A Perfect Show That Doesn’t Make Sense
Michael Scherer shares his cultural recommendations, highlighting the Netflix show One Piece as a unique blend of genres. He also discusses his recent interest in electronic music and the DJ Avalon Emerson. Additionally, he reflects on the impact of journalism and storytelling in his life.
- ▪Michael Scherer recommends the Netflix show One Piece, which combines elements of a pirate tale, a teen sitcom, and a high-school theater production.
- ▪He has developed an interest in electronic music, particularly long DJ sets available on SoundCloud.
- ▪Scherer emphasizes the importance of storytelling in journalism and its ability to change perspectives.
2 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 7 hours. All of the coverage we found sits in one bucket: centre. That one-sidedness is itself worth noticing.
- ▪ Screentime doesn’t show apps — r/iphone
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The Atlantic DailyA Perfect Show That Doesn’t Make SenseCulture and entertainment recommendations including One Piece, writing by George Will, and moreBy Michael SchererFlixPix / AlamyMay 24, 2026, 7 AM ET ShareSave This is an edition of The Atlantic Daily, a newsletter that guides you through the biggest stories of the day, helps you discover new ideas, and recommends the best in culture. Sign up for it here.Welcome back to The Daily’s Sunday culture edition, in which one Atlantic writer or editor reveals what’s keeping them entertained. Today’s special guest is Michael Scherer, a staff writer who has covered how Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
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