How Long Gone 773. - Sophie Kemp
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Mar 28, 2025 Sophie Kemp, a New York writer and author of the debut novel Paradise Logic, shares her unique perspective on life and creativity. She humorously discusses everything from cultural views on sunscreen to finding thrift store treasures. Sophie reveals her experiences reviewing albums for Pitchfork and reflects on the quirks of Brooklyn co-ops. The lively conversation touches on personal anecdotes about smoking, stand-up comedy versus poetry slams, and even a scoop on Michelle Obama. It's a delightful mix of wit, nostalgia, and urban insight!
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Sunburn Story
- Chris once got severely sunburned in Jamaica after neglecting sunscreen.
- He had to lower himself into a cold bath and learned his lesson about sun protection.
Gradon Carter Book Party
- Chris attended Graydon Carter's book party and felt starstruck by the wealthy attendees.
- He also noted the unusual policy of everyone wearing name tags, hosted by Michael Bloomberg.
Spikeball and Southern Cuss Words
- Jason observed Southern men playing spikeball who avoided saying "bullshit" but freely used "retard".
- This led to a discussion about Southern cuss word norms and how they differ from other regions.