Judith Newmann

New York

Writer and Speaker at Freelance

Help Desk Columnist at The New York Times

NYT "Help Desk" columnist, author of "To Siri With Love," chronic retweeter of dogs.

Articles

These Books Might Help You Be a Better Friend

1 month ago | nytimes.com | Judith Newmann

In an era of loneliness, friends are more important than ever. How do we find, and keep, these connections? When I was young and couldn't sleep, I'd count the people I'd kissed. Now that I'm, well, a little less young, I count the people I can call a friend. Both lists give me happiness. But I'd argue the second list gives me life. The assessment that friends give life is not hyperbole.
It's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's Comedy Gold

Feb 29, 2024 | nytimes.com | Judith Newmann

SURELY YOU CAN'T BE SERIOUS: The True Story of "Airplane!," by David Zucker, Jim Abrahams and Jerry Zucker. Read by the authors with a supporting cast. "You ever seen a grown man naked?"As Captain Oveur in "Airplane!,"the handsome, stone-faced Peter Graves delivers to a starry-eyed child an immortal line in movie history, one of many in the 1980 classic that would be unthinkable in 2024.
¿Por qué 488 golden retrievers se reunieron en Escocia?

Jul 27, 2023 | nytimes.com | Judith Newmann

¿Cómo se escuchan 488 golden retrievers ladrando? Imagina la sensación de impotencia que podrías sentir cuando el bebé de otra persona está llorando y no puedes resolver el problema. Ahora, multiplícalo por 488. Luego, agrega una lluvia torrencial y una embestida de mosquitos. El Times Una selección semanal de historias en español que no encontrarás en ningún otro sitio, con eñes y acentos. ¿Por qué la cacofonía? Alrededor de las 4:00 p. m.
Why almost 500 golden retrievers gathered in same place

Jul 26, 2023 | irishtimes.com | Judith Newmann

What is the sound of 488 golden retrievers barking? Imagine the sense of helplessness you might feel when someone’s baby is crying and you can’t solve the problem. Then multiply by, oh, 488. Then add in drenching rain and an onslaught of midges. Why the cacophony?
¿Por qué 488 ‘golden retrievers’ se reunieron en Escocia?

Jul 26, 2023 | infobae.com | Judith Newmann

¿Cómo se escuchan 488 “golden retrievers” ladrando? Imagina la sensación de impotencia que podrías sentir cuando el bebé de otra persona está llorando y no puedes resolver el problema. Ahora, multiplícalo por, guau, 488. Luego, agrega una lluvia torrencial y una embestida de mosquitos. ¿Por qué la cacofonía? Alrededor de las 4:00 p. m.
Why did 488 golden retrievers gather in Scotland?

Jul 25, 2023 | nzherald.co.nz | Judith Newmann

The moment that everyone has been waiting for arrives at the Guisachan Gathering, a kind of convention for golden retrievers, when the group photo is taken. Photo / Roddy Mackay, The New York TimesAbout every five years, owners and their dogs travel to Guisachan in the Highlands to celebrate the anniversary of the breed’s founding. This year’s edition was the biggest yet. What is the sound of 488 golden retrievers barking?
Why Did 488 Golden Retrievers Gather in Scotland?

Jul 25, 2023 | wral.com | Judith Newmann

What is the sound of 488 golden retrievers barking? Imagine the sense of helplessness you might feel when someone’s baby is crying and you can’t solve the problem. Then multiply by, oh, 488. Then add in drenching rain and an onslaught of midges. Why the cacophony?
Stuck in a Rut? You’re Not Alone.

May 3, 2023 | nytimes.com | Judith Newmann