Ayesha A. Siddiqi

Review: Lamb (2021) and Trad (ongoing)

As a beautiful counter-narrative on parenthood, A24's Lamb is a chance to critically examine the Trad movement

Jan 15, 2023 • 

Ayesha A. Siddiqi

November 2022

Thanksgiving Bonus Advice: Short and Simple

Five reader submitted questions, answered in brief, about life, love, and loneliness.

Nov 25, 2022 • 

Ayesha A. Siddiqi

Advice: How Can I Convince My Family I Shouldn't Get Married Right Now

A young woman weathering family pressure must reformulate her relationship to her goals first

Nov 24, 2022 • 

Ayesha A. Siddiqi

October 2022

Recipe: Bowl Cake

because "mug cake" is a scam

Oct 17, 2022 • 

Ayesha A. Siddiqi

Interview: Ana Fabrega of Los Espookys

We talk about the brilliant HBO comedy and making and marketing tv in the twilight of the streaming wars.

Oct 14, 2022 • 

Ayesha A. Siddiqi

June 2022

Tick Tock Diets

People side with power because they value its favor.

Jun 2, 2022 • 

Ayesha A. Siddiqi

March 2022

Advice: "I've been told I'm awkward. How can I relax around people?"

Social anxiety is getting in the way of the relationships this person wants to have.

Mar 23, 2022 • 

Ayesha A. Siddiqi

Memento Millenial

Thoughts on the end of an era, its "main characters", web 2.0 & the real difference between Gen Z and Millenials, with Charlie Markbreiter

Mar 11, 2022 • 

Ayesha A. Siddiqi

September 2021

Advice: How Do I Make Up For My Lost Years?

A 30 year old feels like they started their life ten years too late. But their grief is the natural byproduct of growth.

Sep 28, 2021 • 

Ayesha A. Siddiqi

August 2021

Review: Snabba Cash

This gripping drug drama captures the new Sweden, one that's starting to look a little like America once did

Aug 18, 2021 • 

Ayesha A. Siddiqi

76 Years Ago Today The US Became The Only Nation To Use A Nuclear Weapon

We’re made to believe dropping the atomic bombs on Japan was an act vital to ending the war. Here's the real story, directly from the military leaders…

Aug 6, 2021 • 

Ayesha A. Siddiqi

June 2021

Advice: "Where do I go from here?"

"I carry so much on my shoulders, in my hands, it’s all baggage. What do I do if I just want to run away?"

Jun 28, 2021 • 

Ayesha A. Siddiqi