This Week In Race: Immigration Headaches, Oscar Glow and POTUS At The Blacksonian
If the human rights aspect of (deportation) doesn't interest you, the prospect of $8 avocados and double-digit fast food might.
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Reading The Game: Shadow Of Mordor
As part of our occasional series on storytelling in video games, we're looking at a game where the story fails: Shadow of Mordor, which won awards for its gameplay, but lacks a compelling narrative.
'Get Out' Offers Sharp Satire Along With The Scares
Get Out is an impressively accomplished directorial debut says NPR film critic Bob Mondello.
Beyonce Cancels On Coachella, Planning To Return In 2018
One of the world's biggest stars pulls out from one of the world's largest festivals — on doctor's orders.
'Chappelle's Show' Co-Creator Moves Into The Limelight With '3 Mics'
After the abrupt ending of Chappelle's Show, Neal Brennan turned to stand-up. "I needed to be more self-determining, and the most self-determining thing you can do in comedy is stand-up," he says.
'Top Chef' Is Delivering A Satisfying Season Right On Time
If you need a lift and a bit of diversion, it's not too late to enjoy the last two episodes of an awfully satisfying season of Top Chef.
Late Night TV Shows Take Aim At Trump, Score Well In Ratings
Late night TV shows heavy on sharp satire of President Donald Trump are scoring well in the ratings. NPR takes a look at the phenomenon.
What A Classic '50s Western Can Teach Us About The Hollywood Blacklist
Author Glenn Frankel says the 1952 film High Noon was inspired by the toxic political climate of the time. "People ... felt they want to get their country back," Frankel says.
Singer And Actor David Cassidy Says He Has Dementia
"I was in denial, but a part of me always knew this was coming," the former teen idol, 66, says of his condition.
In 'Get Out,' Jordan Peele Tackles The 'Human Horror' Of Racial Fear
Jordan Peele discusses his new film in which he addresses the politics of race. It's about an African-American man meeting his white girlfriend's family for the first time and the horror that ensues.