Joel Stein

journalist and author

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Larry Flynt’s vast array of 20th century paintings, glass lamps, statuettes, and other obscurities are up for auction.

Hustler Founder Larry Flynt’s personal collection up for auction

Larry Flynt’s vast array of 20th century paintings, glass lamps, statuettes, and other obscurities are up for auction.

from Greater LA

“Draining the swamp” was a popular slogan, and President Trump has made good on his promise.  Crucial firings and resignations have hit almost every department.

Draining the swamp -- for better or worse?

“Draining the swamp” was a popular slogan, and President Trump has made good on his promise.  Crucial firings and resignations have hit almost every department.

from To the Point

Stanford grad and LA Times columnist Joel Stein goes to the best parties, and rubs shoulders with Moby, Rob Reiner, and LA Mayor Eric Garcetti.

Writer Joel Stein wants Ivy League-educated, TED talk-loving elites to take back America

Stanford grad and LA Times columnist Joel Stein goes to the best parties, and rubs shoulders with Moby, Rob Reiner, and LA Mayor Eric Garcetti.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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