious lady on the tape, too. Instead, Days of Our Lives spoilers for the week of 6-24-24 include an on-screen visit at Statesville prison
We give you the first teaser trailer to the sequel to the hit horror film Smile 2, which is due to hit cinemas in October. “About to embark on a new world tour, global pop sensation Skye Riley (Naomi Scott) begins experiencing increasingly terrifying and inexplicable events,” says the synopsis. “Overwhelmed by the escalating horrors
When it comes to embracing beef, Taylor Swift is a master, because she resurrected her feud with Kim Kardashian during a London performance of the “Eras” tour. Taylor’s wind-up was thanking the crowd profusely for coming out in droves. She’s played the famed Wembley Stadium 8 times, and filled the 90-thousand-capacity venue to the gills.
On Saturday, Taylor Swift took the stage again in London’s Wembley Stadium for the second night of her Eras Tour at the massive arena. It was also the second night her boyfriend Travis Kelce put in an appearance after a month apart. Fans caught a glimpse of Kelce entering the venue wearing a white shirt
I think it’s fair to say Emily Blunt has mastered the American accent. The British actress even earned a 2024 Oscar nomination for convincingly playing the wife of J. Robert Oppenheimer, Kitty. But apparently Blunt has spent so much time in the United States that she’s apparently experienced a change in her accent. Well, at
Apple TV+ has released the trailer for Sunny, it’s upcoming dark comedy starring Rashida Jones. The series is scheduled to make its debut starting on July 10. “The series follows Suzie, an American woman living in Kyoto, Japan, whose life is upended when her husband and son disappear in a mysterious plane crash,” reads the logline. “As
“Per doctor’s orders,” country legend will miss first three gigs on his co-headlining traveling fest with Bob Dylan The Outlaw Music Festival kicked off Friday without one of its co-headliners as, hours before the tour launched, Willie Nelson revealed he would miss at least three shows with an unspecified illness. “We regret to inform you
Amazon Picks Its Best Books of the Year So Far Amazon released its list of the best books of the year so far, including their #1 pick of the year, James by Percival Everett. This is confirms for me that James is the Book of the Year (so far), and I think likely to be the book of the year
“It didn’t really start as a story about family dysfunction and such. In the beginning, I was wondering about family life and parenting in general and if the way we think about it would ever really change.” In an interview with Pamela Jahn of Electric Sheep Magazine, Yorgos Lanthimos muses on his initial thought process
Most men don’t own a vast number of accessories. Often it’s a case of the bare necessities: a watch (so we’re not late), a scarf (so we don’t freeze in winter), a tie (so we don’t look scruffy) and a bag (so we don’t overstuff our pockets). However, unless you’re a man who enjoys forcibly
After knocking it out of the park with Poor Things last year, director Yorgos Lanthimos and star Emma Stone are back at the box office with Kinds Of Kindness from Searchlight, which looks set to shake up a sluggish arthouse market with the best limited opening this year. The best PTA in 2024 so far
If you ask almost anybody these days if they have used online dating, you are likely to receive the same answer, which is either yes or they have at least dabbled. It has become the go-to method of finding love in a world that has become ever more connected but increasingly lonely, and it is
Billy Zane says emotional acting can be just as difficult as high-flying physical stunts … arguing both take a toll on the body — so, performers need to be paid fairly for each. The actor sat down for a recent conversation with Entertainment Weekly where he reflected on playing the title character in Lifetime’s “Devil
Country music is all about three chords and the truth, and sometimes the truth isn’t pretty. Some of your favorite country stars have lived the heartache they sing about in their songs through very volatile marriages, and some of them have even splashed across the headlines. Contentious marriages are the stuff of country legend at
Jonathan Majors was honored Friday night at the Impact Awards for his perseverance after he was convicted of domestic assault last year — and the actor delivered a moving acceptance speech. Play video content Majors hit the fourth annual “Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards 2024” in Bev Hills with his actress girlfriend, Meagan Good, and a
Last week, Jeff O’Neal rounded up the books being named the best of the year so far by tallying up all the titles on ten of the biggest lists out at the time of writing: The New York Times, Time, Harper’s Bazaar, The BBC, The New Yorker, Vogue, Vulture, Esquire, Goodreads, and Barnes & Noble.
Considering California’s ever-increasing reliance on cars, it wouldn’t be remiss to say that roads are as unsafe now as they’ve ever been. When talking about Yuba City specifically, the widespread development and multi-lane roads are ripe grounds for car accidents. During rush hour, wide roads may be congested, increasing the likelihood of rage-road incidents. Given
Doctor Who’s beautiful ending wasn’t anything like what I expected. Doctor Who Season 1 Episode 8 did what Doctor Who does best, but some fans are bound to be highly disappointed. Sutekh left a grim trail of death and destruction all over the universe, and the Doctor managed to set everything to rights, which should be
It’s finally here! GRAMMY® Award-winning hitmaker Meghan Trainor has released her sixth full-length album, Timeless. The 16-track record is pop perfection, complete with ballads, bops, and everything in between! Listen to Timeless HERE. On the new album, Meghan shares, “Timeless is finally yours and I still can’t believe it!! This album means so much to me! I got to work with
A24 has dropped the first trailer for The Front Room, a new religious horror movie led by Brandy Norwood and Kathryn Hunter. The film “tells the story of a young, newly pregnant couple who is forced to take in an ailing estranged stepmother,” per the official logline. The Front Room makes it’s way into cinemas on
It’s summer, the temps are climbing, and if you’re anything like me (Kristen) and Will, you’re looking for anything a little breezy, even when it comes to your horror. And boy, does 2022’s The Blackening feel like a breath of fresh air, which is why we’re lucky that a listener suggested we cover it on our podcast,
While we frequently turn to Amazon to shop for affordable alternatives to trendy dresses and jewelry, you might not know that the mega-retailer has a secret overstock outlet where you can save big on brand names. Gone are the days of trekking to the outlets to scope out sales. In this little-known site section, you
When I first had the opportunity to watch Dogtooth in 2010, I instantly recognized writer/director Yorgos Lanthimos as a filmmaker with fascinating sensibilities and style, and I committed to keeping an eye on his work in the years ahead… but I never had even the slightest inkling that he would find what can be called
Fire has been an immensely crucial aspect of history, with tools designed to control and manipulate it. A captivating area of interest lies in the evolution of smoke tools, which have held significance across societies. This blog post will guide you through time, exploring the history and importance of smoke tools in different eras. From
Hulu has shared a behind-the-scenes video from the set of Only Murders in the Building Season 4, which confirms that the new season has wrapped production. It’s set to debut August 27. The fourth installment will bring Martin Short’s Oliver, Steve Martin’s Charles and Selena Gomez‘s Mabel to Los Angeles. Email:neill@outloudculture.comSocials: @neillfrazer
The long-teased collaboration will appear on Malone’s upcoming country album, F-1 Trillion, out in August Post Malone and Blake Shelton have finally sidled up to the bar with the official release of their long-teased collaboration, “Pour Me a Drink.” The track is a classic country rocker, with Posty and Shelton trading verses about soothing life’s
Welcome to Today in Books, where we report on literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. A Leaked Document Gives Glimpse of Amazon’s Bookselling Might Everyone knows that Amazon sells a ton of books. Most people, especially ones reading this newsletter, might even have the sense that Amazon sells the most
Play video content Andy Cohen’s Daddy Diaries Podcast Andy Cohen‘s swooping in to defend Jennifer Lopez — this after Meghan McCain added fuel to the star’s online hate brigade by shading her big time. The Bravo star went on his ‘Daddy Diaries Podcast’ Friday to say he’s baffled by the mean social media backlash towards