> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://go-fug-yourself.ghost.io/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Fugs & Pieces, August 21, 2026 - URL: https://go-fug-yourself.ghost.io/fugs-pieces-august-21-2026-08-2026/ - Published: 2026-08-21T18:00:15.000Z - Updated: 2026-08-24T16:25:30.000Z - Description: Margaritas! Neat houses! Podcast scams! - Author: Jessica - Tags: fugs, Fugs and Pieces, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-10-07 08:34 Happy Friday! Hope it's not too hot where you are -- we are steaming here in Los Angeles. Last minute edit because I forgot to tell you all this: We (I think) fixed a bunch of our annoying ad-related issues this week, in terms of weird pop-ups and ones that don't want to close etc etc. Clear your cache if you're still having issues, and that should help. Additionally: We are making a bunch of long-needed backend improvements (I hope??) over the next month or so that ought to help the site run more smoothly and just be a better reader experience. Thank you for sticking with us for the last 22 years! At Drinks With Broads this week, [we have our first batch of *Ted Lasso* recaps!](https://drinkswithbroads.substack.com/p/let-it-steep) We dug into one of my[ vintage cookbooks, some new *Heated Rivalry* news, and that September Vogue cover](https://drinkswithbroads.substack.com/p/lovers-dining-has-a-cover-that-beats). In yesterday's issue, we talked about [your neighborhood's Infamous Local, and the best parts of John Oliver on *Days of Our Lives*.](https://drinkswithbroads.substack.com/p/john-oliver-brings-water-intrigue) Here at GFY, [I rounded up the best in stripes!](https://go-fug-yourself.ghost.io/fug-nation-loves-stripes-08-2026/) Also, we talked about [your best unsolicited recommendations,](https://go-fug-yourself.ghost.io/your-afternoon-chat-your-unsolicited-recommendation-08-2026/) and [the one item in your closet for which you reach the most.](https://go-fug-yourself.ghost.io/your-afternoon-chat-whats-your-most-worn-item-08-2026/) This week's best-sellers? I'm glad you asked! It is a humorous trio. At the top, for the third week in a row (!!) is [this amazing *Widow's Bay* t-shirt.](https://go.shopmy.us/p-80590457?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) In second place -- I was surprised by this! -- was [Anthro's beauty advent calendar](https://go.shopmy.us/p-80590483?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io). I am impressed by how organized you are! In third, [J.Crew's cupro button-down,](https://go.shopmy.us/p-80590498?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) which IS really nice. (It runs big!) Make sure [you're not eating any recalled blueberries](https://www.cbsnews.com/news/blueberry-recall-fda-class-1-risk/?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io). Want some good news? [A New mRNA Vaccine Could Prevent Skin Cancer From Returning](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/19/science/moderna-merck-mrna-vaccine-melanoma.html?unlocked%5Farticle%5Fcode=1.61A.5iTw.RWU6foD1OvHe&smid=url-share&ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) Of COURSE [Goop is hosting an "off the record" (I'm sure) dinner for AI dingdong Sam Altman](https://www.laineygossip.com/how-gwyneth-paltrows-al-fresco-dinner-with-openai-founder-sam-altman-progression-of-what-shes-been-doing-for-months/?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io). EYE ROLL. I guess [Sydney Sweeney is still dating Scooter Braun.](https://www.laineygossip.com/why-sydney-sweeneys-erewhon-smoothie-embodies-what-i-hate-most-about-la/?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) This headline is SOMETHING: [Dane Cook’s Brother Stole $12 Million From Comedian, Hid Bricks of Cash in Pasta Sauce](https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/dane-cook-brother-stole-12-million-cash-pasta-sauce-1236838675/?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) Service journalism: [The Most Anticipated Films of the 2026 Fall Festival Season](https://www.pajiba.com/film%5Freviews/stuffed-bucking-fastard-primetime-wild-horse-nine-most-anticipated-films-of-fall-festival-season.php?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) A really good piece [celebrating the anniversary of the ADA.](https://thesteveway.substack.com/p/the-building-doesnt-know-your-name) I've been rediscovering some of my old favorites, beauty-product-wise, lately. I forgot how much I like t[he Ole Henriksen Banana eye cream](https://go.shopmy.us/p-80541597?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io). (I also like[ this face cleanser from them](https://go.shopmy.us/p-80541817?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io), which is new, but obviously I am [a FOREVER FAN of their lemonade scrub.)](https://go.shopmy.us/p-80542109?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) This is a good piece: [Antonio Banderas’s Acts of Faith](https://www.newyorker.com/culture/the-new-yorker-interview/antonio-banderas-s-acts-of-faith?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) The Seattle Mariners got SHELLACKED by the Brewers on Wednesday -- 22-0!!!! -- and t[he Mariners subreddit responded by turning the subreddit into one devoted to maritime pursuits rather than baseball.](https://www.axios.com/local/seattle/2026/08/19/seattle-mariners-reddit-boats-ships-brewers-22-0-loss-brewers?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) It was VERY amusing. More good stuff: [At 100 Years Old, Route 66 Is Still Fueled by Nostalgia](https://www.texasmonthly.com/interactive/route-66-road-trip-texas/?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) A good list via Reddit -- I'm going to check some of these out! [Looking for a cookbook I can open at seven with nothing planned and no shopping done](https://www.reddit.com/r/CookbookLovers/comments/1vt43zp/looking%5Ffor%5Fa%5Fcookbook%5Fi%5Fcan%5Fopen%5Fat%5Fseven%5Fwith/?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) Useful: [How to Bring Home Butter from Paris](https://enroutetoreverie.substack.com/p/how-to-bring-home-butter-from-paris) Fascinating: [Inside the Fake Celebrity Podcast Scam Fooling Hollywood](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/celebrity-podcast-scam-bruce-vilanch-seth-rudetsky-1236676601/?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) Tell me more: [3 New Italian Rail Journeys for History Buffs, Design Lovers, and Culinary Travelers](https://www.cntraveler.com/story/new-italian-rail-journeys-launching-this-fall?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) I've also been working on trying various hair products, now that my perimenopausal hair has gotten weirdly....weird. My whole life, it was flat and STRAIGHT. Now it's frizzy and half curly? I don't know. I don't have time to learn a whole new way to do my hair! But! [This L'ange heat protectant is quite good,](https://go.shopmy.us/p-80544792?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) and[ I like this in-shower treatment a lot](https://go.shopmy.us/p-80836911?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io). (I'm also about to try [their humidity protector,](https://go.shopmy.us/p-80545413?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) given the weather recently.) So is [this Chris McMillan one](https://go.shopmy.us/p-80545136?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io). (That one smells amazing.) (Speaking of Chris McMillan, [I also really like his new clarifying shampoo](https://go.shopmy.us/p-80615709?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io). I actually have never tried a Chris McMillan product I didn't like!) I also just remembered that[ I really like this In Common Magic Myst.](https://go.shopmy.us/p-80836308?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) Truly the end of an era: [After 71 Years, Columbia House Closes for Good: The Mail-Order Giant That Defined a Generation Is Gone](https://cordcuttersnews.com/after-71-years-columbia-house-closes-for-good-the-mail-order-giant-that-defined-a-generation-is-gone/?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) [More art crime!](https://www.reuters.com/lifestyle/mafia-link-feared-sicilian-grand-master-theft-2026-08-17/?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) Are we living in an art crime, er, renaissance? [I dig this house.](https://www.homesandgardens.com/houses/cozy-tudor-rival-house?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) [Love this print.](https://go.shopmy.us/p-80546892?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) This dress would work nicely for this period of year when it's still hot but you at least want a SLIGHTLY autumnal color *vibe*. (I also want [this cardigan with two little sheep on it!](https://go.shopmy.us/p-80589855?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io)) This seems right: [Blue Apron, a meal kit powerhouse once valued at $2B, descends into chaos.](https://www.sfgate.com/food/article/blue-apron-issues-22392161.php?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) (It sounds like things are a MESS OVER THERE. I would be so mad if I opened my meal kit and half of it was missing! That's the whole point!) Really good: "[Street photographer Ray Di Pietro focuses his work sharply on his adopted hometown of Nashville.](https://bittersoutherner.com/issue-no-13/ray-di-pietro-accidental-historian-nashville-photographer?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) With little fanfare, he has attracted tens of thousands of devotees His images are artfully composed, spontaneous, honest, and, well, kind." I hope one of you bought this: [Edgcote House from Colin Firth's *Pride and Prejudice* sold for £52 million.](https://www.houseandgarden.co.uk/article/edgcote-house-pride-and-prejudice-geri-halliwell?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) Oooh, maybe I need a [Spicy Celery Margarita.](https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/spicy-celery-margarita?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) I KNOW one of you needs to know that [Printfresh has a new collection of *Gilmore Girls*\-themed pajamas.](https://go.shopmy.us/p-80615912?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) Travel & Leisure has named [America's Best Small Towns of 2026.](https://www.travelandleisure.com/americas-best-small-towns-2026-12016962?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) They all look cute. (I can attest that the one I've visited IS really cute although my husband notes that there are some slight geographical liberties taken.) Heads up that [Banana Republic has an extra 20% of their sale stuff right now, but said sale ends today,](https://go.shopmy.us/p-80639174?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) I think. I have [these pants and like them;](https://go.shopmy.us/p-80639365?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) they do run kinda big, fyi. (Friday.) *Photo by Wolfgang Kaehler/LightRocket via Getty Images; Like most websites, GFY uses affiliate links where available, and may benefit from brand partnerships. If you buy something using our links, we could earn a commission. Affiliate links help keep this website in business. Thank you for supporting us!*