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10/5/21
WHAT YOU MISSED ON WEDNESDAYZINE.COM
article by Kristin Merrilees- Can Playboy be Empowering [Now]?
article by Jess Umanoff- There is Only One Way to View Sex Work: Intersectionally
our list of everything we loved, and can't stop thinking about this week!
Emily Mariko has taken TikTok by storm, gaining over 2.5 million followers in the past two weeks. Her organized lifestyle and legendary salmon and rice bowl recipe has catapulted her into TikTok stardom. She also has a YouTube channel if you end up falling in love with her.
TV: Sex Education
Season 3 of Sex Education was released on Netflix, and if you are in the mood to laugh while you are––and to revisit your more traumatic High School glory years––drop everything you are doing and go binge it.
Podcast: We Met at Acme
All you need to know about this podcast is exactly how Lindsey Metselaar, the founder, describes it: "We Met at Acme delves into sex, relationships, and vulnerability, with some hilarious anecdotes along the way."
WEEKLY WELLNESS WITH STELLA
Food + Feelings with Sophia Roe by Jessica Schiffer
The Case for Letting Things Fall Through the Cracks by Clay Skipper
Spiraling Thoughts Keeping You Up at Night? Try This Breathwork Exercise for Sleep by Kayla Hui
WEDNESDAY’S PLAYLIST OF THE WEEK
our playlist to help you channel the angsty-ist of October vibes <3
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10/20/21
WHAT YOU MISSED ON WEDNESDAYZINE.COM
article by Una McStay- A Sullen Girl 25 Years On: Fiona Apple's Tidal Anniversary
article by Kristin Merrilees- What is Basic Anyway?
article by Emily Blake- The Art World: A Gendered Institution
our list of everything we loved, and can't stop thinking about this week!
TV: Squid Game
Netflix's newest Korean Drama, Squid Game, has taken the internet by storm. The show revolves around a competition of simple child-like games with a dire penalty if you lose. The show's soundtrack has made its way onto TikTok, becoming a trend that thousands of users are participating in.
TV pt.2: YOU
Season 3 of You has premiered on Netflix, and if you were as infatuated with the twisted mind of Joe Goldberg as I was in Seasons 1 and 2, just wait until you watch Season 3. Love and Joe have settled down in suburbia with their new baby claiming to have changed their ways...but will anything actually change?
Music: Mac Miller "Faces" Re-release
3 years after the death of Mac Miller, his 2014 mixtape "Faces" has been re-released on streaming platforms.
WEEKLY WELLNESS WITH STELLA
article by Stella Brown- Daydream & Reality in Emotional Wellbeing
WEDNESDAY’S PLAYLIST OF THE WEEK
EVERY EARLY 2000S COMING OF AGE MOVIE
our playlist to help you channel your inner early 2000s high schooler <3
11/3/21
WHAT YOU MISSED ON WEDNESDAYZINE.COM
article by Emily Blake- Why Does Everyone Want to Delete Their Social Media?
Books to Read, chosen by the editors of the Wednesday Zine
article by Kristin Merrilees- Microtrends and the Revival of Fast Fashion
our list of everything we loved, and can't stop thinking about this week!
Halloween: Harry Styles edition
One of our favorite looks from Halloweekend 2021 was when Harry Styles dressed up as Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz. He debuted this look during "Harryween," the Halloween show on his tour. Nobody rocks a ruby slipper quite like Mr. Styles.
Film: Dune
Dune––with a powerful soundtrack from Hans Zimmer––came out in theaters and aired on HBO Max last week. If you are in a mood to see Zendaya and Timothée Chalamet on the big screen, this is the film for you.
Music: Adele, "Easy on Me"
In mid-October, Adele released her first single in 5 years, "Easy on Me." It was everything I hoped for and more. (It was the soundtrack to a few tears shed on my bed, wrapped up in a blanket.) If this was a glimpse into her November album, 30, we all should start preparing for a lot more than a few tears shed.
WEEKLY WELLNESS WITH STELLA
article by Stella Brown- Q&A With Kate Glavan
WEDNESDAY’S PLAYLIST OF THE WEEK
FUCK BEING GOOD, I'M A BAD BITCH: TUNES TO LOVE YOURSELF
if you need a reminder that you are the baddest bitch, click below and sing your heart out <3
11/16/21
WHAT YOU MISSED ON WEDNESDAYZINE.COM
interview by Una McStay, edited and organized by Emily Blake- Q&A: Trophy Wife
interview by Emily Blake- An Hour with Lithium Magazine Editor-in-Chief Olivia Ferrucci
our list of everything we loved, and can't stop thinking about this week!
Music: RED (Taylor's Version)
Taylor Swift released RED (Taylor's Version), which is a re-recording of her 2012 album of the same name. This version includes 10 "new" songs (From the Vault). If you want to relive 2012 almost a decade later, I suggest you immediately take a listen! Also, if you haven't watched it yet–– and want to sit in silence for an hour afterwards––go watch All Too Well: The Short Film. Taylor's video accompaniment to "All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor's Version)" stars Sadie Sink (Stranger Things) and Dylan O'Brien (The Maze Runner, Teen Wolf). Content Warning: male manipulator gaslights naive girl for 14 minutes and 56 seconds.
TV: The Sex Lives of College Girls
Mindy Kaling's newest HBO Max comedy-drama airs on Thursday, November 18th. The show stars Pauline Chalamet, the lesser known older sister of Timothée Chalamet. As a long time fan of Mindy Kaling and anything (or anyone) the Chalamet family produces, I will definitely be watching!
Film: Spencer
On November 5th, Spencer was released in theaters. The film is a biographical drama about the life of Diana Spencer, better known as Princess Diana. Kristen Stewart plays the titular character; her performance is currently being met with mixed reviews; the Rotten Tomatoes score is currently an 84%. As a diehard Twilight fan AND a worshiper of Princess Diana, I will be buying a ticket to see it in theaters as soon as possible.
WEEKLY WELLNESS WITH STELLA
article by Stella Brown- Stella Reflects
WEDNESDAY’S PLAYLIST OF THE WEEK
honestly, this one is just a bunch of really good songs to push you through the next week and a bit before Thanksgiving. You got this...if nothing else, at least we believe in you <3
12/1/21
WHAT YOU MISSED ON WEDNESDAYZINE.COM
interview by Hattie Rogovin- Interview with Sarah Kinsley
article by Sam Ellefson- Clover and Reflections of the Final Girl in Black Christmas
article by Caroline Caldwell- Where is Title IX?
our list of everything we loved, and can't stop thinking about this week!
TV: Succession
Season 3 of Succession has been taking HBO Max by storm. If you're in the mood to watch a bunch of middle aged billionaire siblings fight, you might want to start from the beginning and get lost in their world.
TV: Selling Sunset
Season 4 of Selling Sunset is back and better than ever. The reality TV show highlighting the tumultuous and competitive world of LA real estate gives viewers insight into this niche world. I finished the whole season in a day and I would advise my closest of friends to do the same.
Film: Tick, Tick...Boom!
On November 12th, Tick, Tick...Boom! premiered on Netflix, starring Andrew Garfield. Garfield plays Jonathan Larson, the lyrical genius behind Rent. The movie also pays tribute to Stephen Sondheim, who passed away on November 26th. The soundtrack is fantastic and Garfield's performance is something to remember.
WEEKLY WELLNESS WITH STELLA
article by Stella Brown- Redefining Personal Wellness
WEDNESDAY’S PLAYLIST OF THE WEEK
if you want to feel like you are driving down the PCH (a beach based highway, for those of you who didn't have the displeasure of growing up in LA) at 100 MPH with the top of your hypothetical convertible down, put this playlist on shuffle and vibe <3
12/15/21
WHAT YOU MISSED ON WEDNESDAYZINE.COM
article by Kristin Merrilees- The Victoria's Secret Era is Over, What's Next?
article by Emily Blake- The Disheartening Parallels Between the 1970s Era and the 2021 Equality Act
article by Emily Blake- Art or Obscene?
our list of everything we loved, and can't stop thinking about this week!
TV: And Just Like That...
On December 9th, the pilot of the Sex and the City reboot, And Just Like That... premiered on HBO Max. The show stars three of the four original cast members, Sarah Jessica Parker (Carrie), Cynthia Nixon (Miranda), and Kristin Davis (Charlotte). I would love nothing more than to give rave reviews for the show, as a diehard fan of the original Sex and the City, but I would never lie to you like that. The writing falls flat, and I don't think anybody really needed another show about upper class middle aged white women living in New York City. In the late 90s and early 2000s, a show circulating around the sex and love lives of 4 (usually) single women was novel and exciting––never been done before. Over 20 years later however, this is no longer an exciting concept, and seeing the same characters settled down, all married with kids with the exception of Carrie, was disappointing at best.
Film: The Hating Game
On December 10th, The Hating Game, starring Lucy Hale (Pretty Little Liars) and Austin Stowell, premiered in theaters. The film plays into the classic office co-workers who hate each other and end up falling in love trope. It may be overplayed, but I never said it would get old. If you are looking for a cheesy feel good movie to remind you that you're single this holiday season, go buy a ticket for one and treat yourself.
WEEKLY WELLNESS WITH STELLA
article by Stella Brown- Stella's Picks: 8/2/20
WEDNESDAY’S PLAYLIST OF THE WEEK
"For all your contemporary and modern disco needs" <3 sending disco vibes into this holiday season
12/29/21
WHAT YOU MISSED ON WEDNESDAYZINE.COM
article by Hattie Rogovin- And...Just Like That?
TWO TRIBUTES TO JOAN DIDION:
article by Emily Blake- Joan Didion Made Me a Keeper of Private Notebooks
article by Stella Brown- 2020 Reflection: Joan Didion
article by Emily Blake- Utopian Visions & Liberation: Thinking About Born in Flames (1983)
AND click here for Lizzie Borden's glowing review of the article!
article by Riley Zook- Heat Inequality in Phoenix
our list of everything we loved, and can't stop thinking about this week!
TV: Emily in Paris
Emily in Paris is back and...worse than ever? The heavily critiqued Netflix show starring Lily Collins dropped its second season on December 22nd. Already, the internet is blowing up with problematic moments from the show, calling the writers out for their content promoting eating disorders...ironic considering Lily Collins' personal struggles with an ED as well as her performance in To the Bone. Ultimately, I can't say I'm surprised that the show hasn't been well received, as I didn't watch season 1 for any other reason than pure boredom, which I guess is what I will do with season 2.
Film: Spider-Man: No Way Home
On December 17th, Spider-Man: No Way Home was released in theaters, starring Tom Holland and Zendaya, as well as the two other iconic spidermen: Toby McGuire and Andrew Garfield. If you're like me and happen to have a crush on all four of these people, I guess that's already reason enough to go see it, but if you need another, the film received a 94% on Rotten Tomatoes.
WEDNESDAY’S PLAYLIST OF THE WEEK
Work Hard, Play Hard: Capricorn Power Hour
Happy Capricorn season! If you were born between December 22 - January 19––or have someone in your life who was––this playlist is for you (or them). Regardless, use this playlist to channel your inner Capricorn girlboss, and Happy New Year! See you all in 2022 <3
1/12/22
WHAT YOU MISSED ON WEDNESDAYZINE.COM
article by Emily Blake- From Redistribution to Recognition to Application?
our list of everything we loved, and can't stop thinking about this week!
TV: Euphoria
Finally, after a grueling two and a half years of content starvation, HBO's Euphoria is back for season 2. The critically acclaimed show stars Zendaya, Hunter Schafer, Sydney Sweeney, Alexa Demie, Jacob Elordi, Barbie Ferrara, Maude Apatow, Angus Cloud, anybody else who is hot who you can think of, and this season, Dominic Fike. From the opening scene, I could tell this season was going to be nothing short of the entertaining masterpiece that the first season was. The soundtrack is also already off to an excellent start; I cannot wait to see what season 2 brings––I have a feeling its going to be EVERYTHING.
TV: Cheer
On January 12th, the second season of Netflix's Cheer premiered. Like Euphoria, it has been 2 years since the first season was released, documenting the Navarro college cheer team and their fight to remain on top. Season 2 has already been critiqued for showing an even rougher side to the sport, from injuries to grueling coaching techniques. Additionally, one of the main personalities of season 1, Jerry Harris, faced sexual abuse allegations following the release of the first season; season 2 dedicates an entire episode to the timeline and follow up of this incident, but it definitely detracted from the support I felt for the Navarro team in 2020. Regardless, Cheer is entertaining and is worth a watch!
WEDNESDAY’S PLAYLIST OF THE WEEK
And Capricorn season continues! If you were born between December 22 - January 19––or have someone in your life who was––this playlist is for you (or them). Regardless, use this playlist to channel your inner Capricorn girlboss before the Aquarians take over...