WWE's Vince McMahon is back after misconduct investigation
Vince McMahon is rejoining the board of WWE several months after he retired from the sports entertainment company during an investigation into alleged misconduct.
Television
A new year means lots of new TV shows and movies. What to expect
With the new year comes new television shows and movies. Two members of NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour team tell us about the TV shows and movies they're looking forward.
More than fame and success, Rosie Perez found what she always wanted — a stable home
Raised in a convent for abandoned kids, The Flight Attendant co-star used to dream of stability and a loving home. Now that she has it, Perez says, "It's priceless." Originally published May 9, 2022.
Bringing 'Fleishman Is in Trouble' to the screen
NPR's Elissa Nadworny speaks with writer Taffy Brodesser-Akner about Fleishman Is in Trouble, the television series based on her hit book of the same name.
What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend viewing, listening and reading
Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: The Menu, dancer Kim Hale, "Girlfriend" by Matthew Sweet, Drink Masters and more.
'Sopranos' actor Michael Imperioli grapples with guilt and addiction in 'White Lotus'
Imperioli plays a sex-addicted Hollywood producer on vacation in Sicily in the HBO show. In '21, he published Woke Up This Morning, an oral history of The Sopranos. Originally broadcast Nov. 15, 2022.
Comic Jerrod Carmichael bares his secrets in 'Rothaniel'
The comic, actor and writer opens up about his name, his family tree and his sexual orientation in an HBO special. "The more honest I am, the freer I am," he says. Originally broadcast April 18, 2022.
Six ways media took a big step backward in 2022
Elon Musk caused Twitter chaos, the streaming industry hit adolescence, late night TV lost its footing, there were lots of layoffs and some dispiriting indications of compassion fatigue.
How Hollywood gets wildfires all wrong — much to the frustration of firefighters
In a time of accelerated climate change, there's a big disconnect between the portrayal of fires on-screen and the reality of the brave people who fight them in real life.
'Reservation Dogs' co-creator says the show gives audiences permission to laugh
Sterlin Harjo says society has a tendency to be "very precious with Native people." His irreverent series follows four teens on a reservation. Originally broadcast Sept. 19, 2022.