Incest, murder, mistaken racial identity and…the Mamas & the Papas? Sheila Weller reveals never-before-published details of the true, twisted saga.
Janis Joplin’s Best Friend Peggy Caserta Remembers Life with the Legend
On the 50th anniversary of Janis Joplin’s breakout as a solo artist—with a movie and book on the way—the legendary singer’s best friend tells of their bond and their escapades—from Haight Ashbury to Woodstock.
Linda Ronstadt on Parkinson’s Disease and Never Singing Again
If you’ve loved Linda Ronstadt’s music, you now have even more reasons to admire her. Sheila Weller looks at the quiet dignity of the superstar as she deals with Parkinson’s Disease.
The Eve Babitz Resurrection and Other “Forgotten” But Cool Women Who Deserve a Revival
The bad girl of the decadent 70s is celebrated in a new book, and Sheila Weller looks at why we should be seeing more under-the-radar women from the past get their moment in the sun.
Donna Ladd: From a Wall-to-Wall Racist Childhood to Equality Fighter in Mississippi
The leader of the “Jackson Free Press” rose above her poor, white background in rural Mississippi to fight for equality 24/7.
Susan Zirinsky Is the First Female President of CBS News—But Getting There Wasn’t Easy
From sexism to (ridiculously) small desks, she overcame it all and rose from underdog to top dog. Sheila Weller explores why this dynamo is the perfect person for the job.
Pegi Young: Remembering Her Talent and Passion Well Beyond Her Role as a Famous Man’s Wife
She was married for years to Neil Young, and all eyes were on her when he left her for a younger woman. But those headlines don’t begin to capture the power of this amazing woman.
How to Lose a Husband: Saying Goodbye to Your Other Half
Determined to find beauty and meaning as her husband’s health declined, Debbie Phillips came up with a plan. Here, she shares it with NextTribe’s Sheila Weller.
Fat-Shaming, Single Motherhood: Mama Cass’ Daughter Shares the Untold Story
It wasn’t easy to be the “fat girl” in the band, but Cass Elliot built an unconventional career that rocked the culture. For the first time, Owen Elliot-Kugell shares the story of her mother’s struggles.
Peggy Lipton on Aging, Dating, and Her Best Anxiety Cure
The counter-culture Golden Girl tells Sheila Weller about breaking racial taboos, her cancer battle—and the greatest gift her daughters gave her.
