Love, like and the lot can be had this Valentine season for those who adore each other’s company along with movies, meals, merch and more. Whether going out or staying in, Chicagolanders will heart the many ways to celebrate February’s feel-great holiday with this list of popular pairings. Dinner & A ShowMore than 150 local […]
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Just the Tip: My Fiancée Doesn’t Want to Try Nonmonogamy
Just the Tip is back! The incomparable Jera Brown has handed the reins for Rebellious Magazine’s long-running sex and relationship column to the one-and-only Karen Yates. Karen is a certified somatic sex and Tantra educator. Her podcast Wild & Sublime covers inclusive sex and relationship topics, and the live show is produced in Chicago. The […]
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Review: Is PTA’s ‘OBAA’ Really Great or Just Overrated Oscar Bait?
One Battle After Another (OBAA) may lose $100 million, but it’s bound to gain one trophy after another. The lauded box office bomb by Paul Thomas Anderson (PTA) already nabbed four Golden Globes and three Critics Choice Awards. With 14 BAFTA and 13 Academy Award nominations, PTA is poised to take home the Oscar for Best […]
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Must-See Chicago Concerts and Comedy Shows in February
Music and laughter are in the air this month as Chicago’s February concert and comedy calendar is jam-packed with great events to enjoy with fellow entertainment lovers. From a modern country icon to quite literally the funniest person in the world, here’s a look at some of the amazing artists performing in and around Chicago […]
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Watch ‘Becoming’ by Michelle Obama on Netflix!
Rebelles, it’s time to dip into our petty bag! You may have heard that there’s a nationwide blackout of ‘Melania’ (2025) —the documentary about Melania Trump and the cursed twenty days before Donald Trump’s second presidential inauguration. (puke) Instagram user Nathan Jun (@nathancjun) has a brilliant and deliciously petty idea: stream ‘Becoming’ (2020) by former […]
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Deinfluencing You from Buying Viral Products | Pt. 6
If your TikTok feed is anything like Alyssa’s, it’s full of viral products that look amazing but probably aren’t worth your money. In this video, our favorite de-influencer shares some of the most hyped items they’ve seen lately and sharing why they personally won’t be buying them. This isn’t about guilt or shame. It’s about […]
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Interview: ‘Is This Thing On?’ Actress & Comedian Chloe Radcliffe on the Art of Disarming Comedy
With a new movie currently in theaters and a brand new stand-up special expected later this year, 2026 could have been comedian Chloe Radcliffe’s break-out year. But, since she’s already been listed on Deadline‘s 15 Comedians Ready to Break Out in 2025 – and named one of Just For Laughs’ 2025 New Faces – we […]
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Black History Can’t Be Erased: Remembering Emmett Till and His Family’s Impact on America
It’s been more than 70 years since 14-year-old Emmett Till was murdered in 1955 by two men for allegedly whistling at Caroline Bryant, a White woman who was married to one of the murderers. Till’s fate for being a playful, happy-go-lucky teenager is one of the most violent and well-known examples and reminders of how […]
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26 Things I Won’t Be Buying in 2026
Oooh gurl, the economy is still in shambles and we need to continue tightening the purse strings. Last year, I joined the boycott against Target and set out on my first no-buy year. Because I’m already a minimalist, my no-buy strategy was to simply reduce the number of days I spent money versus creating category […]
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-3 Degrees in Chicago?! Here’s an Anthem for the Coldest of Weathers
According to AccuWeather, it’s -3 degrees in Chicago, but the the RealFeel is -23 degrees! Weather reports say it will feel “Breezy in the morning; otherwise, much colder with times of clouds and sun; extreme cold can be dangerous for outdoor activities.” Bunch your bussy in your big coat and rejoice, because comedians Jamie Shriner […]