I was raised in a world where wanting — wanting to be seen, touched and desired — was suspicious. I layered Lovely by Sarah Jessica Parker, Egyptian Musk by Nemat and Hypnotic Poison by Christian Dior — and realized something much bigger than fragrance. If you were a woman, you were “too much.”If you were …
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Our 2025 reading had a pretty wild and wonderful range—crime, grief, empathy, power, masculinity, obsession, magic, and meaning. The men all showed up with curiosity and generosity, and I’m really grateful for that. Our 2025 Reading List How We Keep Reading Interesting If your “to-be-read” pile could use a little direction (and a lot of …
The holidays can bring joy and grief at the same time—and for many of us, especially queer folks, family gatherings can stir up old wounds, complicated emotions, and a deep need for self-trust. [00:00–01:29] When the Holidays Feel Loud [01:29–02:29] You’re Allowed to Be Where You Are [02:29–04:39] What We Owe Each Other: The Pebs …
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From cozy flannel to… nothing at all 😉 The nights are getting colder, the skies are darker, and I’m sketching a little night scene while asking the real question: what’s your bedtime style? Do you bundle up in flannel PJs, rock the classic t-shirt, or keep it minimal (or… nothing 😏)? Drop your answer in …
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Unveiling the Whiskered Whistleblower: A Modern Feline Fable. What if your cat could spill all your secrets? Dive into “The Cat Who Knew Too Much,” a captivating modern retelling of Saki’s classic “Tobermorey.” Narrated by the talented Paul Cram, this whimsical tale unravels the chaos that ensues when a high-society feline learns to speak English. …
A quiet story about unsafe shoes, unspoken boundaries, and unlearning the version of yourself built to keep everyone else comfortable. On a film set in rural South Dakota, I was handed a pair of thin canvas sneakers—while every other actor got thick leather boots to protect them from rattlesnakes. I didn’t complain. Not even after …
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You know what’s hotter than the sun this summer? Owning your Resting Beach Face. Let them wonder if you’re annoyed—while you sit peacefully, unbothered, and maybe just a little smug. 😉 This episode is a mini reminder that you’re allowed to rest, recharge, and not perform for anyone. https://paulcramactor.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Timeline-Cleaners_-Resting-Beach-Face.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Ever wonder who you are when no one’s watching? Or, maybe more disturbingly—who’s watching when you think you’re alone? That’s the unsettling premise of The Voyeur’s Motel by Gay Talese, a book that turned out to be an absolute page-turner for our book club. It’s the true(ish?) story of a man who turned his roadside motel into a …
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If you love campy horror, questionable decision-making, and an obnoxious amount of smoke-machine fog, let me introduce you to a little film called INTERMEDIO. This 2005 B-horror masterpiece (read: glorious chaos) was cooked up by the fine folks at The Asylum—the same production company behind Sharknado and Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus—so you already know what you’re in for. The plot? A group of suspiciously …
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Plus, 7 bonus Memoir-specific questions. A great book club discussion thrives on insightful, engaging questions that spark conversation and invite diverse perspectives. Whether you’re diving into a thought-provoking novel, a gripping memoir, or a nonfiction deep-dive, the right questions can transform a casual chat into a meaningful exchange. This list is designed to help you …
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