Articles by Nathan Pensky

humor 06.29.11 Sexual Role-Playing With Martin Scorsese

Nathan Pensky is on the set of Scorsese’s latest cinematic seduction.

humor 02.09.11 Instructions for the New Personal Assistant

As Nathan Pensky’s assistant, you’ll need to know how to deal with raccoons, ghosts, and “sex parties.” But don’t worry, this guide is quite comprehensive.

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