Is Bruce Jenner Fervor Good For Trans Community?
Robert Siegel speaks with freelance journalist Parker Molloy about the notion of celebrity spokespeople and what it means (or doesn't) for trans individuals.
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Huffington Post Bets People Will Read Good News — And Share It, Too
Arianna Huffington says readers need more positive news coverage, so her site is launching an effort focused on good stories. Their shareability may make "What Works" a smart business move, too.
Family Flees To 'Schitt's Creek' — That's 'Schitt' With A C
Eugene Levy and his son, Daniel Levy, star in Schitt's Creek on the CBC and Pop TV. The Levys talk with NPR's Scott Simon about the comedy, family dynamics and what it's like to work together.
'Better Call Saul,' The Prequel To 'Breaking Bad,' Stands On Its Own
The new AMC show is about public defender Jimmy McGill, who adopts a sleazy new persona as Saul Goodman. The show has the same tight plots, rich characters and delicious twists as its parent series.
Bob Odenkirk Brings Some Laughs To 'Breaking Bad'
Lawyer Saul Goodman knows how to bend the law, or break it, depending on his clients' needs. Odenkirk talks about playing the comedic character, and the origins of Saul's comb-over.
Does Binge-Watching Make Us Depressed? Good Question
Recent headlines make it sound as if watching just a few episodes at night can make us depressed and lonely. OK, more than a few. But the science on binge-watching is just getting started.
ABC Tones Down Author's 'Fresh Off The Boat' For Sitcom Audience
ABC will break an important boundary in television Wednesday night with the debut of Fresh Off the Boat. It's the first network sitcom in two decades to star an Asian-American family.
A Skilled Cast Perks Up The Sweet And Funny 'Fresh Off The Boat'
It's true that Fresh Off The Boat is the rare story about an Asian-American family. But it's equally important to note that it's a funny and warm comedy with a lot of promise.
'Fresh Off The Boat' Repackages The Asian-American Story For TV
The TV show, based on Eddie Huang's memoir, retains some of the book's raw sensibility, but as he tells it, it's been a fight to keep his life's story from becoming a "cornstarch sitcom."
Left Shark Stands Out At Super Bowl Halftime Show
The left shark caught the eye of viewers because it wasn't a particularly good dancer. So much so, that left shark has become a verb — meaning to fail about or phone it in.