Russell Simmons Has Your Oscars Alternative
Hip hop mogul Russell Simmons talks about his new awards ceremony, the All Def Movie Awards, created in response to the lack of diversity in Hollywood.
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'The Martian' Started As A Self-Published Book
The movie that was nominated for several Oscars began as a self-published book by Andy Weir. NPR's Lynn Neary looks at how an unknown author's book became a hit audio book and major motion picture.
'Whiskey Tango Foxtrot' Dramatizes War Reporter's Experience
In "Whiskey Tango Foxtrot," Tina Fey stars as reporter Kim Barker, on assignment in Afghanistan. Barker joins Rachel Martin to talk about the movie and war reporting.
Some Diverse Views From Academy Members On #OscarsSoWhite
The organization plans to increase diversity after criticism of a very white cast of nominees. A big difference in how some members feel about the changes is based on how they view the Academy's role.
Brie Larson Channeled Own Childhood Experience Into Oscar-Nominated Role
Brie Larson is nominated for an Oscar for her role in "Room." Today we bring an alternate cut of Rachel Martin's October conversation with her.
Why An Ebola Body Collector Will Be Watching The Oscars Tonight
Garmai Sumo is a 29-year-old mom and health worker who collected bodies of Ebola victims during the epidemic — and the main character of an Oscar-nominated documentary.
'Cartel Land' Follows Vigilantes Fighting Mexican Drug Gangs
Director Matthew Heineman embedded himself up close in the action — and the moral ambiguity — of citizen groups who are fighting back against drug cartels in Mexico.
A Bridge To Hollywood Legend: Saying Farewell To The Sixth Street Viaduct
The bridge starred in so many iconic scenes — in films from Grease to Terminator 2 — it had become an icon unto itself. Due to safety concerns, though, the Sixth Street Viaduct is getting torn down.
Commentary: The Best Actor To Never Win An Oscar
Radio 101 commentator, Morgan Rawlings, discusses why she thinks Leonardo DiCaprio is long overdue for an Oscar win.
How 'Oscars' Screens The Salty Moments
Live events aren't for sissies. That's especially true for the sound guys at the Oscars. NPR's Lourdes Garcia-Navarro speaks with Dolby's Steve Venezia about what can go wrong, but usually doesn't.