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Conan O'Brien proves a worthy recipient of Mark Twain award in a new Netflix special
by David Bianculli
Back in March, a group of comic luminaries — from John Mulaney to Nikki Glaser — gathered at the Kennedy Center to celebrate O'Brien for receiving the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.
Donna Karan On Motherhood, Fashion And Designing The Perfect Pair Of Jeans
When Donna Karan started her brand in 1984, she thought it would be "a little company." Four decades later, she looks back on her life, her legacy and leaving her company. Her memoir is My Journey.
'Fargo' Returns, With An Oddball Style Reminiscent Of 'Twin Peaks'
by David Bianculli
The FX-drama series Fargo begins its second season Monday with a new story and cast. TV critic David Bianculli says the new season is full of charm, and "ridiculously loaded" with great performances.
Steve Jobs: The Story Of The Man Behind The Personal Computer
The Apple founder spoke with Fresh Air's Terry Gross in 1996. Later, after he was diagnosed with cancer, Jobs asked Walter Isaacson to write his biography. Isaacson spoke to Fresh Air Oct. 25, 2011.
'Steve Jobs' Shrinks Its Subject To Fit Hollywood's Simplistic Template
Aaron Sorkin's new film follows the rise of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs. Critic David Edelstein says the film begins with an overflowing, Shakespearean quality, but turns banal by its third act.
Patti Smith Reveals Her Solitary Soul In The 'M Train'
by Maureen Corrigan
'Son Of Saul' Brings Viewers To The Heart Of The Nazi Death Machine At Auschwitz
Son of Saul, set in a Nazi death camp in 1944, won the Grand Prix at this year's Cannes Film Festival. Director László Nemes and star Géza Röhrig discuss the film with Fresh Air's Terry Gross.
'Gates Of Gold' Showcases Los Lobos' Musical Influences And Extends The Band's Sound
by Ken Tucker
Now in its fourth decade of music-making, Los Lobos just released its first studio album since 2010. Rock critic Ken Tucker says Gates of Gold is "full of thick, mysterious music."