This week, on Press Pass, we dive into:

* The baffling attempt to rename Petaluma’s north-of-Washington district as... The Now District (yawn). My superior alternative? NoBo—because every cool district name needs two syllables and a vowel.

* There is more shit in an Oscar gift bag than you can possibly imagine.

* A candle that smells like an artist’s studio. (Because who doesn’t want their home to reek of linsneed oil and existential dread?)

Special Feature: Micro MinuteBrought to you by Computerland, this episode’s Micro Minute takes us through Hollywood’s evolution in special effects—from rubber-suited B-movie monsters to CGI marvels.

Get in Touch

* Subscribe to Press Pass: dhowell.substack.com

* Explore my cinematic universe: dhowell.com

* Follow me on the socials: @DaedalusHowell (If you can spell it, you can find me.)

* Leave me a rant via voicemail: 415-763-0070

* Or just email me: [email protected]

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dhowell.substack.com