Watch / Read / Listen (No. 1)

Watch:

1. Dope. How to apply to Harvard, starting from the Bottoms. Kick-ass songs and witty dialogue work to emphasize a powerful message.
2. Carpool Karaoke with James Corden. A new favorite next to Kimmel’s “Mean Tweets.” The segments with Jason Derulo and Adele are so Gucci.

Read:

3. The Book Thief by Markus Zusak. Death delicately relives the terrible WWII days. He fixates on Liesel, a German orphan, and her pursuit of books.
4. Lena Dunham’s “Don’t take it personally when I tell you no.” She reminds us yet again of her writing talents in this relatable and honest piece.

Listen:

5. Oh Wonder. Indie-pop duo with a sultry harmony and upbeat tempo. Include the tracks “Lose It” and “Drive” for that road trip mixtape.
6. BØRNS. Velvety smooth and refreshing. Jam to “Past Lives” and wallow with “The Emotions,” the best breakup song since A Fine Frenzy’s “Almost Lover.”