My six year old got this “gift” at airport security after chatting up the agent at the Kolkata airport… …ummm…shukriya?

So, this is obviously very racist. I’m also fascinated by syntax of “inner streets” and “his own Black mother.” Becuase there’s a lot going on there…

New, from the Economist (and quoting me): Refugees welcome, t’s and c’s apply. www.economist.com/united-state...

When you’re trying to take a mirror selfie, but then your kid starts trolling you…

Same, girl. Same.

Can’t believe that Andy Kim is in two of the most haunting pictures of the last few years.

My new book is “95% done.” The remaining 5% is just the writing

I, for one, absolutely love the opportunity to be assisted by a digital interface to fill a prescription/book a flight/make an appointment. I’m definitely not screaming “I WANT TO SPEAK TO AN OPERATOR” within 39 seconds.

My interview with @micahloewinger.bsky.social for @onthemedia.bsky.social is now in your podcast feed! The Afrikaner refugee program, in a bit more historical depth about the ties between white activists in the US and South Africa. Take a listen here: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/o...

My interview with @micahloewinger.bsky.social for @onthemedia.bsky.social is now in your podcast feed! The Afrikaner refugee program, in a bit more historical depth about the ties between white activists in the US and South Africa. Take a listen here: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/o...

Staying on brand, part 2: Bothered a local upholsterer for a photo of his setup. This lovely Singer treadle sewing machine is still in daily use after 100 years. Would that we could say the same of ourselves!

Staying on brand, just in another land

The fortune I got out from my son’s makeshift fortune-telling machine this morning. I wish this for all of us.

not to be a traitor to the country or whatever, but... ...I don't think I like having Americans on Taskmaster.

I need FIFA to understand that there are non-Shakira people in the world that sing. And like...they do a good job.

The wildflowers at my house are blooming, and they look just like the party 🎉 emojis.

Update: the pin tucks got washed and I’m guessing I’m supposed to iron them, but I think the look *scrumptious* all crinkly…

The meeting I had been so nervous to chair this morning went really well, and much faster than anticipated, and with a mutually agreed-upon outcome. What just happened??

Sewing seven zillion pin tucks. Because I do not value my sanity, apparently.

All I need is an unlimited budget, access to great fabric, and complete free time… …and I could make the most amazing wardrobe.

I love the drama of this Canvas-o-pacolypse. Today, Oxford Press sends us all an email saying that Canvas paid the ransom. But like, stay vigilant. Please, tell me what *any* of this has to do with me, for real.

Here's the real question: are you ready for Henry Kissinger at a braai (South African Cookout) in 1982?

I was recently accused of being "needlessly rude" in the conduct of my professional duties. I strongly object. Any time I was rude, it was eminently necessary.

Walking around… …quietly singing.. “it’s my first time in ~San Juan~, mi hijo! Capital of…*Puerto Rico!*”

You’re just not going to sell me on a technology by arguing “it eliminates the need for research/reading!” …my dear, sweet interlocutor… …why do you think I got into this line of work??

There = Chicago, and… …SAME

It’s long but it’s entertaining I promise.

Tennessee Congressional districts, over time. And then the map that got passed in the legislature today. Thanks, SCOTUS. Thanks Tennessee Legislature.

My new favorite hobby is wearing obnoxiously bright colors while visiting Ivy League institutions, since literally everyone here seems allergic to color.

There's truly nothing quite so provincial as the Ivy Leagues.

Your daily reminder that even though chugging a whole iced coffee often *sounds* like a good idea... ...it almost never *is* a good idea.

You want me to “gas up” my friends? In this economy???

Just received an email informing me that my employer would be "rolling out an exciting new sign-in experience" soon. Seems ominous.

My kindergartener informed me today that “some of (his) friends take *fun* vacations. They go to Florida. And California.” Reader: this child is going to India and South Africa this summer.

To the person who yelled “oh come ON” when the fire alarm went off just now: I see you. I hear you. I am with you.

Back at it with the nonsense… Only 82 pieces left to sew together…

I am cracking up at the idea that the Florence images include “Welcome to Brandon” (which is about 20 mins away). Poor Florence. Always the bridesmaid…

Some people say we don’t build beautiful things anymore and, like, lol. Motherfuckers, we built this:

But, this time, it’s the right flag. So, like…say thank you, your majesty.

[[[Nationalism Scholarship Intensifies]]] www.bbc.com/news/article...

What can I say? I enjoy the finer things in life.

I’d love to meet the genius that decided that 2 straight weeks of testing for 8 year olds was an appropriate way to gauge schools, teachers, and students. And have this be the major metric by which they pass or fail their grade? It’s literally the worst idea.

Do you all know anything about the CFR Education Ambassador Program?

a real downside of Colbert going off the air is that he is my absolute dream interview for my academic-popular press cross over hit book.** **This book does not exist. It is not written, or even conceptualized.

I think a fair question would be: If it is not reasonable for the president to attend an event anywhere except mythical DEFCON Ballroom, why attend so many events at the club in Florida?

An actually good Mexican restaurant in either Johannesburg or New Delhi.

The thing about Tucker Carlson saying “none of it was intentional” is that it’s a bit like the tooth fairy saying that she didn’t mean to have so many incisors. It’s kind of her whole and entire job.

Adding to my sticker collection.

My $0.02: I don’t think it was a false flag. But immediately pivoting to talking about the need for the ballroom makes it feel like a con.

I made my children a non-preferred dinner. Afterword, they made me this out of fuse beads.