Rachel Raczka
The Boston Globe
Boston, MA, United States
Contact Rachel
Discover and connect with journalists and influencers around the world, save time on email research, monitor the news, and more.
| Recent: |
|
| Past: |
|
Past articles by Rachel:
Boston Calling: If you go, here’s what you need to know
When Boston Calling returns to the Harvard Athletic Complex in Allston this weekend, some things will look a little different, but most will be delightfully familiar. Here’s our advice for keeping cool, staying safe, and having an awesome 72 hours. → Read More
Elizabeth Warren stays true to her ‘Pinkie Promises’ in new picture book
The senator discusses her first illustrated work for children, which debuted Oct. 12. → Read More
Jonathan Larson’s sister on his life, his legacy, and why ‘Rent’ endures to this day
A farewell tour of the hit musical stops this week at the Shubert Theatre, 25 years after its first touring production broke records there. → Read More
A half-decade later, a chapter of ‘Harry Potter and the Sacred Text’ ends
The final episode of the podcast will be released April 1, with founders Vanessa Zoltan and Casper ter Kuile circling back to the beginning: book one, chapter one. → Read More
3 places we supported this week
Want to order from local, independent restaurants? Here are some suggestions from Globe staff. → Read More
10 movies to watch for Galentine’s Day
Do you miss going to the movies with a good friend? Settle in with these gems, featuring female bonding. → Read More
Four ways to be more efficient and productive working from home
Is being more efficient on your 2021 to do list? Here are some tips that can help. → Read More
What sparks joy for ‘Finding Joy’ creator Amy Huberman
Season two of the award-winning actress’s series debuts Monday on Acorn TV. → Read More
These thoughtful, last-minute gifts arrive in an instant, no mailing required
And many benefit local businesses, to boot. → Read More
Crafting all the way
The Internet’s full of easy DIY projects that can make great (and frugal) holiday gifts. → Read More
Jennifer Lawrence celebrates Biden’s win by running through the streets of Boston
Where were you when you heard that Joe Biden had been declared the winner of the presidential election on Saturday? Well, we know where Jennifer Lawrence was. Running through the streets of Boston, screaming and cheering, while blasting Childish Gambino’s “This Is America” in her pajamas and a face mask. She posted: “Had no choice but to throw a party for 1 #comeonbostonletsparty” Celebrities!… → Read More
Anxious about that next Zoom meeting? You’re not alone
Among the stresses of working from home for many: video conferencing. Here are some tips for combating your nerves. → Read More
Five horror festivals join forces for Nightstream
The Boston Underground Film Festival teams up with four other horror fests to produce a new virtual event → Read More
Anne Helen Peterson on millennial burnout and how we can beat it
Her new book, “Can’t Even,” out Tuesday, is the product of Peterson’s blend of scholarly vigor and years of experience as a cultural critic. She dissects a wealth of explanations for how millennials got so burnt out in the first place. → Read More
With new album ‘Giver Taker,’ the buzz about Anjimile is getting even louder
The Boston singer-songwriter has been building toward this moment for years. → Read More
An ever-evolving Taylor Swift has a new kind of story to tell on ‘Folklore’
The singer has embraced fresh ideas and new collaborations (Bon Iver, Aaron Dessner) as her music continues to grow in all the right ways. → Read More
The sharpest guy on Nantucket competes in TV’s ‘Forged in Fire’
Keaton Goddard competed with three other blacksmiths to forge a blade called a Japanese Ono. He's had to keep the outcome a secret since October. → Read More
These face masks are a work of (bad) art
Fans of the Museum of Bad Art can now cover their faces with a misbegotten masterpiece. → Read More
Beyoncé reveals new visual album for Disney+
“Black is King,” set launch July 31 on Disney+, features music from “The Lion King: The Gift.” → Read More
Casper ter Kuile on finding resilience in rituals
The podcast host's new book explores how we can use rituals to learn about ourselves and the world around us during an uncertain time. → Read More