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Mickey Rapkin

Mickey Rapkin is a journalist and screenwriter whose first book, Pitch Perfect, inspired the film series. Previously a senior editor at GQ, he has written for The New York Times, WSJ, and National Geographic. He lives in Los Angeles.
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The Bed of Your Dreams

Inside Hästens, the family-run factory in Sweden, where they make $80,000 mattresses loved by Drake, Beyoncé, and Vladimir Putin. But even in our sleep-obsessed world, is this kind of investment worth it?

Apr 30, 2024
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Zack Snyder's Deepest Cuts

The moviemaker has had to deal with family tragedy, professional setbacks, red-pill bro fans, and all those memes. Now he’s back with Rebel Moon—Part One: A Child of Fire on Netflix.

Dec 4, 2023
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Carl Nassib Is Done Hiding

In a rare interview, the first openly gay player in the NFL talks about fighting for his job, coming out, and smashing stereotypes.

Oct 10, 2022
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How Chris Pratt Became the People's Chris

Blockbuster movie star. Beloved coworker. Stand-up dad and all-around good hang. So why is Chris Pratt the subject of so many Twitter pile-ons? He has some theories.

Jun 28, 2022
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