authenticity
Why Your ‘True Self’ Is An Illusion
Most people believe they have a "true self" deep down that is fundamentally morally good. They don't, but the belief affects the way everyone behaves and sees the world.
Confirmed: Andrew Yang Writes His Own Bad Tweets About New York
He likes dogs. It’s March 1. He’s on the A train.
The Story of Sriracha Is the Story of America
The trajectory of David Tran's success—and the backlash he's gotten for being "inauthentic"—embody the realities of being an immigrant entrepreneur in America.
Simone Tong Doesn't Want Chinese Food to Be Bound by 'Rules'
“What is authenticity? We should encourage people to adapt. We look backward to learn from history so that we can move forward."
We Are All Cass From 'the Bachelor'
"The Bachelor" has always been obsessed with “authenticity”. But the only person being totally open and vulnerable is being destroyed.
Your Favorite Indian Takeout was Invented by a Refugee Fleeing Pakistan
The surprising history of chicken tikka masala.
Italian Scientists Are Going HAM on Fake Parmesan
Food science researchers from the University of Parma have developed a method of testing the authenticity of Parmigiano-Reggiano, which has protected food status under European law.
This Is LA’s Most Authentically Inauthentic Mexican Food
Ray Garcia says his LA restaurant Broken Spanish is "authentic in its own inauthenticity," serving whipped carnitas fat on its tortillas and foie gras butter on its pan dulce.
The Great Bro-Country Music Debate of 2015 and Why It's Kinda Pointless
Why are so many of the people who seem so invested in bringing "real" country back people who don't actually listen to country music?
The Right to Be Forgotten: Why a New Artist's Biggest Battle Is Finding a Way to Delete Their Past
In 2015, it's not unusual for a record label to sign an artist, and immediately remove every single thing they've ever done.
David Roth's Weak in Review: Curt Schilling, Russell Wilson, and the Problem with Confidence
We all prefer people that act like humans rather than brand-boosting robots. This gets more complicated when athletes get involved.
How Widespread Is Ghostwriting in Music and How OK With It Should You Be?
Last month’s Meek vs Drake bunfight left a question mark hanging over the link between authorship and authenticity.