Pop Culture Happy Hour: 'Jupiter Ascending' And On-Screen Chemistry
On this week's show: the Wachowskis' new kooky space adventure, the power of chemistry, and what's making us happy this week.
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If Apple Made iMilk And Nike Sold Fruit: Designer Groceries As Art
A designer has reimagined a host of everyday edibles as high-end grocery items. It's a project that explores how branding influences our purchases — and where the ethical boundaries lie for designers.
Space Station Astronauts In Star Wars-Themed Crew Pic
First there was suited-up astronaut Leland Melvin posing with his dogs. Now, a Space Station crew set for launch in September has donned Jedi robes.
Miniseries Explores The Ugly Fallout Of A Disciplinary 'Slap'
In The Slap, NBC takes on the touchy issue of corporal punishment. The show begins at a Brooklyn barbecue with a dad hitting another parent's out-of-control 5-year-old.
The Morning After 'The Daily Show' Began To Look To The Future
Linda Holmes and Stephen Thompson of Pop Culture Happy Hour talk about the aftermath of Jon Stewart's farewell from The Daily Show and what might come next for him and his show.
After 16 Years, Jon Stewart Is Leaving 'The Daily Show'
The surprising announcement from Comedy Central suggests the show will carry on with a new host after its host of 16 years takes his leave later this year.
Mexican TV Icon Roberto Gómez Bolaños Dies At 85
The actor, writer and director was a staple of Mexican television comedies and children's programs for decades.
New Comedy 'Schitt's Creek' From Canada Is A Reboot Of 'Green Acres'
The sitcom on Pop network is about a wealthy family that is thrust into poverty. Their interactions with the locals is the main story, and the main source of comedy — and it's worth checking out.
Steven Yeun's 'Glenn': Slaying Zombies And Getting The Girl
The actor talks about his role on The Walking Dead and shares his real-life immigrant story. The hit drama returns to AMC this weekend.
Graphic Novelist Adrian Tomine Takes On The Notorious Long Duk Dong
The cartoonist shared how the cartoonish Sixteen Candles character affected him IRL.