rough draft
The Writer and Cultural Critic Zeba Blay is Putting Her Shadows on the Page
October 19, 2021
The writer and cultural critic discusses her new essay collection, “Carefree Black Girls,” chain smoking, and why she loves a good Voice Memo.
In Conversation
On Sex Education Aimee Lou Wood Is More Than Just a Best Friend
October 18, 2021
The British actor speaks to Alex Sharp about unlocking her character on the hit Netflix show.
bodies
Colm Tóibín Knows What Moves the Heart
October 18, 2021
The Irish author talks to his friend, the American artist Kiki Smith, about their creative impulses and how art gets made when you leave the ego out.
in conversation
Lourdes Leon Is Trying Not to Get Too Caught Up
October 14, 2021
After years of ducking the spotlight, Madonna’s oldest daughter tells her family friend Debi Mazar that she’s finally figuring out who she wants to be.
LET'S PARTY!
What You Missed in New York City This September (According to Linux)
October 13, 2021
In this edition of Linux ‘s monthly nightlife diary, the New York it-girl takes us to our own party.
Thirstory
The Real Witches of Hollywood
October 8, 2021
To ring in the season, we’re taking to our archives for a little bit of Halloween hocus pocus and on-screen sorcery.
talk hole
Talk Hole: Kidney Girl Autumn
October 8, 2021
“I assumed Fran would have something grumpy to say about karaoke, and I was right.”
life lessons
Life Lessons from Kate Moss
October 8, 2021
“You’ve got to stay ahead of the game, actually, to be able to stay in it.”
IN CONVERSATION
Olivia Thirlby Tells iO Tillet Wright About Making TV for a Damaged World
October 7, 2021
The star of FX on Hulu’s “Y: The Last Man” speaks to her friend about the unifying power of TV in trying times.
required reading
Jonathan Franzen Is Battle-Ready for the End of the World
October 7, 2021
To mark his latest novel “Crossroads,” the author talks to his friend, the writer Theresa Rebeck, about the meaning and madness of literature in an all but hopeless world.
in conversation
Nick Robinson and Chloë Grace Moretz Discuss the Weight of Getting Heavy
October 6, 2021
The former child actor and star of the Netflix drama “Maid” talks to his friend about the emotional toll of taking on more complex roles.
rough draft
The Vigorous Vulnerability of Robert Jones, Jr.’s Debut Novel The Prophets
October 5, 2021
“I believed that if I wrote about this, I could give voice to the Black queer and trans people who have been erased, overlooked, or ignored.”
The Vault
From The Vault: Jake Gyllenhaal by Susan Sarandon
October 4, 2021
Revisit the actor’s conversation with Susan Sarandon from August 2002, in which the pair have a chat in the women’s bathroom of a New York restaurant.
in conversation
Ty Segall Wants to Give Aidy Bryant Surf Lessons
October 1, 2021
“Don’t they always say that 34 is the perfect age to take to the seas?”
afters, afters, afters
Take a Peek Inside Jeremy O. Harris’ Unmissable Tony Awards After Party
September 30, 2021
This weekend, our September guest editor in chief hosted a Tony Awards after-party for the ages.
life lessons
Life Lessons from Gwyneth Paltrow
September 29, 2021
Sit back and light up your Goop candle—you just might learn a thing or two.
LESSON
The Anatomy of a Nude with Maddie Dragsbaek
September 29, 2021
Lights, camera, action shot.
rough draft
Inside Phoebe Robinson’s ASMR- And Diet Coke-Fueled Writing Process
September 28, 2021
“Please, for the love of Michelle Obama’s arms, have a unique way of presenting your ideas.”
lesson
The Artist Kicki Yang Zhang on How to Paint Eye-Popping Face-Scapes
September 24, 2021
The artist breaks down her process for creating otherworldly facial paintings.
life lessons
Life Lessons from Sophia Loren
September 23, 2021
“It’s a pleasure to work if you’re doing something that appeals to you.”