Here’s How to Avoid the News (And Enjoy Yourself) Over the 4th of July Holiday – Vogue.com

No matter your political proclivities, there seems to be one thing people can agree on: The 24/7 onslaught of CNN news alerts, partisan tweets, and Facebook debates is seriously exhausting. Political news overload is real , and its wreaking havoc on the mental health of people across the country. This peak political saturation can really make you yearn for simpler times when people were obsessed with the song of summer , Pokmon Go, or who Taylor Swift is dating. Remember . . . joy?

Perhaps, now more than ever, we need these simple pleasuresthe shows, books, podcasts, and Instagram handles that provide sweet escapes from Trumpland. Vogue rounded up some preferred palate cleansers to help you escape the political crush and dive into your holiday. Whether youre embarking on a lush Instagrammable summer vacation or not, these picks will provide a vacation for the mind.

Podcasts

Who? Weekly Billed as the podcast that tells you everything you need to know about the celebrities you dont, hilarious hosts and entertainment writers Lindsey Weber and Bobby Finger break down the hottest celebrities on the D-list (also know as whos). Finally figuring out who Tarek and Christina El Moussa are has a way of making you forget about Jeff Sessions, at least for a few minutes.

Ronna & Beverly Like the modern-day incarnation of Mike Myerss Coffee Talk sketch on SNL , actress-comedians Jessica Chaffin and Jamie Denbo masterfully masquerade as 50-something Jewish mothers Ronna and Beverly, whose brash, politically incorrect interview style make them perfect for grilling celebrity guests.

Instagram

A distinctly un-political meme-a-palooza:

The meme giantess (in the vein of Betches and The Fat Jewish) will make your late-night phone scrolls fun again.

Babyface Overload:

This feed filled with baby faces, is pure, unadulterated cuteness.

A #WadeWorldTour:

Do yourself a favor and acquaint yourself with Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Unions recent romp through Paris mens Fashion Week and beyond it may inspire some fanfic of your own.

Television

Glow The White House photo ops may be populated entirely by white guys, but Netflixs latest sensationshort for gorgeous ladies of wrestlingis a festival of female power at a time when we need a boost.

The Bachelorette ABCs cheese-tastic reality juggernaut wont necessarily provide solace from the toxic bro culture of Washington, D.C., but the fantasy dates, helicopter aerial viewporn, and free Neil Lane engagement rings dont disappoint in the mindless entertainment department. And Monday night Bachelorette Twitter > political Twitter any time.

Kevin Hart: What Now? You don't have to like his frenetic buddy comedies, but Harts latest stand-up special on Netflixin which he mocks the everyday drama of family life with his wife, kids, and technologically challenged father delivers.

Billy on the Street Pop culture savant Billy Eichners manic roving game show (aka Cash Cab on cocaine, on iTunes and Amazon Video) guarantees actual LOLs. The Russia investigation will be the furthest thing from your mind as Billy thrusts his microphone into unsuspecting New Yorkers faces and demands to know, Are you jealous of Beyoncs success?

Cartoons for adults: Retro reruns (like Frasier and The Office ) have never felt cozier and more reliable. And adult cartoons like Family Guy and The Simpsons , with its silly jabs at society, feel newly funnyand all too relevant.

Music

Jay-Zs 4:44 Not since James Comeys statement will you be so thrilled to deep-dive into a piece of writing , or, in this case, an album. Form your own hot take about what Jays reference to Becky with the Good Hair really means!

Balaga from Broadways Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 cast recording This wild Russian party song beats endless reports about the Russian investigation every time.

Despacito remix (Daddy Yankee and Luis Fonsi, featuring Justin Bieber) May the emergent song of summer spark a new wave of Latin pop that transports you far, far away from Trumps travel ban.

Books

Harry Potter and Hercule Poirot fanfiction This crossover fanfic between the boy wizard and Agatha Christies most famous detective is an addictive palate cleanser.

Al Franken, Giant of the Senate Musings from one of the original entertainer-turned-politicians prove that having political-outsider status isnt always catastrophicIn Frankens case, its totally hilarious.

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