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In the November 12 newsletter:
An interview with Jonathan Majors, a visit from Tom Hanks on The Bill Simmons Podcast, and a review of the latest episode of The Great British Bake Off.

The Legend of Chet Holmgren, 7-Foot String Bean, Has Just Begun

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What would it look like if a player was as tall as Joel Embiid while weighing a few pounds more than Steph Curry? In the case of the Gonzaga freshman, he’d look like the most sought-after prospect in the NBA.

[Rodger Sherman takes a look at the nascent career of Chet Holmgren.]

Jonathan Majors Goes Into the Multiverse

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Idris Elba had to convince the actor to enlist in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the (possibly) villainous Kang and his many variants. Now that he’s taken the plunge, he isn’t looking back.

[Joanna Robinson spoke with the MCU's latest bad boy, Jonathan Majors.]

The Midseason NFL Tape Standouts

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Through the first half of the season, some unexpected players—including Matt Ryan, Deebo Samuel, and Greg Newsome II—are lighting it up on film.

[Ben Solak reviews NFL standouts halfway through the season.]

Tom Hanks Dives Deep Into the Making of Cast Away | The Bill Simmons Podcast

On an episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast, Tom Hanks shares in detail what went into the multiyear production process of Cast Away.

The People’s Actress

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Kristen Stewart has gone from Twilight to Spencer in just over a decade, but this isn’t just a Razzies-to-Oscars journey.

[Katie Baker looks at Kristen Stewart's journey from Bella Swan to Princess Diana.]

Everything Is Cake: "Free-From Week"

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Do you love The Great British Bake Off? If so, Everything Is Cake is the podcast for you! This week, Kate Halliwell, Amelia Wedemeyer, and Sasha Ashall break down the best moments and bakes from "Free-From Week" on the beloved British series.

[Listen to Everything Is Cake on Spotify Podcasts.]

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—Dexter Morgan, Dexter

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The Legend of Chet Holmgren, 7-Foot String Bean, Has Just Begun

Jonathan Majors Goes Into the Multiverse

The Midseason NFL Tape Standouts

Tom Hanks Dives Deep Into the Making of Cast Away | The Bill Simmons Podcast

The People’s Actress

Everything Is Cake: "Free-From Week"

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