READING FOR WHEN TIME IS TIGHT.
NO ADS, POP-UPS OR DISTRACTIONS.STORIES. ART. WIT. LEISURE.
ISSUE 77, JUNE 12, 2026.SPONSORED BY
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THIS MONTH'S GOOD CAUSE
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WHY SO SERIOUS?
JASON ROGERS · KENNESAW, GA.
From silent-era antics to modern misadventures, a self-professed scary-movie addict reveals the comedies that never fail to crack him up.
FEATURED WRITERS
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COOL HAND FRANK
What is your favorite scent? -
ALYSE ANDREE
“Pizza. I live in New York City — what do you expect?” -
MANI ISLER
“The scent of ozone right after a spring thunderstorm.” -
JASON ROGERS
“I like the smell of October, specifically that cool, crisp scent first thing on a Saturday morning, with a faint whiff of someone burning leaves in the distance.” -
EMILY SLEPSKY
“Santal!”
FEATURED WRITER SELECTIONS
Discover curated stories from featured writers defining modern culture, style, and creativity. Read original pieces that highlight today’s most distinctive voices and perspectives in contemporary storytelling.
WANNA BET?
Artwork: “Angles in Motion” by Marilyn Binder Silverman.
This accompanying artwork is the original, protected, and sole property of artist Marilyn Binder Silverman and held under copyright. Marilyn Binder Silverman’s images, artwork, and content on this website and her website may not be copied, collected, or used for personal or professional gain without written authorization from her.
Years later, I visited Las Vegas on my 21st birthday and stood by a craps table. I had no clear understanding of what was happening, but the action on the Pass Line drew my attention. Eventually I got the nerve to drop five dollars of my hard-earned money on the felt below. What happened? Within a few seconds I doubled my money.
“WE WERE TOGETHER”
Artwork: “four flowers” by Kirk Stansbury.
The blue, sun-bleached welcome sign off Highway 1 claimed we had 6,174 people. I haven't seen more than eight in the last three years.
WHEN LOVING THE SEASON BECOMES A LITTLE UNHINGED
Photo: "Efflorescence" by Obscure Nonspecifics.
Fall is officially here, and if you’re anything like me, you’ve probably been counting down to this moment since July.
IT’S A VINYL WORLD, AND I LIVE IN IT
Above artwork: "GOSPEL LIGHT" by Kirk Stansbury.
Four years later, and hundreds of vinyl record purchases later, I sometimes question the sanity of that decision.
ARTIST GALLERY PREVIEW
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MARILYN BINDER SILVERMAN
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RAY BRILLI FINE ART
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ELIKYA ART
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MR. HOOPER ART
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JILLERY.
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J. KING ARTWORKS
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RICH LO
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LYNNE MCDONALD
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CHRISTINA MOSER
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OBSCURE NONSPECIFICS
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SCOTT PADGETT FINE ART
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KELLY SAUNDERS ART
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KIRK STANSBURY
WATCH THIS
ASK ME ANYTHING (I MIGHT LIE)
What do you think the word “dinch” should really mean?
MITA, LONG ISLAND, N.Y.
Mita,
Like brunch, but a meal in lieu of lunch and dinner. Obviously.
COOL HAND FRANK
ON THE SCREEN
ON THE STEREO
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I BUILT YOU A TOWER
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PHILADELPHIA'S BEEN GOOD TO ME
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![WILLIE NELSON, "DREAM CHASER"]()
DREAM CHASER
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THE BOYS OF DUNGEON LANE
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LIVE FROM ASBURY PARK 2024
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MIDDLE OF NOWHERE
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PEACHES!
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ONE OF THESE NIGHTS (DELUXE EDITION)
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YOUR FAVORITE TOY
