In 'Rap Sh!t,' women in rap strive and thrive
A new comedy series created by Issa Rae taps into the complexities of being an aspiring female rapper in the age of social media.
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George Clooney and Gladys Knight are among the 2022 Kennedy Center honorees
The awards recognize a lifetime of achievement in the performing arts. This year they'll go to George Clooney, Amy Grant, Gladys Knight, Tania León and U2.
Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward and the complex legacy of 'The Last Movie Stars'
A new documentary series directed by Ethan Hawke is a close examination of the lives and careers of Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward, one of Hollywood's most revered long marriages.
'The Bear' dishes up a sneaky, smart show that's just as manic as restaurant life
Set in a sandwich shop in Chicago, this sharply written eight-part series is stingingly accurate about restaurant work — the merciless stresses, oversized personalities and battlefield camaraderie.
Netflix loses nearly 1 million subscribers. That's the good news
The streaming service had forecast that it would lose 2 million subscribers. The less severe loss, combined with a projection of growth in July to September, helped lift Netflix's battered stock.
Desus and Mero changed late night TV. Now, their show is ending after 4 seasons
Desus and Mero are ending their Showtime comedy show after four seasons. The duo started with a podcast but left a lasting imprint on late night TV.
'Ms. Marvel' head writer says the show is a deeply personal superhero story
Ms. Marvel is the first show or film in the Marvel universe to feature a Muslim hero. Head writer Bisha K. Ali drew on her own experiences growing up in England as the child of Pakistani-born parents.
What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend listening and viewing
Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: For All Mankind, The Witcher, the BeReal app, and more.
In HBO's reality series 'The Rehearsal,' participants practice real-life scenarios
Part comedy, part drama, Nathan Fielder's new show is a social experiment of sorts, where people work within elaborate sets to try to figure out ways to resolve complicated real-life situations.
Five takeaways from the 2022 Emmy nominations
There's been record TV production this year - so why were so many categories dominated by performers from a handful of shows?