Katie Way
Senior Staff Writer
katie.way@vice.comI write about the internet, the U.S. carceral system, identity, rights, drugs, and anything that pisses me off.
I Tracked America’s Cryptid Obsession, From Bigfoot to Sentient Pants
Says author J.W. Ocker, “The pursuit of cryptids is the pursuit of wonder. We’re hoping for something new.”
Don’t Be Fooled by the ‘Financial Hardship Department’ Scam
How a new twist on a classic scam exploits people in need of debt relief—and how to spot it.
The Cops Suing Afroman Might Actually Have a Case
Deputies are suing the rapper for ‘emotional distress’ after he used footage of a raid in music videos and merch. VICE asked a lawyer to weigh in.
I Was Scared to Play Pool. Now, I Love It.
I took lessons from a pro. Turns out, you swing from the elbow, not the shoulder.
31 Rules for Doing Drugs Without Being a Dick
From sharing the bag to (not) haggling with dealers, here's how to get high and keep your friends.
We Asked a Psychoanalyst What Freud Would Think of ‘MILF Manor’
"Frankly, the show is anything but psychological."
Kin Euphorics Made My Dry January a Little Dumber
The Bella Hadid-approved wellness drink promises sober, adaptogenic bliss. Not for me!
Even Reality TV Hosts Are Being Replaced By Robots
Milf Manor, The Button, and Pressure Cooker all operate without a host—but at what cost?
Millennials Are Finally Buying Houses... And Making Them Ugly
What’s up with all these hideous renovations?