TV, Music and Movie Writing
Editor and writer who can do it all, with focus on entertainment, lifestyle, and wellness. I bring extensive story packaging and top editing expertise to the table, and a continued passion for researching, reporting, and synthesizing big ideas to create work *that people want to share.* My writing has appeared in SELF, O, the Oprah Magazine, Town & Country, Good Housekeeping, The Hairpin, and BUST, among many other places. Always accepting recommendations for great TV and page-turner mysteries.
TV, Music and Movie Writing
The Handmaid's Tale actress shares her own story.
If you're pining for the best romantic movies on Netflix, you've come to the right place.
Taking care of "Momma," who has Alzheimer's and M.S., changed the actor's life.
During a visit to the Scotland set, the actor tells us what's in store for the Fraser clan.
Patton Oswalt and director Liz Garbus on the writer's legacy.
Here's why some deem the project, and its creator, problematic.
Netflix's series is based on a heartbreaking true story.
An interview in advance of the cult show's revival.
Relationships, Sex, and Wellness
It's about getting VERY familiar with your feelings.
Connecting is good for your health and your spirit.
Experts weigh in on whether it's science or a placebo effect.
And what to know if *you're* dating a single mom.
Prince Harry tries the treatment in Apple's 'The Me You Can't See.'
What it's like when your husband's girlfriend has a boyfriend.
Essays and Opinion
Without a Grandma or Grandpa of his own, my son has started looking for grandparents everywhere.
An anchor essay for SELF's "Keep It Hot" package, a collection of content celebrating love and lust.
The anchor essay to a package I co-produced about "dating" your partner.
On memory, grief, and the sometimes-surprising objects we hold onto when a loved one dies.
I'm not alone, and tocophobia is much more than just a fear.
In the immortal words of Valentina from RuPaul's Drag Race season 9: I'd like to keep it on, please.
Features and Profiles
No, it's not just you.
Be the Bridge is bringing dialogue, racial reconciliation, and connection to communities that are ready to work through painful truths.
As the minutiae of daily life ceased, the birds were wild, beautiful, and free.
For those caring for medically-vulnerable loved ones at home, the pandemic added another challenge to an already demanding situation.
The LEGO Masters judge explains how she got her incredible job.
Maria Espinosa followed her passion, and it took her to the Amazon and back.
A psychologist weighs in.
One of the first things you see upon entering Paisley Park, Prince 's infamous studio complex and residence, is his urn. As you might expect, it's not just any urn: The pop star's remains are literally housed in a glass and ceramic scale replica of Paisley Park itself.
Politics and Identity
319 people have been killed by police in 2021 as of April.
The idea of a color blind society, while well intentioned, leaves people without the language to discuss race and examine their own bias.
Ultimately, it's about how you identify—mostly.
Ask, "what does Two Spirit mean?" and you'll find many answers.
Content Marketing
For Pride Month, Lynn Discenza shares her transition journey.