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Amy Colleen @amycolleen.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Even as a mom of very little kids, I resonated with this thoughtful (and funny!) reflection by @lilyehirsch.bsky.social about aging out of the romantic ingenue role. (I also consider black slimming and toil over pots, even though I don't have teens with crushes yet!) www.the-pom.com/p/meet-cutes...

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Meet-Cutes Are For My Kids. I’m The Halloween Monster Now.

On chin hairs, trick-or-treating, rom-coms, and the relentless march of time.

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Thank you! This was from the heart—scary stuff! Also, justice for Regina’s mom!

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Amy Colleen @amycolleen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

I don't have teens yet, but I heartily enjoyed @lilyehirsch.bsky.social 's debut in The Pom! (Wild to think Amy Poehler was also in her early 30s when she played this role.) How much of our own self-worth are we finding in our kids, & when do we need to step back? thepom.substack.com/p/i-no-longe...

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I No Longer Laugh at Amy Poehler's “Cool Mom” Character In Mean Girls. Because, Now That I’m a Mom of a Teen Girl, I Basically Am Her.

The uncool “cool mom” deserves some understanding, not our scornful laugh.

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

I No Longer Laugh at Amy Poehler's “Cool Mom” Character In Mean Girls. Because, Now That I’m a Mom of a Teen Girl, I Basically Am Her. open.substack.com/pub/thepom/p...

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The Pomegranate @thepom.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

We are thrilled to announce that @lilyehirsch.bsky.social has joined The Pom's creative team! www.the-pom.com/p/new-editor...

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New Editor on the Pomegranate Team!

Lily Hirsch joins our crew.

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Fun! What are you working on?

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The Belladonna Comedy @belladonnacomedy.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

“Follow this recipe and taste America!” By @lilyehirsch.bsky.social Full piece: medium.com/thebelladonn...

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Jeremy Dauber @jeremydauber.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Happy one hundredth birthday to the master, Mel Brooks, one of the greatest ever to do it. If you're interested in the man, his work, and how the fact that he's Jewish might just have a little to do with his comedy, I wrote something about it.... www.amazon.com/Mel-Brooks-D...

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Mel Brooks: Disobedient Jew (Jewish Lives)

Amazon.com: Mel Brooks: Disobedient Jew (Jewish Lives): 9780300244274: Dauber, Jeremy: Books

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

I was just asked to teach a music history survey course in the fall. What’s college teaching like these days? It’s been a while for me. And AI sounds like a nightmare. Thanks for any thoughts!

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Happy summer vacation! And good luck to us all!

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

A last taste of the Murder, She Wrote Festival in Mendocino, CA (Cabot Cove), this past weekend: the Jessica jog, led by Tim Benzie. So much joy! I was lucky to have been there with my book, www.bloomsbury.com/us/nowhere-t...

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

So grateful to have been a part of the #murdershewrotefestival. It was tremendous fun, fostering community and connection, and pure joy, which I, probably a lot of us, need desperately these days! Until next time, Mendocino (Cabot Cove)!

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

I promised I’d report back about the Murder, She Wrote festival in Mendocino (Cabot Cove) this weekend. It was an incredible first day with this show in the evening. Such joy. And I’ve never seen more whale sweaters in one place in my life. 10/10

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Thank you! I can’t wait. I’ll be talking about my book there too with a book signing. I’m thinking I should write: “the autograph, she wrote” and then my signature.

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

Yes, it is! This will be my first time going so I’ll report back. But I expect it will be the most delightful event in the history of the world!

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

I’ll be there too, talking about and signing my book Nowhere to Go but Up during the “Murder, She Talked”session!

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

Check out these highlights: Jessica jog? Yes, please!

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

I can only assume this is how my kids think the mail works based on what they say, how they act, and how often I bend down to pick stuff up 🤣

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Everyone warned me about high school when my daughter started this year. Kids get introduced to a lot of new stuff. There’s vaping in the bathrooms, who knows what else? So, it was only a matter of time before the worst would happen. My daughter’s in an improv show 🤣

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

This one has a real story from my high school days (the national anthem is tricky)! medium.com/slackjaw/how...

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How to Teen-Proof Your Self-Esteem

Being uncool is your superpower!

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

My ears are burning. Is someone talking about the ear sunburn I got during a family spring break trip to the beach?

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Journal of Musicological Research

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

I’ll add that to my books-to-get-reviewed list!

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Musicologists! I’m looking for someone willing to review The Cambridge Companion to Florence B. Price by Samantha Ege and Alexandra Kori Hill. For the Journal of Musicological Research!

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Can a writer really write without a dog? I’m so used to writing with my beloved pup, Harvey, who I miss so much. I know I can’t replace him but maybe I could have a different joy in my life. Should I take home this puppy? Writers, please weigh in!

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

This really helps the self-esteem. Thanks! 🤣

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Let’s face it, teens aren’t great for parents’ self-esteem. Here are some very specific mantras that might help!

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

This is soooo me! Glad to have found others like me.

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Boy, do I need some positivity! Love this! Yay for that woman—nice people are the best!

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Thanks. I do appreciate that. Here he is as a puppy. A ridiculous level of cuteness.

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

I just got my dog’s ashes. Old Twitter would have been able to tell me some jokes. Does Bluesky ever work like that? Losing a dog is terrible. I’ll take anything you’ve got.

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Excited to be participating in the 2026 Pop Conference at USC Thornton (March 12–14). Highlights include Jon Batiste in conversation, a 10-year look back at Rihanna’s ANTI, and a tribute panel Remembering D’Angelo. Oh, and I’m presenting on comedic music in crisis and Bo Burnham. popconference.org

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PopCon | 2026

PopCon is the premier music writing and popular music studies conference.

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

This is my first attempt at illustrating. It’s fun every now and again to do things I have no business doing! medium.com/jane-austens...

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Influencer Recommended Photo Poses That Make Even You Look Good

Just hide your face and body!

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Sending good vibes—I get it (life can be so hard).

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Frazzled Humor @frazzledhumor.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Q: The other day, over coffee, my friend started complaining about her kids. Apparently, her son has a bunch of missing homework assignments, and her daughter is a teenager who is only interested in texting and TikTok. By @lilyehirsch.bsky.social medium.com/frazzled/wha...

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What Do I Do If Another Mom Is Complaining About Her Kids, But My Kids Are Perfect?

Ask Miss Mom Manners!

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

The PopCon schedule is officially out. I’ll be at USC March 13. #popcon #funnymusic #boburnham #tomlehrer

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Good luck. The only thing I’ve found that works is calling ahead to find out the wallpaper print and then designing and making a dress in exactly that print so you can disappear completely.

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

So sorry—I think it’s mandatory based on age. I finally bought the expensive chair after needing spinal surgery for poor posture writing! Save yourself! Get a nice chair with a head rest and then boost up your computer!

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Best part, at my kid’s junior high, the grams are popcorn when most of these kids have braces! 🤣 medium.com/frazzled/ple...

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Please Buy a Valentine Gram for Your Junior High Kid and Basically Ruin His Life

Hope you’re ready for the fallout!

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Quincy Scott Jones @quincyscottjones.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

The #PuppyBowl missed an opportunity this year not having a Bunny perform for their halftime show.

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

This one is definitely based on my own experience. Though I blame parenting, this might actually be a “me” issue. Maybe I just attract food stains 🤣

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Lily Hirsch @lilyehirsch.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Have any of you gone to get a quick coffee and then frozen at the counter in front of the iPad tip options? If so, this one’s for you!

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