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Knife Edge review: a real-life, sporadically thrilling competition

Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 17h

ICYMI: My review of #AppleTV's Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars, which gives us access to chefs competing for recognition, and really works well when it works!

My review of #AppleTV's Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars, which gives us access to chefs competing for recognition, and really works well when it works!

Read-Handed: A Ponzi prequel and felony slut-shaming

Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 1d

Alice Crimmins, Leo Koretz, bad science, the return of Best American Crime Writing, and more in our reading round-up.

Alice Crimmins, Leo Koretz, bad science, the return of Best American Crime Writing, and more in our reading round-up.

Escaping cults and sentencing Combs

Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 1d

ICYMI: Plus Harold Schechter has notes on The Ed Gein Story, and a lady preacher goes missing.

Plus Harold Schechter has notes on The Ed Gein Story, and a lady preacher goes missing.

Knife Edge review: a real-life, sporadically thrilling competition

Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 2d

My review of #AppleTV's Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars, which gives us access to chefs competing for recognition, and really works well when it works!

My review of #AppleTV's Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars, which gives us access to chefs competing for recognition, and really works well when it works!

#Survivor49 recap: a snake and a host shattered the fourth wall

Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 2d

ICYMI: On #Survivor49 episode 3, "Loveable Losers," our host once again got to talk to a doctor over a writhing, possibly dying player, and the tribe of "loveable losers" lived up to that name. Let's recap this mess!

On #Survivor49 episode 3, "Loveable Losers," our host once again got to talk to a doctor over a writhing, possibly dying player, and the tribe of "loveable losers" lived up to that name. Let's recap this mess!

#Survivor49 recaps and reviews

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Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 2d

ICYMI: All my #Survivor49 recaps, with the detailed analysis, snarky commentary, and dumb jokes you've come to expect from me.

All my #Survivor49 recaps, with the detailed analysis, snarky commentary, and dumb jokes you've come to expect from me.

Escaping cults and sentencing Combs

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Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 3d

Plus Harold Schechter has notes on The Ed Gein Story, and a lady preacher goes missing.

Plus Harold Schechter has notes on The Ed Gein Story, and a lady preacher goes missing.

Dancing with the Stars recap: Disney night’s super-gay synergistic spectacle

Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 3d

ICYMI: #DancingwiththeStars34 episode 4 was Disney Night in the ballroom, and Marshal Knight recaps how successful—and gay!—the synergy was. (Super gay!)

#DancingwiththeStars34 episode 4 was Disney Night in the ballroom, and Marshal Knight recaps how successful—and gay!—the synergy was. (Super gay!)

#Survivor49 recap: a snake and a host shattered the fourth wall

Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 3d

Commenter: “this was borderline cringe.” I assume they mean my recap but also applies to the episode so join me for a lot of cringe!!

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Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 3d

On #Survivor49 episode 3, "Loveable Losers," our host once again got to talk to a doctor over a writhing, possibly dying player, and the tribe of "loveable losers" lived up to that name. Let's recap this mess!

On #Survivor49 episode 3, "Loveable Losers," our host once again got to talk to a doctor over a writhing, possibly dying player, and the tribe of "loveable losers" lived up to that name. Let's recap this mess!

My happy blogging accident

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Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 3d

ICYMI: On today’s show: the happy accident I made when I started writing about reality TV on the internet, and how that connects to why I think Substack is full of shit and not the best place for your writing.

On today’s show: the happy accident I made when I started writing about reality TV on the internet, and how that connects to why I think Substack is full of shit and not the best place for your writing.

Survivor 49 recap: a snake and a host shattered the fourth wall

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Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 3d

On #Survivor: The Pitt Edition, our host hovered over a lifeless body and talked to a doctor, and then there were still 50 more minutes to fill! My recap of this scary mess:

On Survivor 49 episode 3, “Loveable Losers,” our host once again got to talk to a doctor over a writhing, possibly dying player, and the tribe of “loveable losers” lived up to that name.

Dancing with the Stars season 34 recaps

Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 4d

ICYMI: For DWTS season 34, Marshal Knight and his wit are here to guide us through a new season of sequined groins gyrating for attention under Dancing with the Stars' mirrorball sun.

For DWTS season 34, Marshal Knight and his wit are here to guide us through a new season of sequined groins gyrating for attention under Dancing with the Stars' mirrorball sun.

#Survivor49 recaps and reviews

Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 4d

All my #Survivor49 recaps, with the detailed analysis, snarky commentary, and dumb jokes you've come to expect from me.

All my #Survivor49 recaps, with the detailed analysis, snarky commentary, and dumb jokes you've come to expect from me.

Paul McCartne, Elton John and others signed an open letter.

Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 4d

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Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 4d

I'm very excited to announce that I'm definitely not being scammed by this Major Award, which is definitely not pay-to-play—because, like all legitimate awards, it reminds me, a real nominee, that it's definitely free! Also, the nomination form asks me for a "Suggested Award Title"! Ideas welcome!

I'm excited to inform you that you have been nominated for the CEO of the Year Awards Southeast USA 2025, hosted by Excellence Awards - as part of Dr. Yasemin Yazan LLC. These awards celebrate exceptional CEOS who inspire growth, empower leaders, and drive transformative personal and professional development. At this point, we simply need to know if you'd like to move forward with your nomination. To accept, please complete the following form: https://excellenceawards.global/accept-nomination If you wish to decline your nomination, please unsubscribe using the link at the end of this email. Participation in the CEO of the Year Awards Southeast USA 2025 comes with no mandatory costs. Winning this award is a great way to showcase your expertise and gain industry recognition. Winners can choose from a variety of promotional packages, including a complimentary option, to highlight this accomplishment.

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Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 4d

Where are we on this? Any traction?

The Verge @theverge.com · May 26

Nick Clegg says asking artists for use permission would ‘kill’ the AI industry

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Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 4d

#DancingwiththeStars34 episode 4 was Disney Night in the ballroom, and Marshal Knight recaps how successful—and gay!—the synergy was. (Super gay!)

Dancing with the Stars recap: Disney night’s super-gay synergistic spectacle

#DancingwiththeStars34 episode 4 was Disney Night in the ballroom, and Marshal Knight recaps how successful—and gay!—the synergy was. (Super gay!)

Below Deck Med recap: it’s amateur hour aboard the Bravado!

Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 4d

ICYMI: My recap of #BelowDeckMediterranean S10 E2, on which the deck crew bumbled and fumbled around—and the chef and crypto bros surprised me.

My recap of #BelowDeckMediterranean S10 E2, on which the deck crew bumbled and fumbled around—and the chef and crypto bros surprised me.

Monster: The Ed Gein Story is too much

Reposted by Andy Dehnart

Bookshop.org @bookshop.org · 5d

Can’t decide what to buy on Prime Day?

Try: absolutely nothing, and then go support indie bookstores instead 📚

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Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 4d

ICYMI: The franchise's "Ghoul of Plainfield" chapter is too long and grisly, and has too many ideas -- one of which is that you and I are the problem?

The franchise's "Ghoul of Plainfield" chapter is too long and grisly, and has too many ideas -- one of which is that you and I are the problem?

Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 5d

You’re welcome—thanks for the insightful pieces!

My happy blogging accident

Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 5d

On today’s show: the happy accident I made when I started writing about reality TV on the internet, and how that connects to why I think Substack is full of shit and not the best place for your writing.

On today’s show: the happy accident I made when I started writing about reality TV on the internet, and how that connects to why I think Substack is full of shit and not the best place for your writing.

What Alex Guarnaschelli really thinks about Alex vs America

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Andy Dehnart @andydehnart.com · 5d

"Everybody’s like: Let’s have a fun, friendly competition. And I’m like, You know what, don’t call me," Alex Guarnaschelli told me about her competitiveness on reality TV and Alex vs. America, which returns with a new season tonight.

I interviewed Alex Guarnaschelli about Food Network’s Alex vs. America, and we talked about her competitiveness, the way the show breaks the fourth wall, and much more.