Jacob Weisberg's Blog, page 118

The Creator of Scream Has a New Netflix Hit. It’s Salty, Soapy, and Fully Adult.

The Waterfront follows a locally powerful family that has fallen on hard times.

A Supposed New Summer Trend Reveals Just How Weird Elite Parenting Has Become

“Giving your kids everything” has become “Taking some things away”—for the summer, at least.

Help! My New Neighbor Thinks She’s Got the Dirt on Me. But She Has No Idea.

This nosey woman is really trying to stir things up.

Slate Money Has Been Replaced By Chatbots

Can a computer replicate our searing takes?

Slate Mini Crossword for June 21, 2025

Take a quick break with our daily 5x5 grid.

Why Are Ted Cruz and Tucker Carlson Fighting? Buckle Up.

Bad for the world, but at least a little bit funny.

The World Waits With Bated Breath to See Which Donald Trump Will Be in Charge Next Week

It's anyone's guess!

Why Is Elena Kagan Suddenly Siding With the Conservatives?

The liberals suddenly seem divided. What’s going on?

Uh, What’s Going On With Justin Bieber?

The pop star has had a troubling few months in the public eye, and fans are concerned.

Music’s Greatest Sister Act Is Finally Back. On Their New Album, They Break Up With a Key Collaborator.

I Quit finds the band divorcing their longtime producer—and holding on to the old magic.