The Spare Child

By Emma Galgano

On Jan. 10, the Duke of Sussex published a memoir, “Spare,” which has been electrified with outrage. The memoir sold 1.43 million copies on the first day of sale, making it the fastest-selling nonfiction book of all time, according to Fox News. However, despite its massive popularity, the memoir did not portray Harry or his family positively, but instead, it depicted him as egotistical and tonedeaf.

This article, however, will have no “spoilers,” as Harry and his wife, American actress Meghan Markle, have already broken their silence many times about why they left their royal duties and why they have left the United Kingdom, where Harry’s father is now King, for California.

The memoir was dedicated to “Meg and Archie and Lili ... and, of course, my mother.” According to CNBC, it was ghostwritten by J.R. Moehringer, who has ghostwritten books for a handful of celebrities, including tennis star Andre Agassi and Nike founder Phil Knight.

The Duke’s memoir reminded me of a reality television show: something you don’t want to enjoy but cannot look away from it. Although the biography is practically royal slander, and at times it feels morally wrong to read, the vivid stories are so entertaining and drama-filled that you cannot stop reading.

Prince Harry opens his book on the day he was told that his mother, Princess Diana, had died in a car accident in France. Harry was 12-years old, confused, and devastated. His mother’s death seems to be a defining moment in Harry’s life, and throughout “Spare,” he uses it to explain moments that he is not proud of (like drug use, bad relationships, and family issues).

When Harry was in his 20s, he and his brother demanded to see the full file on their mother’s death. They realized that the last thing their mother probably saw were flashes of light from a photographer’s camera.

Prince Harry spends much of his story blasting the British press and paparazzi and blaming them for his mother’s death and their mistreatment of Meghan, before and after their marriage. The devastation over Diana’s death is what caused Harry to realize that the press would never leave his family alone and that his safety and sanity were at stake.

The title of the book “Spare” is an interesting choice. Harry, as second son to Charles, is a “spare,” as he would have only become king if his brother, William, Prince of Wales, died. Now that William has three children, it is very unlikely that Harry will ever inherit the throne.

Prince Harry spends the middle section of the book retelling stories of his time in the military as a pilot. Harry is very proud of his service and the way he rose through the military ranks.

This set him apart from his brother, who also served in the military but also spent more time in school and attended to more royal duties. Harry even mentioned how many lives he killed in Afghanistan and the heavy toll that took on him, even as he knew it was his duty.

While Harry writes as an individual separate from his famous family, naming himself “spare” obviously links him to the “heir.” Harry states several times in the book that he loves his brother William, and his wife Catherine (Kate). However, the book is filled with insults and blame toward them.

He calls the future king “Willy,” and he mentions his receding hairline, blames William and Kate for his Nazi costume many years ago, blames Kate for making Meghan cry before the wedding, accuses William of assaulting him, and hints that it was William and his press office that leaked negative and personal information about Meghan for years. In “Spare,” Harry rips apart his brother while also claiming that he loves his family.

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“Spare” is an interesting read, and the Audible version is narrated by Prince Harry himself. If you are looking for new information, you won’t get much, as he and his wife have been doing countless interviews and a Netflix show. In his book, Harry proves why he is the “spare.” He has a hard time getting out of his brother’s shadow and acts like the younger, jealous brother that the name “spare” implies. In other ways, though, the book is a love song to his mother and his wife, and for that, Harry is a gentleman.

Endless Tension and Emotion in a Tight Kitchen

By Benji Cutler

Have you ever watched a television series that has made you panic, smile, laugh, and cry in the span of a 30-minute episode? Created by Christopher Storer and starring Jeremy Allen White, “The Bear” accomplishes just that. “The Bear” is an eight- episode series, released in June 2022 on Hulu, that follows a man named Carmen, or Carmy, who has to take over his late brother’s sloppy and hectic res- taurant in Chicago.

Jeremy Allen White leads the show as Carmy, who was a successful chef in New York City before his brother died. Michael, Carmy’s brother, leaves behind a restaurant that is destined to fail in the near future, as it is damaged and rusty. However, Carmy is determined to turn the restaurant around and make it into an organized and successful place, although he knows that it’s not as easy as it seems.

What this show nails right from the first episode is its atmosphere. The actors, cinematographers, writers, editors, and directors all contribute to truly making Carmy’s restaurant, The Beef, feel so lived in and real. Every character is full of layers, and the show brilliantly makes the audience believe that these fictional characters are real people with full, human lives.

Not only are the charac- ters written and developed superbly, but each cast member is phenomenal in their own roles. Jeremy Allen White leads the way in unbelievable fashion, as his emotional range from calm to furious is unreal. Everybody alongside him somehow lives up to his high standards as well, especially from the brilliant performances of Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Richie, Ayo Edebiri as Sydney, and Liza Colón Zayas as Tina.

Additionally, the camera work is top notch throughout the series. The show is very fast- paced, and the editing adds to that stressful and hectic feel. As the setting of the series is a res- taurant, there are many moments where the food is shown off, and it will immediately make you hungry. However, what makes this series’ cinematography stand out are the long takes.

There are many instanc- es where the camera will not cut for several minutes, and it is truly hard to believe how the actors and people behind the scenes could pull it off. In particular, the majority of episode seven, “Review,” is a long take without any cuts or edits, and it builds such a stress-inducing feeling in the audience. This particular episode shows the greatness of “The Bear,” as it perfectly cap- tures the tension and emotion built into the characters and the restaurant.

The location itself also plays as its own character, and the restaurant of The Beef is utilized brilliantly. This first season revolves around this restaurant and how each character wants to succeed in a different way. One character wants to completely create a brand-new system for the chefs, while one wants to keep things exactly the same. The conflict between the characters branches from the restaurant itself, which is such a brilliant decision for the show.

The tight kitchen with little breathing room builds tension so efficiently, as some of the blame for the characters’ decisions can be given to the hectic atmosphere of their working space. The messy and un- organized feel of the restaurant brings the best and the worst out of each character, making the moments of success feel so much better and the moments of failure feel that much worse. It is so easy to sympathize with each and every staff member at The Beef, due to the wonderful writing and character development.

Not to mention, this show consists of eight 30-min- ute episodes, which is very min- imal compared to iconic shows such as “Stranger Things” or “Breaking Bad.” However, through fast pacing and phe- nomenal dialogue, the actors and writers don’t waste a single moment, making every scene both memorable and meaning- ful. There is never a feeling of boredom, as every moment either offers great humor, emo- tion, or tension.

“The Bear” is likely best for adult viewers (high school and up). The show contains strong language, and addition- ally, it confronts some sensitive topics (i.e., suicide). However, if you feel comfortable with these aspects, “The Bear” is a must- watch series on Hulu, and it is one of my personal favorites of 2022. Season 2 will premiere during early summer of 2023, so now is the perfect time to catch up on the show.

Top Five: Chain Restaurants

By Bradley Lederer

One of the questions we ask ourselves every day is, “What do I want to eat?” As someone who often eats out and enjoys a quick and relatively inexpensive meal, I have acquired a list of my top five chain restaurants that I recommend for Pulse readers.

My No. 1 favorite chain restaurant has to be Shake Shack. For those of you who have never been to Shake Shack, which is probably only a few of you, this spot is the best because of the good quality food.

My personal favorite sandwich at Shake Shack is the Shack Stack, which is a single cheeseburger, and on top of that is a fried mushroom with cheese on it. It is super delicious, and I 100% recommend it to Pulse readers. This burger in my opinion is the best because each bite has a good mix of burger, cheese, and mushroom. The bun on the burger is a sweet potato bun that melts in your mouth with each bite.

The fries at Shake Shack are also good because they are crispy and crinkle cooked. I usually would get two orders of fries just because of how good they are.

Option No. 2 is Chipotle. I love Chipotle because it is a cheap option that I could eat every day. At Chipotle, I usually get a burrito or bowl. The ingredients, such as the chicken and steak, are cooked to perfection and are complemented with other toppings. Chipotle is also an affordable option, as it usually costs me around $15 for my meal. I love to eat chipotle during lunch, or even dinner, because of how consistently Chipotle make its food.

I like Chipotle because it has great chicken and steak options. My favorite is the steak burrito with pinto beans, cheese, sour cream, and lettuce. The steak is always perfectly cooked to the point where it’s tender but still has a little bit of a bite to it.

My No. 3 choice is Chick- fil-A. Chick-fil-A is also on my list because of its food. Their chicken sandwiches are good and are relatively inexpensive as well. I usually eat Chick-fil-A in Florida, because it is more available there, but there are a couple of Chick-fil-As in New York and Connecticut. Chick-fil-A is a great option to eat during a late night out or even a lunch party. During one of my football dinners this year, the parents kindly got us Chick-fil-A. Everyone on the team loved it, and that is why Chick-fil-A is so high on my list.

McDonald’s is No. 4. McDonald’s is a great place to get fast food. It has delicious burgers and fries, as well as other delicious foods like chicken nuggets and apple pies. I especially love their fries because they are loaded with salt. On top of that, they are probably the most iconic fast-food french fries. The McFlurries are also good. I get the Oreo McFlurry, which is my favorite, and so do most people. McDonald’s is always a inexpensive and reliable fast-food option, which is why it is No. 4 on my list.

The final chain restaurant on my list is Subway, which is my No. 5 pick. Subway is a great place to eat if you are craving a inexpensive sandwich. At Subway, you can build your own sub. My go-to is a 6-inch Italian sub with steak, mozzarella cheese, and mayo. It is a good reliable eating option for every day.

An honorable mention on my list is only available in some states, and that is Burger Fi. Burger Fi is a very good chain restaurant, but sadly there are no locations in the Tri-State area yet. I love its burgers and fries. They are cooked on the grill and smashed down into small patties.

Next time you decide to eat out, you can refer to The Pulse and use my suggestions to pick a chain restaurant.