Rose Matafeo On New HBO Show 'Starstruck'
NPR's Sarah McCammon speaks with comedian and writer Rose Matafeo about her new show, Starstruck, streaming on HBO Max now.
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'Summer Of Soul' Celebrates A 1969 Black Cultural Festival Eclipsed By Woodstock
The Harlem Cultural Festival was filled with stars from soul, R&B, blues and jazz and drew more than 300,000 people. Questlove directs this breathtaking chronicle of Black culture in a pivotal moment.
Remembering Delia Fiallo, 'Mother Of The Telenovela,' Who Has Died At 96
Delia Fiallo was a legendary and prolific author of Latin American telenovelas, opening the storylines and themes of these beloved series. She died at home in Florida on Tuesday.
Telenovela Pioneer Delia Fiallo Dead At 96
Fiallo was known as the "mother of the telenovela," writing hugely popular stories that were packed with torrid love affairs, amnesia, murders, and more.
After Decades In The Background, Queer Characters Step To The Front In Kids' Media
For decades, children's cartoons have had queer-coded characters in the margins. Now, a new database shows that more animators are pushing for nuanced and overtly queer stories.
Actor Allison Mack Sentenced To 3 Years In Prison For NXIVM Case
The actor known for her role in Smallville was one of the lead recruiters for the cult. Federal prosecutors had asked for leniency on Mack's behalf, for her cooperation with the case.
What To Watch In July: 'Ted Lasso,' 'Black Widow,' Olympics And A Whole Lot More
Summer television and summer movies are colliding on screens this summer, and it can be hard to navigate it all. But not to worry: We've got the highlights you won't want to miss this month.
Conan O'Brien Pushes Silliness Aside As He Wraps Up His Late Night Show
O'Brien ended his 11-year run as the host of the TBS talk show Conan on June 24. Just as with his previous TV farewells, he ended things on a serious note — and with an eye toward the future.
How Uzo Aduba's Mom Helped Prepare Her To Play A Therapist 'In Treatment'
Aduba's mother, who died last year, was a great listener. "She would pause or mute the television, close whatever she was reading, writing and give you her full attention," Aduba says.
Dear Emmy Voters And TV Lovers, Here's What You Shouldn't Miss
As the members of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences wrap up voting on nominations for the Emmys, NPR TV critic Eric Deggans offers a few under-the-radar recommendations.