Game over? Why some Twitch streamers are burning out
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Keller Gordon, contributor and reporter for NPR's Join the Game, about burnout among professional Twitch streamers.
Games & Humor
'Saints Row' takes players on a crime spree that's goofy, sincere — and a tad glitchy
'Saints Row' presents a sunny sandbox bursting with heists, hijinks, and witty banter. But the new reboot doesn't quite live up to the satisfying gameplay of franchise competitor, 'Grand Theft Auto.'
'Wait Wait' for August 20, 2022: Roadtrip Edition!
Peter and Bill are still tanning on the beach, so this week we bring you another collection of some of our favorite in-person guests.
What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend listening and viewing
Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: Chaka Khan, P-Valley, and more.
New hit video game Cult of the Lamb is adorably unsettling
An unusual videogame called Cult of the Lamb was recently released for several gaming platforms. It flew to the top of the sales charts, and seems to be developing a cult following of its own.
Burnout turned Twitch streamers' dreams of playing games full time into nightmares
Playing video games for a living sounds like a dream job. But toxic fans and demanding schedules can turn that dream into a nightmare.
'Wait Wait' for August 13, 2022: Live from the Past!
It's summertime and the living is still sort of complicated. While we enjoy our summer break, we bring you a show filled with some of our favorite in-person guests!
'Wait Wait' for Aug. 6, 2022: With Not My Job guest Robin Thede
Robin Thede is the creator and star of HBO's A Black Lady Sketch Show, which is nominated for five Emmys this year. But, what does she know about Bob Ross' Joy of Painting, a white dude painting show?
'Wait Wait' for July 30, 2022: With Not My Job guest Jeremy Allen White
Jeremy Allen White is the star of FX's The Bear, the hottest show of the summer. He may know his way around a TV kitchen, but can he answer our three questions about Paddington Bear?
What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend reading, listening and viewing
Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: Stray, Joni Mitchell, and more.