Culture

A personal look at why Melville’s Moby Dick remains deeply relevant in 2026, exploring obsession, power, climate, truth, race, and humanity.

Meet Orion, Montreal’s legendary ice surfer, navigating freezing waves and drifting ice on the St Lawrence River in the award-winning short film ORION.

Jayne Mansfield’s 1964 novelty release pairs Shakespeare and Tchaikovsky with glamorous camp, spoken-word poetry, and pop culture spectacle.

Macanudo: What’s in the Box?! brings together Liniers’ early comic strips in a single collection. Perfect for fans of humor, curiosity, and offbeat adventures.

Spotify is focusing on video podcasts with new LA studios, Ringer shows on Netflix, and growing user engagement for the future of streaming content.

The real Peter Pan is darker than the Walt Disney movie. Explore J.M. Barrie’s personal tragedy, psychological depth, and how Disney made it magical for kids.

Meet Seuss Studios, a new Beginner Books line inspired by Dr. Seuss, and discover Momo Sees the Sea, a playful ocean story full of curiosity and wonder.

The ultimate SpongeBob SquarePants art collection celebrates 25 years of Bikini Bottom with sketches, storyboards, and insights from the creators themselves.

I Buried You Here is a powerful debut by Montreal poet Ivana Gmitrovic, capturing the intensity of young love and emotional honesty.

Patti Smith’s Bread of Angels explores her life, her connection to Jim Morrison, and how Arthur Rimbaud shaped the rise of poetic rock music.

A guide to the most important books, movies, and musical works entering the US public domain on January 1, 2026, and why they matter for creators and culture.

A personal reflection on The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer and its lessons on reciprocity, abundance, Indigenous wisdom, and living in harmony with nature.