Playboy Magazine, June 1989
July 18, 2023 in PlayBoy 80s by Wyatt Earp
The June 1989 edition of Playboy Magazine encompasses a variety of intriguing interviews, thoughtful articles, compelling fiction, fashion tips, humor, and stunning pictorials.
Opening with a candid conversation with the acclaimed actor Edward James Olmos in the 'Playboy Interview', the magazine gives readers a chance to delve deeper into the life of this versatile artist.
Notable articles include 'Campus Racism' and 'Disillusioned in the Promised Land', which scrutinize racial prejudice and disillusionment in America, and 'Reassessing the Roots', an in-depth exploration of America's racial history. The continuation of the 'Burning Desires: Sex in America' series by Steve Chapple and David Talbot sheds light on the country's sexual trends.
For fiction lovers, the magazine presents 'A Journey' by David I. Nadine Gordi, a riveting story promising an engaging read. The readers also get a peek into the confessions of a pilot in 'Confessions of Captain X'.
In the fashion segment, 'Bodies of Water' by Hollis Wa offers the latest beach fashion trends. This issue's Playmate of the Month is revealed in 'Cable Ready', and 'Playboy's Party Jokes' continues to provide light-hearted humor.
Additional features include a gift guide in 'Playboy's Gifts for Dads & Grads', an adventurous article on parachute firefighters in 'Risky Business: Smoke Jumpers', and a look into the financial aspect of humor in 'Cash & Comedy'.
Pictorial highlights include 'Diff'rent Dana', 'This Playmate of the Year is a Playmate for a Lifetime', and 'Wet and Wild'. The issue concludes with an insightful '20 Questions' segment with actor Nicolas Cage.
The June 1989 issue of Playboy Magazine can be purchased online or found in selected vintage magazine stores.