From cannibalism to cover-up, David Grann sees his new shipwreck mystery as a parable
Steve Inskeep talks to David Grann about his retelling of the dramatic Wager Mutiny of 1741.
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'Succession' Season 4, Episode 4: 'Honeymoon States'
The fallout from last week's earth-shaking episode begins, as Logan Roy's friends and relations (and lackeys) gather at his home.
Streaming changed the Hollywood landscape. Now its writers are voting to go on strike
As members of the Writers Guild of America wrap up voting on whether to authorize a strike, NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks to two writers about the changing content landscape in Hollywood.
It's time for a halftime huddle: 'Ted Lasso' Season 3 should refocus on relationships
The first half of Season 3 hasn't been nearly as rich as earlier seasons. But as Coach Ted might put it: There's still a lot of game left to play.
HBO's 'Barry' ends as it began — pushing the boundaries of television
In prior seasons, the former Marine turned low-rent hitman — played by star, writer, director, producer Bill Hader — has ruthlessly eliminated anyone who might discover his secret past as a killer.
'Harry Potter' books will be adapted into a decade-long TV series
Each season will be based on one book in the beloved series by controversial author J.K. Rowling, and the cast will be different from the films. Some fans are unhappy about Rowling's involvement.
Actor John Leguizamo's new TV docuseries spotlights Latino culture
In the MSNBC series "Leguizamo Does America," actor John Leguizamo takes viewers on a trip across the United States in search of ways Latino communities have shaped the nation.
This recent 'Succession' was among the best hours of TV our critic has seen in years
The third episode of Succession's fourth and final season ripped away the show's center in a brilliant and unexpected move. If you haven't seen it yet, it's time to catch up.
'Succession' gets one step closer to finding a successor
NPR's Linda Holmes and Eric Deggans recap the new explosive episode of the HBO series Succession.
'Succession' Season 4, Episode 3: 'Connor's Wedding'
It's time for Connor's wedding. It's time for Roman to choose between Gerri and his father. Unfortunately, Logan won't make it to the celebration.