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E.J. Dickson

Latest articles by E.J. Dickson

Politics
Marianne Williamson is Oprah’s spiritual adviser. She’s also running for president.Marianne Williamson is Oprah’s spiritual adviser. She’s also running for president.
Politics

The self-proclaimed “bitch for God” wants us to look more closely at who we are.

By E.J. Dickson and Sean Collins
Culture
Where are The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’s children?Where are The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’s children?
Culture

Midge Maisel’s kids don’t really fit her new life. So the show ignores them completely.

By E.J. Dickson
Can Alexa and Facebook predict the end of your relationship?
Money

“Expiration dating” may be closer than we think.

By E.J. Dickson
Money
Netflix and Domino’s want you to know it’s totally fine to stay home on New Year’s EveNetflix and Domino’s want you to know it’s totally fine to stay home on New Year’s Eve
Money

How brands are capitalizing on your lack of plans.

By E.J. Dickson
Inside the mommy-friendly, scientifically sketchy world of breastfeeding supplements
Money

There’s not a lot of research on galactagogues, or foods and supplements that increase milk supply.

By E.J. Dickson
Money
What’s missing in all the praise of Rachel McAdams’s high-fashion breast pump photo shootWhat’s missing in all the praise of Rachel McAdams’s high-fashion breast pump photo shoot
Money

The premise seems to have been “the breast pump, but make it fashion.”

By E.J. Dickson
Money
There’s a black market of limited-edition Disney park merch — and Disney is cracking down on itThere’s a black market of limited-edition Disney park merch — and Disney is cracking down on it
Money

The crackdown may have larger implications for the Disney theme park fandom.

By E.J. Dickson
There’s a stigma around lube. These brands want to change that.
Money

Why are straight people so resistant to using personal lubricant?

By E.J. Dickson
Money
Nancy Pelosi’s red coat is so popular that Max Mara is bringing it backNancy Pelosi’s red coat is so popular that Max Mara is bringing it back
Money

“The color’s official name is ‘blood of my enemies,’” one person tweeted.

By E.J. Dickson
Money
Kids’ toys are the latest battleground in the online privacy warsKids’ toys are the latest battleground in the online privacy wars
Money

A consumer report sheds light on security risks associated with kids’ toys, including a popular Amazon tablet.

By E.J. Dickson