The Monthly

2020

In this edition of The Monthly: Bon Appétit associate editor Christina Chaey (Medill ’11) stars on the magazine’s viral “Test Kitchen” videos.

Further reads:
Alums Charlie Hall and Jack Price debut their comedy web series “Sorry, Charlie.” Northwestern’s startup center The Garage has yet to provide any sort of formal aftercare for startups, allowing many to fail. The Daily sits down with “The Assistant” director Kitty Green to discuss the ways the film industry protects abusers. The Monthly editor dines at Clarke’s new location, Clarke’s Off Campus, and a print managing editor thinks “The Photograph” falls short.

Letter from the Editors: If you say you wouldn’t make your two Oscars kiss you’re lying
In this edition, The Monthly Editors Charlotte Walsh and Crystal Wall talk avenues for fresh art in the wake of “Parasite”’s phenomenal Oscar sweep. Plus, the pair brand themselves “The CW.”
NU Alum Christina Chaey is slicing and dicing her way into Bon Appétit’s “Test Kitchen” videos
Bon Appétit associate editor Christina Chaey (Medill ’11) has found a way to fuse culture, cooking and curiosity into a delicious combination, earning herself a spot in the elite magazine and in the viral “Test Kitchen.” Chaey talks about her time at Northwestern and how her relationship with writing and food has developed throughout her career.
Sorry, not sorry: Alums Charlie Hall and Jack Price debut comedy web series “Sorry, Charlie”
Communication alums Charlie Hall and Jack Price created “Sorry, Charlie,” a new web series that follows a fictional Hall on his journey to prove his ex-girlfriend wrong about four points: that Charlie will never do better than her, he has no friends, he’s horrible at sex and has no confidence. It’s loosely based off the pair’s experiences — except for the sex part.
The Garage lacks resources after founders graduate, allowing many to fail
Founded in 2015 and financed by donations and University funding, The Garage provides a space to work on entrepreneurial projects, with education and mentorship from industry leaders. Over 350 startups have been incubated at The Garage; however, when students graduate, their resources disappear, and The Garage has yet to institute a formal aftercare procedure to ensure startup success.
Q&A: ‘The Assistant’ director Kitty Green talks the long shadow of Harvey Weinstein
“The Assistant” is the first movie to address Harvey Weinstein, but it’s about more than just one man. The film explores how the system protects abusers by silencing the voices of women. Director Kitty Green opens up about the film and more in this Q&A with The Daily.
Open Tab: At Clarke’s Off-Campus, the Evanston institution ups its game
Monthly editor Crystal Wall takes a look at Clarke’s Off Campus, Clarke’s fresh, downtown alter ego. Between perfectly poached eggs and fluffy French toast paired with the sleek decor, Clarke’s has established itself as a breakfast front-runner.
Reel Thoughts: ‘The Photograph’ underdevelops characters, plotline
“The Photograph” hits theaters this Valentine's Day weekend, and Print Managing Editor Marissa Martinez tells you to save your money and rewatch “Sorry to Bother You” instead.
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