Gallery Gives Movie Star Marlene Dietrich The Big-Picture Treatment
A photography exhibition in Washington, D.C., shows the journey from Berlin schoolgirl to glamorous actress.
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Actor Ben Falcone And His Dad On The Funny Side Of Fatherhood
Ben learned a lot about fatherhood from his own dad, Steve Falcone. In honor of Father's Day, they spoke to NPR about their most memorable father-son moments. Ben's new book is Being a Dad is Weird.
Summer TV Starts Strong With These June Premieres
Critic Eric Deggans has a preview of all the good TV coming out in June, from a returning British cop drama (Broadchurch) to a show about the sports world's weirdest televised product (GLOW).
What Does Mistrial In Cosby's Case Mean In Court Of Public Opinion?
On this Father's Day, NPR's TV critic Eric Deggans analyzes the impact of the mistrial in the sexual assault case against superstar comic and philanthropist, Bill Cosby — once known as America's Dad.
'Democracy In Chains' Traces The Rise Of American Libertarianism
Nancy MacLean's book stretches back to 19th century Vice President — and ardent secessionist — John C. Calhoun to find the roots of modern libertarianism, which she calls a threat to democracy.
Julius Caesar Production Closes, But Debate Over Art And Politics Likely to Rage On
A production of Shakespeare's Julius Caesar that ends Sunday has drawn the ire of conservatives for its depiction of President Trump as the ill-fated Roman politician.
DAAAAAAAD! On Father's Day, An Homage To The Terrible Jokes They Tell
"Dad jokes are just a verbal form of play," says behavioral scientist Peter McGraw. "It's just a different way to tickle and roughhouse with your kids."
'Sit, Walk, Don't Talk': An Author Finds Comfort At A Silent Meditation Retreat
When faced with a problem, not everyone wishes to talk about it. Jennifer Howd writes about this issue in her memoir Sit, Walk, Don't Talk, which chronicles her healing at a silent meditation retreat.
Yoko Ono Joins John Lennon With Credit Line For Writing 'Imagine'
The song "Imagine" is an international anthem of peace and, well, imagination. Until this week, John Lennon had sole credit for writing the song, but in his lifetime, Lennon wanted that changed.
Capitol Hill To Undergo Changing Of The Guard With New Poet Laureate
The Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Tracy K. Smith has been named the newest poet laureate by the Library of Congress. She talks about the challenges of the job ahead.