Her and Hothouse

The mirrors of the studio are filled with steam from the heat as yogis exit the room, dripping in sweat. This is typical for a Hothouse yoga class. Afterward, you can find Maureen Mondanaro, owner of Hothouse Yoga Studio, smiling and chatting with her students.  Mondanaro first got into yoga because of her former husband. … Read moreHer and Hothouse

The Horror of Today’s “Horror”: A Replacement for Fear in American Horror Story

When October rolls around with its pumpkin spice everything, crunching crimson leaves, and Halloween costume ideas, I find myself actually making plans to watch horror movies—a genre I would otherwise avoid. It’s just part of the season’s aesthetic.  When I hunkered down with friends earlier this month to watch the two newest seasons of American … Read moreThe Horror of Today’s “Horror”: A Replacement for Fear in American Horror Story