Hillary Frey

Hillary Frey, Editor-in-chief of Slate and former executive editor of HuffPost, joins the conversation to dissect the portrayals of wealth in the Apple TV+ series 'Your Friends & Neighbors.' They debate whether the show's depiction of affluent life is aspirational or cautionary. The discussion dives into themes of financial instability, the absurdities of suburban wealth, and the ethical dilemmas faced by the characters. Humor mixes with insights on potential plot twists, including money laundering and the role of a murder plot in shaping audience engagement.

Hillary Frey, Editor in Chief at Slate and a Disneyland enthusiast, delves into the magic of Disneyland. She argues why Disneyland outshines Disney World, sharing tips on planning the perfect trip and making the most of the experience. Frey discusses the unique culture of joy and community within the park and the profitability strategies behind theme parks. Humor fills the conversation as she recounts entertaining moments and rides, highlighting the shared adventures that make a visit to Disneyland unforgettable.

Anna Szymanski, Reuters editor and former Slate Money host, brings finance expertise. Hillary Frey, Slate’s editor-in-chief, offers cultural and editorial perspective. They dissect Kit Harington’s Henry Muck, class and privilege in the series, Eric Tao’s tragic fall, Yasmin’s manipulative arc, short selling as narrative, and the show’s real-world echoes and visual style.