5 Things Creators & Guests

Lisa Birnbach is an author. She is best known for co-authoring "The Official Preppy Handbook," which spent 38 weeks at number one on the New York Times bestseller list in 1980. She also hosts the podcast "5 Things with Lisa Birnbach."

James Poniewozik is an American journalist, television critic, and author of the book Audience of One: Donald Trump.

Deb Amlen is the head writer and senior editor of the New York Times Wordplay column.

June Diane Raphael is an American actress, comedian, screenwriter, and producer. Born in Rockville Centre, New York, she studied at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts and the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre. Raphael gained recognition for her roles in comedic films like Bride Wars and Long Shot and her portrayal of Brianna Hanson in the Netflix series Grace and Frankie. She is also a co-writer of screenplays, including Ass Backwards. In addition to her acting career, Raphael co-authored Represent: The Woman’s Guide to Running for Office & Changing the World.

Meghan Daum is an author, essayist, and journalist.