How 'The Sympathizer' depicts the Vietnam War
NPR's Danielle Kurtzleben speaks with culture writer Daniel Chin about how the new HBO series The Sympathizer differs from other Hollywood depictions of the Vietnam War.
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In pursuit of radical honesty, 'Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show' delivers ambiguity
The comedian's HBO Reality Show has been called invasive and narcissistic. But it's also a natural progression of Jerrod Carmichael's work.
Comcast plans to offer a new streaming bundle. Is streaming the new cable?
Comcast announced that it plans to offer a new streaming bundle with Peacock, Netflix and Apple TV+, which sounds a lot like the cable channels packages that consumers left cable TV to get away from.
What took him so long? Colin finally likes Penelope back in 'Bridgerton' season 3
The Netflix show's third season takes on the "friends to lovers" romance trope.
John Mulaney is a strange, brilliantly funny host on 'Everybody's in L.A.'
Each episode of Mulaney's six-part Netflix special is structured loosely around a specific L.A. topic — earthquakes, palm trees, coyotes — and features a mix of real-life experts and stand-up comics.
From child star to 'Abbott,' Tyler James Williams pays it forward to the kids on set
Williams was young when he was thrust into the public eye as the star of Everybody Hates Chris. Now a teacher on Abbott Elementary, he works to help his child actor colleagues feel comfortable.
The origin story of Steve from 'Blue's Clues' is even more wholesome than you think
The heartfelt enthusiasm from a toddler in a dress with yellow flowers landed Steve Burns the iconic hosting gig, bringing joy to generations of tots. Earlier this spring, they met for the first time.
Pioneering stuntwoman Jeannie Epper, of 'Wonder Woman' and 'Charlie's Angels' dies
"We were united in the way that women had to be in order to thrive in a man's world, through mutual respect, intellect and collaboration," Wonder Woman star Lynda Carter posted in a tribute.
Switzerland's Nemo wins Eurovision 2024 in a year of protests
The Swiss singer and rapper was one of two nonbinary artists in the finals at this year's event held in Malmo, Sweden. Meanwhile, protesters called for Israel's disqualification from the contest.
New 'Doctor Who' star Ncuti Gatwa feels 'sad' for critics of show's diversity
Gatwa is the first Black man and the first person born outside the U.K. to play The Doctor. He's candid about how his own life has influenced his take on the role — and about his critics.