Comedian Larry Wilmore Reflects On End Of 'The Nightly Show'
The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore comes to an end this week. Host and comedian Larry Wilmore reflects on the show's failures and successes.
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John McLaughlin, TV Pioneer of Raucous Political Punditry, Dies at 89
McLaughlin's provocative political talk shows anticipated the current TV verbal battleground. He knew he was breaking the traditional mold of political talk shows as forums for polite disagreement.
Snark Aside, Julie Klausner Says 'Difficult People' Is Inspired By Love
Klausner plays an unsuccessful comic who quips about celebrities in her Hulu series. She says that she and her co-star Billy Eichner bonded over their shared love of show business and pop culture.
Comedy Central Cancels 'Nightly Show With Larry Wilmore'
Wilmore has had a few viral moments but mostly the show was unable to connect with viewers and build ratings. It will air for the last time on Thursday.
Bill Cosby Loses Another Round In His Legal Battles
A federal appeals court has rejected the entertainer's bid to reseal his deposition testimony about drugging women he wanted to have sex with.
Larry Wilmore's 'Nightly Show' Will Air For The Last Time Thursday
Cancellation of the satirical news show comes a year and a half into its run. It had replaced The Colbert Report. Comedy Central's president said it wasn't "resonating" with audiences.
Judge Overturns Conviction Of 'Making A Murderer' Subject Brendan Dassey
A federal judge in Wisconsin has overturned Dassey's homicide conviction. The story rose to national prominence when it was chronicled on the Netflix documentary series "Making a Murderer."
Simone Manuel Wins Olympic Gold. That's A Really Big Deal
When the 20-year-old won gold Thursday night, she wasn't just an athlete excelling at her sport. She was a symbol for what should have been self-evident all along: Swimming is for everyone.
New TV Series Rely On Nostalgia To Hook Viewers
From Happy Days to The Wonder Years, television has long looked to the past for inspiration. Some new shows dig into 1980s and '90s nostalgia: The Get Down, Stranger Things and MacGyver among them.
Pop Culture Happy Hour: 'Steven Universe' And The Games We Play
Kat Chow and Gene Demby join the show for thoughts on a groundbreaking Cartoon Network series and various card and board games. And, as always, we close with What's Making Us Happy this week.