Sirin Kale
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Sirin Kale is a feature writer for the Guardian. Twitter @sirin_kale
August 2024
The life and tragic death of John Balson: how a true crime producer documented his own rising horror
His symptoms began with dizziness, headaches, a lack of sleep and panic attacks. Over time, they grew worse. All the while, this beloved husband, father and son was wondering about the role his work played in his illness
July 2024
Zosia Mamet on Girls, acclaim and nepo babies: ‘It’s not like you’re born to a famous family and the red carpet rolls out for you’
She got her big break on Lena Dunham’s hit show – and has since established a great and growing career. The actor and writer discusses Madame Web, introversion and her surprisingly personal essays
June 2024
May 2024
- WeekendComedian Sofie Hagen on eight years of celibacy, the £5 coffee is coming, and Philippa Perry offers advice on reconnecting with a sibling – podcastA flat white can set you back £5.19 in London – but should we swallow it?; Sofie Hagen loves sex – so why has it been 3,089 days since she’s had any?; and psychotherapist and Observer columnist Philippa Perry addresses a reader’s personal problem
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