A Show That Lovingly Pokes Fun at Gen Z
This culture column features recommendations from an editor, highlighting the FX show 'Adults' for its humorous take on Gen Z and the music of DJ Fred Again. The piece serves as a lifestyle guide for readers looking for entertainment suggestions.
Why it matters
It reflects current trends in media consumption and cultural commentary within the Gen Z demographic.
Culture and entertainment recommendations including Adults , Emmylou Harris, and more
Michael Gibson / FX September 20, 2026, 7 AM ET Share Save This is an edition of The Atlantic Daily, a newsletter that guides you through the biggest stories of the day, helps you discover new ideas, and recommends the best in culture. Sign up for it here.
Welcome back to The Daily’s Sunday culture edition, in which one Atlantic writer or editor reveals what’s keeping them entertained. Today’s special guest is Emma Williams, an associate editor who helps oversee the magazine’s social media and has also written about her home state of Texas .
Emma is a habitual rewatcher of Normal People , a show that she says has resonated with her differently over time. She also enjoys listening to her namesake Emmylou Harris, laughing over Adults episodes, and watching Hailee Catalano’s comforting cooking videos.
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