Chris Wheatley

Joined: Sep 16, 2022

Chris Wheatley is an author, journalist and musician based in Oxford, UK. His writing has featured in Songlines, Vintage Rock Magazine, What Culture, Loudwire, London Jazz News, Longreads, and many other websites and publications.

Don’t skip this just because it’s still snowing.

The Real Reason You Should Keep Washing Your Car Every Winter

You never forget your first real heartbreak.

12 of the Most Unforgettable Books About Doomed Romances

If you see frost, it's a sign to back off.

Can You Still Mow Your Lawn in the Winter?

Might want to change into a clean pair, though.

Is Sleeping With Your Socks on Actually a Good Thing?

Turning off all those notifications can be a game-changer.

Airplane Mode vs. Do Not Disturb Mode: What’s the Difference?

Are the airplane and Do Not Disturb modes on your smartphone really all that different? Discover the benefits of these two settings and how they diverge.

They don't have an unlimited shelf life.

Is It Time To Replace Your Water Bottle? Here’s How To Tell

When is it time to bid farewell to your trusty water bottle? Here's what to look for, plus why it’s such a big problem in the first place.

Leaving a phone to charge all day long? Probably best to avoid it.

You’re Probably Charging Your Phone Wrong

Discover the truth behind some of the biggest smartphone battery myths, like whether charging your phone fully—or overnight—is actually as bad as some tech experts suggest.

Experts say that it pays to proceed with caution.

Is It Really Possible To Have a Heart Attack Shoveling Snow?

Worried about the health risks that come with shoveling show? Here's what you need to know, plus a few tips for how to do it safely.

David Schwimmer and Courteney Cox boogie down for the new year on 'Friends.'

18 of the Most Memorable New Year-Themed TV Episodes

Revisit classic New Year-themed episodes of beloved TV shows like ‘Friends,’ ‘The Office,’ ‘30 Rock,’ ‘The X-Files,’ ‘M.A.S.H.,’ and beyond.

It's a good idea to prioritize it after getting back from a trip.

Your Luggage Is Absolutely Disgusting—Here’s How to Clean It

Get your suitcase ready for holiday travel season with these luggage cleaning tips, including what steps you can probably just avoid.

Most folks don't like it—so here's what to do about it.

5 Easy Hacks for Getting AI Out of Your Google Search Results

Tired of seeing AI-generated responses at the top of each Google search engine results page? From how to set up a custom Google search engine to using specific operator codes, these hacks will come in handy.

It isn't as complicated as it might seem.

The Right (And Wrong) Way to Wash an Electric Blanket

Stressed about how to wash an electric blanket? Luckily, it isn’t nearly as complicated as it might seem.

Delve into the rich genre of Afrofuturism with these fascinating reads.

8 Afrofuturism Novels Worth Adding to Your Collection

These fascinating Afrofuturism novels from authors like Octavia Butler and Colson Whitehead are a great way to discover more about this genre.

Secret societies and dark cabals? You'll find plenty of them in these tomes.

From Murders to Mysterious Codes: 6 of the Best Dark Academia Novels

From murder mysteries to secret societies and more, the best dark academia novels from Donna Tartt and other authors capture the macabre in the most unlikely of places.

Films like "Frances Ha" help capture the nuance and uniqueness of the Big Apple.

11 Great Films Set in New York City

You don't have to be in the Big Apple to love these films set in New York City, like “Saturday Night Fever,” “Frances Ha,” and more.

Some of these movies were so dangerous to make, even the directors themselves suffered injuries.

10 Infamous Films That Spelled Disaster For Their Famous Directors

From Werner Herzog’s ‘Fitzcarraldo’ to John McTiernan's 2002 remake of ‘Rollerball,’ these legendary cult films nearly drove their directors to the brink.