Culture Reporter Talks Netflix's 'The Circle'
NPR's Michel Martin speaks to Vox culture reporter Aja Romano about Netflix's reality competition show, The Circle.
Television
'First, Last And Always, I Am A Fan': Michael Chabon Steers Latest 'Star Trek'
The Pulitzer prize-winning author says he never had the "chutzpah" to dream of writing for Star Trek. But now, he's showrunner and executive producer on Star Trek: Picard on CBS All Access.
'Nora From Queens' Is, And Is Not, Awkwafina
Awkwafina's career has ranged from rap to Crazy Rich Asians to a Golden Globe for The Farewell. Now, she's putting down a lot of her old habits in a new Comedy Central series.
Intriguing 'Star Trek' Reboot Sends Patrick Stewart's Picard Back Into Space
Star Trek: Picard begins in the year 2399, when the captain, long retired, is tending to his European vineyard. But Picard doesn't stay Earthbound long in this CBS All Access show.
A Very Naughty Boy: Remembering Monty Python's Terry Jones
Comedian, author and filmmaker Terry Jones has died at the age of 77 after suffering from dementia. As part of Monty Python, he was known for his drag characters and for co-writing the "Spam" sketch.
Star Boors: Humanity Is Cruising For A Bruising In Sci-Fi Comedy 'Avenue 5'
It takes HBO's space-cruise comedy (from the creator of Veep and The Thick Of It) a while to find its footing — but that's understandable, given how wonky the ship's gravity turns out to be.
Recording Academy CEO Suspended Amid Misconduct Allegations Ahead Of Grammy Awards
The organization that puts on the annual Grammy Awards says Deborah Dugan has been placed on administrative leave after an allegation of misconduct by a senior female member of the organization.
It's The Age Of Peak TV, Yet Screenwriters And Their Agents Are Fighting
Over 500 scripted TV shows were produced in the U.S. in 2019. But that record output is happening amid an ongoing battle between screenwriters and Hollywood's biggest talent agencies.
Filmed Before The Fires, 'Seven Worlds' Shows Off Australia's Amazing Wildlife
BBC America's new docuseries, Seven Worlds, One Planet, uses cutting-edge technology to showcase extraordinary creatures on seven continents. It's narrated by Sir David Attenborough.
'Jeopardy!' Crowns Its Greatest Champion Of All Time
Ken Jennings is the winner of the "Greatest Of All Time" tournament. He was the the first to win three games against James Holzhauer and Brad Rutter. In 2004, Jennings had a 74-game wining streak.