RIP, Bud Cort. I had the pleasure of interviewing him in 2004, when he appeared in Wes Anderson’s “The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou.”
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I arrived at The Post during a personal and professional nadir. But they welcomed me into their merry band of misfits, and believed in me — so I started believing in myself, too.
My ode to what makes The Post so special. ❤️🩹❤️🩹❤️🩹 www.theatlantic.com/politics/202...
No struggling newspaper ever saved itself by becoming a worse and less essential product. But what's happening today at the @washingtonpost.com is not just the latest devastating contraction of the news industry; it's the gutting of an American institution vital for a healthy society
No watering required #christmasbooktree
Happy to share with you Kirkus’ Best Nonfiction Books of the Year: www.kirkusreviews.com/best-of/2025...
The beauty of Oakland
Some nonfiction books to counter the dread:
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Such a thrill to present Scott Anderson with the 2025 Kirkus Prize for Nonfiction last night in New York.
You can read about all the winners here.
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A midnight blue LaSalle, circa 1940
I’m biking on a beautiful afternoon, the trees alive with the setting sun, and I see an older man in saffron robes on the sidewalk, his gentle gait and head held low making me think, “This guy gets it.” Then, passing by him, I see his forefinger, just as gently, scrolling down the face of his phone.
So many of us are indebted to Malcolm Margolin, who did much to celebrate the culture and history of California. I’ll miss his passion, his wisdom and his wit — and his endearing Boston accent. May his memory be a blessing.
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Farewell to a master satirist. #tomlehrer
Kirkus Reviews nonfiction editor @johnmcmurtrie.bsky.social recommends "More Butch Heroes" in a Pride Month round-up of new standout LGBTQ+ titles:
These lines from Dawn Staley’s “Uncommon Favor” (Atria/Black Privilege Publishing, May 20):
“Every fiber of my soul screamed sports, sports, sports. Before long, my family nicknamed me ‘Dirt’ because it became clear I’d rather play ball than bathe.”
Wayne Thiebaud’s delicious “Nine Books,” 1991-92, at the Legion of Honor in San Francisco.
San Francisco beach artist (with rake)
Hanging out with my buds.
Randomly met this beauty today: a 1968 Citroën DS.
Oakland
The Women of the Black Panther Party Mural, Oakland
Beautiful day in the neighborhood
"A creative resurrection of people around the world who broke gender norms." — Kirkus Reviews
Ria Brodell's ingenious project celebrating queer lives continues in "More Butch Heroes," coming this April:
I found a redwood branch that fell during a storm. I brought it home, where it now shines.
And the best book title of the year (so far) goes to…
I so enjoyed speaking with Pico Iyer about his outstanding new book, “Aflame: Learning From Silence.” @Riverheadbooks.bsky.social is publishing it today.
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The richness of redwoods at sunset.
Rest in peace, Jimmy Carter. I had the honor of interviewing him twice. He was lighthearted and laughed easily and was as warm as anyone I’ve ever met. In 2015, he played along with me for this photo I took of him.
Raising Hare, by Chloe Dalton, is an extraordinary book. Here’s the Kirkus review. www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...
