Arts & Culture

Mark of the (Mr.) Beast

Veronica Phillips / Truthdig Oct 17, 2025 New adaptations of prophetic Stephen King stories highlight the long, perverse tradition of “endurance” media, where suffering is the spectacle. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Business & Economy

How the Dairy Industry Buttered Up Influencers on Social Media

H. Claire Brown / Grist May 10, 2024 A vast constellation of celebrities, from Kelly Ripa to the McDonald’s mascot Grimace, have helped push dairy sales. Dig deeper ( 9 Min. Read )