How ‘woke’ went from an expression in Black culture to a conservative criticism
The expression “stay woke” started out as an affirmation for African Americans. In the last decade it has been used by some Republicans — and…
Essay: ‘Love Island USA’ crowned its first Latino couple. Here’s why that matters
We won! Or, at least those of us who were rooting for Amaya Espinal and Bryan Arenales to take home the prize on Season 7…
When Lester Sloan photographed David Hockney during the L.A. Olympics
David Hockney and his mother. (photograph by Lester Sloan) I ask my students: What would an essay be like if it were structured like a…
10 promising books to add to your reading list in February
February arrives after a tough January for Los Angeles and its environs; if you haven’t been reading much, it’s understandable. Perhaps a few of the…
10 promising books to add to your reading list in January
Critic Bethanne Patrick recommends 10 promising titles — fiction and nonfiction — to consider for your January reading list.Each of us approaches a new year…
Ethan Slater’s ex breaks silence on divorce, Ariana Grande
Psychologist Lilly Jay is taking ownership of “the sudden public downfall” of her marriage to actor Ethan Slater, a year after their divorce and his…