Ana Valens, Author at We Got This Covered

Ana Valens

Ana Valens is the former managing editor for We Got This Covered. She is a reporter and published author best known for her work on internet subcultures and sexuality. Alongside her work at WGTC, she has previously contributed to the Daily Dot, Vice, Allure, Fanbyte, Polygon, and Autostraddle.

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Marin Kitagawa in cosplay costume

The best ecchi anime series

It's lewd, but tasteful. Usually.

Officer Kingery in Live PD

TikTok’s Officer Kingery Is Gone. Here’s The Sexual Assault Allegations Explained

He was one of the most popular influencers on conservative TikTok.

Makima from Chainsaw Man

Anime NYC’s most popular anime won’t come as a surprise—but a fan-favorite was practically MIA

One of the most popular anime of all time was surprisingly missing at Anime NYC this year, usurped by Chainsaw Man.

Promo for Sex and the City

Step aside, Sex and the City — HBO’s new sex comedy is way more popular

Sex and the City changed the way American women talked about sex. Now, this series is doing the same for college women.

Sherlock

An iconic Benedict Cumberbatch Christmas hit is taking over Amazon

You might have missed everyone's favorite Tumblr sexyman in this iconic Christmas classic, but worry not⏤you can stream it now!

A gag from The Santa Clause

One of the weirdest Christmas movies ever is taking over Disney Plus

It's a strange film about a strange man who transforms into a strange Christmas legend. But this '90s classic is worth a watch.

Don Cheadle in Space Jam 2

This controversial sequel to a beloved ’90s classic is dominating HBO

Not everyone is a fan of this sequel to a '90s classic. But audiences on HBO Max are eager to return to this beloved franchise.

A woman of color reads a book

‘Obscenity’ book bans are back—and they’re hurting queer readers, students of color

There's a long history of censorship under the "obscenity" claim. And that history is becoming more relevant than ever.

Anime NYC's mascot with a red gradiant

Anime NYC’s Omicron scare asks, ‘Are we ready for COVID conventions?’

Was Anime NYC really prepared for this convention? The answer reveals the tragic reality of our pandemic con status.

Clifford from Clifford the Big Red Dog

‘Clifford the Big Red Dog’ just isn’t as popular as this iconic adult cartoon

Clifford is a big deal, but he just isn't as much of a draw as this well-received recently released pandemic special.