Pop
Above, W David Marx on pop. Also, Jonquilyn Hill on predicting a recession. And, Dave Denison on bowling.
Sincerity
Above, Edward Zitron on human-centered media. Also, Tony Gilroy & Ross Douthat on the politics of Andor. And, Michelle Millar Fisher on craft schools.
Art
Above, Tara Isabella Burton on transgression. Also, Yancey Strickler on the artist corporation. And, Joshua Rothman on reading.
Culture
Above, Dan Zimmer on political realignment. Also, Sarah Newman on nonhuman culture. And, Lauren Weber on earbuds everywhere.
City
Above, Chris Arnade on walking cities. Also, Sanjay Srivastava on men in cities. And, Angela Serratore on the American porch.