Playboy Magazine, June 2004
Aug. 2, 2023 in PlayBoy 2000s by Wyatt Earp
Playboy's June 2004 issue presents a compelling blend of engaging articles, enticing pictorials, and thought-provoking interviews.
"Feeding Our Deepest Fears" by Dan Baum investigates the rise of genetically modified foods, often referred to as Frankenfoods. This deep dive into the industry looks into the fears surrounding these foods and anticipates the future of this controversial topic.
"Welcome to the Machines" by Steve Morgenstern explores how futuristic digital gadgets are transforming entertainment. From a combination DVD-TiVo unit to a self-programming remote control, the article highlights how technology is revolutionizing our lives.
Playboy's Summer Movie Preview provides a guide to the season's blockbusters, ensuring readers get the most bang for their buck. It features insights into anticipated films like "Spider-Man 2", "The Stepford Wives", and "Anchorman".
"Love and War in Las Vegas" by Scott Dickensheets and Kate Silver explores the lucrative quickie-marriage industry in Sin City, providing a battlefield report on the competitive world of wedding chapels.
"The Fetishized Woman" by Chip Rowe offers an intriguing look into the world of fetishes, delving into the preferences of men who find non-conventional features attractive, from crossed eyes to oversized noses.
"Centerfolds on Sex: Charlotte Kemp" presents a steamy account from the model herself.
The 20Q interview features Jude Law, who discusses his experiences battling robots in "Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow", dealing with British tabloids, and his approach to on-screen romance.
In the fiction section, "The Blind Man's Wife" by Paul Theroux tells the story of a love that takes on new dimensions when one partner loses his sight.
The Playboy Interview of the month is with Derek Jeter, who opens up about his relationship with Alex Rodriguez, his party-boy image, and his interactions with George Steinbrenner.
Pictorial highlights include Playmate of the Year Carmella DeCesare, Playmate Hiromi Oshima, and "Angel" star Charisma Carpenter.