Melissa Leon

New York

Movies Editor at Vulture

movies editor @vulture

Articles

Ramy Youssef’s Expertly Cynical Take on Muslim American Life After 9/11

4 weeks ago | thedailybeast.com | umber bhatti |Matt Wilstein |Melissa Leon |Brett Bachman

Ramy Youssef can seemingly do it all. He’s created and starred in his titular Hulu series about a young Egyptian-American man navigating his dual identity, taped multiple HBO comedy specials riffing on politics and relationships, and co-created Netflix’s critically acclaimed show Mo, about his real-life friend Mohammed Amer’s experiences as an undocumented Palestinian.
You’ve Got Mail: Spring Cleaning Life’s Inbox

4 weeks ago | raisingarizonakids.com | Melissa Leon

Managing the inboxes of your life doesn’t have to be overwhelming. By adopting streamlined habits and involving your family, you can stay on top of tasks efficiently while teaching your kids valuable organizational skills. Here is how to embrace practical strategies for managing the influx of tasks and messages in your daily life. Touch It OnceOne of the simplest yet most effective methods for managing life’s clutter is to touch each item only once.
Summer Camp Makes Me “Kid-Sick”

1 month ago | raisingarizonakids.com | Melissa Leon

Leaving your child at overnight camp for the first time is an emotional whirlwind—excitement mixed with apprehension. You’ve heard of homesickness, but parents experience something just as real: “kid-sickness.” The worries pile up. Will they be okay without you? Will they make friends? These concerns are natural. But just as camp fosters growth in children, it also teaches parents to embrace change and independence. When I was a child, overnight summer camp was transformative.
Decluttering Your Home with Kids

1 month ago | raisingarizonakids.com | Melissa Leon

Decluttering your home can feel overwhelming, but involving your kids in the process can turn a daunting task into an opportunity for teaching and teamwork. A disorganized house can lead to a cluttered life, but maintaining order doesn’t have to be stressful. By incorporating simple strategies and enlisting your family’s help, you can create a more harmonious living space while teaching valuable life skills to your children. One Room at a TimeThe key to decluttering is tackling one area at a time.
The 10 Best Hotels In Dallas

2 months ago | msn.com | Melissa Leon

Continue reading More for You
Neil Gaiman’s Wife and Her Unusual Silence Over His Victims

Jan 18, 2025 | thedailybeast.com | Royalist Meghan |Nell Scovell |Melissa Leon |Marlow Stern

Accusations that the prominent author Neil Gaiman forced women into painful and unwanted sex were a harrowing read in this week’s New York magazine. The cover story addressed a lot of the same ground as the 2024 Slow Tortoise podcast, Master,” while adding claims from additional alleged victims and another layer of reporting and legal fact checking.
Teaching Teens about Taxes

Nov 20, 2024 | raisingarizonakids.com | Melissa Leon

Taxes may not be the most exciting topic, but teaching your teens about taxes can empower them to understand how their money is spent and used both personally and at the government level.
Teachable Moments For Any Age

Sep 4, 2024 | raisingarizonakids.com | Melissa Leon

Kids, like sponges, soak up all the information around them with all their available senses. They pick up cues from what you say and what you don’t say. They learn about the world around them by observing, doing, and asking questions. The education they receive in the classroom is important, but often, the little teachable moments that happen every day are the ones that may have the longest-lasting impact. As a parent, these teachable moments are all around us; all we have to do is act on them.
How to Save Money for a Down Payment on a House

Jul 22, 2024 | raisingarizonakids.com | Melissa Leon

Watching the housing market can feel like a roller coaster ride, with ups and downs, twists and turns. But let’s simplify it. The first step in your home-buying journey is saving for a down payment. Before diving into other factors like credit scores, loan sizes, interest rates, and home types, focus on building your savings. Here are some practical steps to start your savings process:Start Saving TODAYAs you embark on this journey, remember that you hold the power to shape your financial future.
Save Money this Summer with an Allowance

Jul 9, 2024 | raisingarizonakids.com | Melissa Leon

If you are looking for a way to save money this summer while teaching your kids an important life skill, consider a weekly allowance. An allowance is more than just a weekly handout to children. It’s a practical tool that empowers them. Whether tied to chores or other responsibilities, the allowance is a real-life lesson in financial literacy. It sparks discussions about earning, saving, and budgeting, making these concepts tangible and applicable.