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Young people are flocking to estate sales
Younger Americans are flocking to estate sales. Social media means a whole new set of buyers, and a new way to spend a day out with friends.
Appeals court denies President Trump's request to halt removing his name from the Kennedy Center
The D.C. circuit appeals court denied all of President Trump's arguments that sought to stop the removal of his name from the Washington, D.C. arts institution.
Next gen crabbers use social media to tell their story and sell their catch
Two young crabbers are carving out careers on the Chesapeake Bay in a field dominated by men in late middle-age. One is building a brand through Tiktok. The other practices the old ways.
A college student's unsung hero helped her when she got a breakup text in class
Novak's first year of college was hard. She was living in a new city, enmeshed in an abusive relationship and struggling with school. Things came to a head when she got a breakup text in class.
'Everywhere Man' traces the trajectory of under-the-radar music producer Peter Asher
When Asher was a teen in the '60s, Paul McCartney lived with his family and wrote Beatles songs. Asher was part of the British Invasion before launching the careers of James Taylor and Linda Ronstadt.<br>
10 new books you won't want to miss in July
July's crop of notable releases features new work from Colson Whitehead, Sigrid Nuñez, Daniel Mason and Nathaniel Rich. Plus, new nonfiction from award-winning journalists.
'Alice and Steve' might be a mess — but it's also too fun to stop watching
This British comedy on Hulu centers on two 50-something best friends who turn on each other after he gets involved with her 26-year-old daughter. While the premise is juicy, it's also a tad yucky.
'You Won't Get Free of It' explores the complicated mother-daughter bond
<em>The New Yorker</em> writer Rachel Aviv spent years reporting stories about mothers and daughters searching for each other. When she became a mom, she saw everything she wrote differently.
Hate food waste? 7 creative ways to turn your leftovers into a new meal
We asked our audience to share their favorite go-to recipes for leftovers. Here are seven dishes — like stuffed peppers and a biryani casserole — that can help you use up all your fridge scraps.
Philip Glass' new symphony premieres at Tanglewood after Kennedy Center cancellation
Philip Glass' newest symphony, an homage to Abraham Lincoln, was supposed to premiere at the Kennedy Center — until it didn't. And then, the Boston Symphony Orchestra stepped in.
'House of the Dragon,' Season 3, Episode 3: Heavy hangs the head that wears the wig
Rhaenyra serves nobles grilled rat and the Greens deploy a decoy.
The surprising history of the red, white and blue Bomb Pop popsicle
Red, white, and blue popsicle is a symbol of a carefree summer. But when it was invented in 1955, it was a reflection of the country's fight for military supremacy during the Cold War.
Mexico's blazing World Cup run is helping revive its mariachi tradition
Mexico's World Cup triumph rekindles its mariachi tradition, restoring the music to the heart of national celebration and cultural devotion.
Sunday Puzzle: Five plus two, two plus five
Puzzlemaster Will Shortz plays the Puzzle with NPR's Ayesha Rascoe and KMUW listener Elaine Neel of Derby, Kansas.
'Wait Wait' for July 4, 2026: Nothing but Fireworks edition
This week, we celebrate Independence Day with a collection of absolute bangers, including interviews with John Cusack, Kali Reis, Arden Cho, and Aasif Mandvi
Celebrating this July 4 by exploring films and TV shows that portray the American dream
The U.S. is turning 250 this weekend. To mark the anniversary, we discuss the films and TV series that best depict the American dream.
The Parade of Presidents has been going since 1976. Meet the woman who keeps it going
On the main street of Cuba City, Wisc., there's a Parade of Presidents, with decorative shields for each President, begun as a bicentennial project in 1976. Donna Rogers keeps it all going.
Proud to be American, but not quite sure why.
Nearly half of the Americans surveyed in a new national poll do not know what America 250 commemorates.
You know the Mayflower. What about the White Lion? Here's the story of 'Two Ships'
David S. Reynolds' book examines the twin legacies of the Mayflower, which carried the Pilgrims to Plymouth in 1620, and the White Lion, which brought the first enslaved Africans to Virginia in 1619.
Steven Spielberg on falling in love with movies and becoming a filmmaker
After making <em>E.T.</em> and <em>Close Encounters of the Third Kind</em> years ago, Spielberg returns to the theme of extraterrestrials in his new film, <em>Disclosure Day</em>. <em>Originally broadcast Nov. 9, 2022.</em>
Some great TV shows to sample this holiday weekend.
If you're looking to stay in this holiday weekend, NPR has a list of unsung TV shows worth watching, including a spy thriller, a British comedy and a therapy reality show.
What Swifties need to know about the wedding of the year
NPR's A Martinez talks with Bryan West, a reporter who covers Taylor Swift for USA Today and The Tennessean, about what's could be the most anticipated wedding of the summer.
Thoughts on the Nation's Birthday in Bristol, Rhode Island
We talk with Heidi Vermilyea, who runs the souvenir stand for the Bristol, R.I., Fourth of July celebration, the nation's oldest observance of the holiday.
Nearly half of World Cup watchers are choosing Telemundo over Fox
The U.S. telecasts of this summer's World Cup games are drawing a record number of viewers. Fox, which broadcasts the games in English, reported 84 million viewers. But Telemundo says nearly half of all audiences in the country are watching its Spanish language broadcasts.
'Opting Out' is a graphic novel of 7th grade survival from the author of 'Gender Queer'
Saachi, 12, is a head-strong, confident 6th grader when the book opens, but soon she finds herself increasingly frustrated as the social dynamics of elementary school seem to unravel before her eyes.
In Kennedy Ryan's romance, happily-ever-after is for everyone
The romance books Ryan read growing up rarely included characters who looked like her. Now she deliberately centers people the genre has left out, including Black, Indigenous and queer women.
Here's why comic Craig Ferguson became an 'American On Purpose'
The Scottish-born comic became a U.S. citizen in 2008. He showcases his goofy sense of humor, and his appetite for the unpredictable, in a new five-part documentary series for CNN.
Television showrunner Mara Brock Akil talks about her debut novel
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with acclaimed television showrunner and writer Mara Brock Akil about her debut novel, "The Revelation of Dionne Daphne."
Footballers donate socks to hooves in need
The U.K. football club Arsenal have donated dozens of socks — to a donkey and horse sanctuary.
Longtime public servant 'guardedly patriotic' as America turns 250
At age 72, former Houston-area county commissioner Rodney Ellis has seen a lot of both progress and setbacks for America. He's celebrating America's birthday, but has concerns about her future.
Longtime public servant 'guardedly patriotic' as America turns 250
At age 72, Houston-area county commissioner Rodney Ellis has seen a lot of both progress and setbacks for America. He's celebrating America's birthday but has concerns about her future.
How does the Kennedy Center board make decisions? This legal filing sheds some light
In the ongoing legal dispute over President Trump's takeover of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, a new filing by the Center's lawyers reveals how its board of trustees makes decisions. Last year, Trump abruptly dismissed Biden-appointed board members and replaced them with loyalis
'Dead but Dreaming of Electric Sheep' is full of beautifully written grotesqueries
Paul Tremblay has made a career of pushing the horror genre in new directions. This time, a woman must use a video-game-like controller to get a man, stuck in a vegetative state, across the country.
'The Perfect Moment' makes the case that culture wars have 'completely eaten America'
Author Isaac Butler explains how the religious right embraced culture wars, starting in the 1970s with school book bans, and continuing now with the Trump administration's efforts to defund the NEA.
How a stranger helped a man falling on the subway without damaging his dignity
When Lia Eastep was 21, her father had a stroke which left him unsteady on his feet. His physical limitations almost caused an accident on a subway, but a stranger stepped in.
Here to Help: Jennifer Timmick guides visitors through the stories of American history
For our series Here to Help, we speak with Jennifer Timmick, volunteer tour guide at the National Museum of American History. She talks about the stories of ordinary people who did extraordinary things.
The Gambler 500 rally combines trash pickup and old cars
For the "Gambler 500," people gather on forest service roads in Oregon for a colossal trash pick-up on national forest land, conducted in festive and junky old cars.
They were world-class tennis rivals. Now friends, they've teamed up against cancer
They were the women's tennis champions of their generation. Now, Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova open up about friendship, cancer and retirement in the documentary <em>Chris & Martina: The Final Set</em>.
An assistant district attorney and a madam join forces in 'A Pair of Aces'
Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray bring readers a new historical novel that presents two women on opposite ends of the law who must partner to bring down a crime boss in 1930s New York.
Comedian Bill Maher receives Mark Twain Prize amid Kennedy Center turmoil
Comedian Bill Maher received the Mark Twain Prize Sunday night at the troubled Kennedy Center, where a tarp continues to cover the forced removal of President Trump's name.
Trump's name is off Kennedy Center, but he's still center stage as Maher wins Twain prize
Comedian Bill Maher received The Mark Twain Prize for American Humor on Sunday night at the troubled Kennedy Center, where a tarp continues to cover the forced removal of President Trump's name.
'House of the Dragon,' Season 3, Episode 2: Honey, I'm home!
In which Rhaenyra goes from grief-stricken in bed to sword-swinging in the Red Keep.
Milwaukee's Schlitz Beer says goodbye after 177 years
Pabst Brewing has stopped producing Schlitz beer. Schlitz is known as "the beer that made Milwaukee famous" and has a 177-year history.
Sunday Puzzle: That's HOT!
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with KNOW listener Dan Sadoff of St. Paul, Minnesota along with Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.
'Wait Wait' for June 27, 2026: With Not My Job guest Stephen Malkmus
This week, Wait Wait is live in Chicago with host Peter Sagal, special guest Stephen Malmus and panelists Emmy Blotnick, Joyelle Nicole Johnson, and Gianmarco Soresi
Amateurs now conduct most weddings. Here is some basic advice
A marrying couple are more likely than ever to ask a friend to officiate their wedding. Here's how to handle this high-stakes assignment.
John Cena describes how his feelings about death have changed over time
Each week, a guest draws a card from NPR's Wild Card deck and answers a big question about their life. After 24 years in the WWE ring, John Cena retired from professional wrestling last year.
Ebon Moss-Bachrach says the ending of FX's 'The Bear' 'feels right to me'
NPR's Scott Detrow talks with Ebon Moss-Bachrach, who plays the brash Richie Jerimovich on FX's <em>The Bear</em>, about what he'll miss most as the show winds down.
Everyone expected more from the evening 'Invite,' audience included
Two couples spend an ill-advised evening together in the tense comedy <em>The Invite</em>. Olivia Wilde, Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz and Edward Norton, star in the film, which plays it a little too safe.
Remembering James Burrows, a prolific director of modern comedy
David Bianculli offers an appreciation, then we listen back to a '06 interview with Burrows, who died June 19. He directed over 1,000 sitcom episodes, co-created <em>Cheers</em> and chose the cast for <em>Friends</em>.
Organizers say the Great American State Fair is for everyone. Some disagree
The 16-day state fair on the National Mall kicked off with a Trump rally, and not all 50 states are taking part. Organizers say there's nothing partisan about celebrating America's 250th birthday.
Rumors swirl about when Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will marry
NPR's Leila Fadel asks Emma Fitzsimmons at the New York Times about rumors that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will marry at Madison Square Garden over the July 4th weekend.
Why Taylor Swift's rumored wedding has fans watching New York
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are rumored to celebrate at Madison Square Garden on July 3, with speculation ranging from a wedding reception to surprise musical performances.
One bourbon maker is aging spirits on a barge in the Mississippi for a unique flavor
There's a new way to age Bourbon in Kentucky. In barges on the Mississippi, which some say gives it a distinct flavor.
'The Bear' is back in the kitchen
In some ways, the fifth and final season of <em>The Bear</em> feels less daring — but after four seasons, the small wins mean more.
Playwright Anna Deavere Smith tells her own family story in 'Basil Biggs'
Smith's new show is about her great-great-grandfather, a free Black man who reburied the Union dead at Gettysburg and prepared the ground for Lincoln's most famous speech.
The Obamas team up with Larry David in this irreverent look at American history
Each sketch of HBO's seven-part comedy series, <em>Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: An Almost History of America</em>, starts with historical fact — then veers wildly, and enjoyably, off the rails.
As 'The Bear' returns, real-life restauranteurs weigh in on the Michelin star quest
A Chicago restaurateur's desperate effort to secure a Michelin star comes to a head in the final season of FX's "The Bear." Real-life restaurant owners share whether or not it's worth the effort.
Meet the creator of the Story Spine, an 8-sentence tool to create and analyze stories
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks to playwright Kenn Adams about his formula for creating or analyzing stories called the Story Spine.
A musical wedding tradition puts Philly grooms to the test
Philadelphia is home to a unique wedding custom you've probably never heard of.
Working hard as ever, Wendell Pierce aims for an annual trifecta: TV, film and theater
Pierce says he's motivated by the "ticking clock of mortality" — and the desire to challenge himself as an actor. He's currently starring in the Shakespeare Theatre Company production of <em>Othello.</em>
Here are the nonfiction books NPR staffers have loved so far this year
A biography of Hannibal Lecter. A meditation on trees. A memoir by a child prodigy violinist. A treatise on the way we poop. These are just a few of the nonfiction books our NPR colleagues are enjoying.
NPR staffers share their favorite fiction reads of 2026 so far
Facts by day, fiction by night! At the end of a long day in the newsroom, many of our journalists head home and escape into novels of all types.
A college student found safety in his housemate in a moment of crisis
While in his first year at college, Stephen Parker turned to his housemate while in the throws of a panic attack. The care he received stuck with him for years.
Laverne Cox wrote her memoir because 'one more human story out there can help'
For more than a decade, actor Laverne Cox been one of the most visible trans women in America. But the <em>Orange Is the New Black</em> star says she spent most of childhood keeping herself hidden.
Former Vice President Mike Pence talks about his book, 'What Conservatives Believe'
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with former Vice President Mike Pence about his new book, "What Conservatives Believe."
'House of the Dragon,' Season 3, Episode 1: Number one with a gullet
In the Season 3 premiere, a new dragon enters the chat and the Battle of the Gullet is in full swing.
In Yu-Mei Balasingamchow's 'Names Have Been Changed,' a podcast host is on the run
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks with author Yu-Mei Balasingamchow about her new book, "Names Have Been Changed."
Sunday Puzzle: B to the B to the B
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with WYSO listener John Blakelock of Yellow Springs, Ohio along with Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.
Adrian Chiarella's "Leviticus" shows that horror's final boys can find love
Homophobia lives, and stalks, in Adrian Chiarella's debut feature.
'Wait Wait' for June 20, 2026: With Not My Job guest Caro Claire Burke
This week, Wait Wait is live in Chicago with host Peter Sagal, special guest Caro Claire Burke and panelists Karen Chee, Peter Grosz, Shane O'Neill
What makes a good dad joke? Psychology professor Paul Silvia shares the key pillars
What's brown and sticky? A stick, of course. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Paul Silvia, a psychology professor at UNC Greensboro, about new research on what makes a good dad joke.
Judy Blume says she's done writing: '50 years is enough!'
Judy Blume wrote her last book more than a decade ago. At the Santa Fe International Literary Festival, NPR's Scott Simon talked to Blume about her long career and why she doesn't miss writing.
This couple got married at the end of Romeo and Juliet — and so will 31 others
At Free Shakespeare in the Park in New York, real weddings are happening every night after a production of <em>Romeo and Juliet</em>. But don't those characters die?
Writer David Sedaris says there's a radio drama that reminds him how lucky he is
On <em>Wild Card</em>, famous guests answer the kinds of questions we often think about but don't talk about. Writer David Sedaris talks about a radio drama that reminds him how lucky he is.
This Pride month, teen flicks are recasting familiar tropes with a queer sensibility
Teen movies like <em>She's the He</em>, <em>Girls Like Girls</em> and <em>Leviticus </em>are all turning tropes on their heads by centering queer characters.
Rhaenyra, Rhaena, Aegon, Aemond — let us help you keep up with 'House of the Dragon'
No one can blame you for getting lost in the fight over the Iron Throne. Here's our cheat sheet ahead of<em> House of the Dragon</em>'s third season starting Sunday.
Can you taste history? We try George Washington's original beer
Hops, yeast...and a lot of molasses
Can you taste history? We try George Washington's original beer
What did this founding father's beer taste like? We try his recipe.
In 'Toy Story 5,' tech has come to play
Three decades after Woody, Buzz Lightyear and pals debuted in Hollywood's first fully computer-animated feature, Pixar brings the whole gang back for a new adventure in <em>Toy Story 5.</em>
'Diaphanous' crowned the most beautiful English word
As part of a collaboration between the Poetry Society of America and Babbel, 1,500 poets and poetry lovers weighed in on the most beautiful word in the English language, crowning "diaphanous."
To Detroiters, Motown is more than just music
The story of Motown Records is a quintessentially American story about the American Dream, civil rights and entrepreneurship — but it has a special significance in Detroit, where it all started.
'Toy Story 5' surges into the digital age -- while also peering lovingly backward
In this delightful sequel, Jessie the cowgirl teams up with Buzz Lightyear and Woody to fend off the rise of digital devices, which are taking over the minds and attention spans of kids everywhere.
Comic Ali Siddiq makes peace with the past in 'My Father'
As a kid with an aching tooth, Siddiq remembers his dad treating it with cocaine he'd stashed in a Cool Whip container. Now Siddiq pays homage to his dad in the comedy special <em>My Father.</em>
Hugh Jackman's tormented 'Robin Hood' faces a reckoning
Director Michael Sarnoski's film about the legendary hero who robs from the rich and gives to the poor is about the stories we tell ourselves.
For author Jane Yolen, no word was too big for a children's book
Yolen, who authored <em>The Devil's Arithmetic</em> and the picture book <em>Owl Moon</em>, was an author's author — known for gathering loved ones in her Massachusetts home and collaborating with her friends and family.
The second life of a classic: 'Amores Perros' is remastered and back in theaters
NPR's A Martinez talks to Alejandro González Iñárritu and Gael García Bernal about <em>Amores Perros —</em> 25 years after the release of the film that inspired contemporary cinema in Mexico and launched their careers.
'Spider-Noir' is the best TV superhero series since 'The Penguin'
A new Prime Video series imagines Spiderman as a gumshoe of the 1930s — but with superpowers. <em>Spider-Noir</em> represents one of the boldest performances of Nicolas Cage's entire risk-taking career.
Sen. Warnock's new book calls on U.S. to commit to a greater moral imagination
Michel Martin speaks with Democratic Senator Raphael Warnock of Georgia about his new book, "The Crooked Places Made Straight: Reflections on the Moral Meaning of America."
Faith's role in U.S. politics 'requires humility,' not certainty, says Sen. Warnock
Michel Martin speaks with Democratic Senator Raphael Warnock of Georgia about his new book, "The Crooked Places Made Straight: Reflections on the Moral Meaning of America."
Book on deadly 2013 riots blocked from being sold in the country it happened in
Renowned comics journalist Joe Sacco's new book, "The Once and Future Riot," details the deadly 2013 riots in India, but it won't be sold in that country because the publisher blocked it.
DMV artist turns belts into a conversation about discipline
Artist Lex Marie is gaining attention on TikTok with pictures of her work inspired by how Black parents discipline their children.
If you plan to catch up on reading this summer, start with these 3 books
Summer is the perfect time to go back to great books that whizzed by in spring, including <em>The Family Man</em>, by James Lasdun, <em>The Hill,</em> by Harriet Clark and <em>A Beautiful Loan</em>, by Mary Costello
In Mexico, Juneteenth has been celebrated for generations
Juneteenth is often told as an American story. But it's been celebrated for generations in Corina Torralba Harrington's hometown in Mexico by descendants of Black Seminoles.
Why we're still obsessed with aliens on screen
Why we're still obsessed with aliens on screen
Tribeca turns 25 with stars, surprises and standout indies
From a recording studio inside a Cameroon prison to a tribute to New York's retired MetroCard, the Tribeca Film Festival marked 25 years by spotlighting unexpected stories.
What's in a name? The origin of the 'Knick'
What is a Knickerbocker? NPR's Elissa Nadworny talks to Peter-Christian Aigner, Director of the Gotham Center, to find out.
Sunday Puzzle: World Capitals
NPR's David Folkenflik plays the puzzle with Vermont Public listener Judy Alexander of South Burlington, Vermont along with Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.
'Wait Wait' for June 13, 2026: With Not My Job guest Robert Smigel
This week, Wait Wait is live in Chicago with host Peter Sagal, special guest Robert Smigel and panelists Josh Gondelman, Shantira Jackson, and Shane Torres
William Sutton shares his rare achievement of memorizing all 154 Shakespeare's sonnets
Modern life has fried our attention spans. Could flexing our long term memory muscles help? NPR's Elissa Nadworny talks to actor William Sutton, who knows all 154 Shakespearian sonnets by heart.
Tessa Yang talks about her debut novel, 'The Jellyfish Problem'
A stay-out-of-the-water beach read features a giant, sentient sea creature. NPR's Elissa Nadworny talks with Tessa Yang about her debut novel, "The Jelly Fish Problem."
Spielberg returns to familiar alien territory in 'Disclosure Day'
Spielberg's new thriller centers on a massive U.S. conspiracy to hide the fact that aliens have been visiting Earth for decades. If anything, though, the movie's pleasures feel more retro than timely.
From 'hot priest' to Ripley, Andrew Scott is an advocate for his characters
In <em>Pressure</em>, Scott plays an army meteorologist advising military officials on the date for the D-Day invasion. He previously starred in <em>Fleabag</em> and <em>Ripley</em>. <em>Originally broadcast April 8, 2024.</em>
Remembering French-Iranian artist and writer Marjane Satrapi
Satrapi's groundbreaking graphic novel <em>Persepolis</em> introduced readers to life in Iran during the Islamic revolution and the Iran/Iraq war. She died June 4, 2026. <em>Originally broadcast June 2, 2003.</em>
'Stop! That! Train!' is Loud! Dumb! and Gay!
It's camp. It's drag. A Stormaganza is coming and the Glamazonian Express is in trouble!
David Hockney, one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, dies at 88
Hockney moved from London to Southern California in the 1960s and was an innovative painter, photographer, stage designer and printmaker.
Comic Josh Johnson explains why he shares his insecurities on stage
"One of the most connected attributes of the human condition ... is just being flawed," <em>The Daily Show</em> anchor says. "We really connect with people on their faults." His new comedy special is <em>Symphony</em>.
Trumpeter Adam O'Farrill mentors the next wave of jazz virtuosos on 'ELEPHANT'
O'Farrill is an introspective player whose solos insinuate themselves to listeners. His new album proves he's as adept at matching wits with his peers and elders as he is nurturing his protégés.
CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks about his new book, 'TORCHED'
NPR's A Martinez speaks with CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti about his new book, "TORCHED: How a City was Left to Burn, and the Olympic Rush to Rebuild L.A."
'Disclosure Day' star Josh O'Connor received a 'genius' late-night text from Spielberg
O'Connor says one of the best bits of acting advice he ever received came late one night while filming Steven Spielberg's summer blockbuster — never mind that the text was meant for Spielberg's wife.
'Marty: Life is Short' and 'Lorne' offer differing takes on the celebrity documentary
Lawrence Kasdan tells Martin Short's story with full access and an easy intimacy, while Morgan Neville's portrait of <em>SNL</em> creator Lorne Michaels relies on the insights of friends and collaborators.
Soundgarden guitarist Kim Thayil chronicles the band's ascent in his new memoir
Soundgarden guitarist Kim Thayil writes about the ascent of the first grunge band to sign with a major label and the death of lead singer Chris Cornell in his memoir, "A Screaming Life."
'Contrapposto' portrays a tangled relationship, set amidst the art world
NPR's Ailsa Chang chats with author Dave Eggers about his new novel <em>Contrapposto.</em>
Kacey Musgraves' new album pairs well with a biography of '70s singer Gary Stewart
Musgraves' album <em>Middle of Nowhere</em> has the dramatic detail of good fiction. The same is true of <em>Gary Stewart: I Am From the Honky-Tonks, </em>Jimmy McDonough's portrait of a gifted but tragic performer.
Comedian Jeff Foxworthy shares why 'The Joke's on Me' might be his final special
Comedian Jeff Foxworthy has a new stand-up special on Fox Nation called <em>The Joke's on Me</em> — and it might just be his last. He discusses what makes his show unique with NPR's A Martínez.
AI development is driving economic inequality, says tech critic Karen Hao
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with tech journalist Karen Hao about the Pope's recent warnings that AI companies represent a new form of colonialism.
One woman's moment of connection with another patient in a psychiatric unit
On this week's "My Unsung Hero" from Hidden Brain, one woman shares a moment of connection she experienced with another patient in a psychiatric unit.
As 'The Book of Mormon' turns 15, its original stars pop in to say 'Hello!'
Fifteen years after <em>The Book of Mormon</em> made its Broadway debut, original cast members Andrew Rannells and Josh Gad once again took the stage as Mormon missionaries — this time at the 2026 Tony Awards.
Recently recovered recording features voice of Harpo Marx, the 'silent' Marx brother
Harpo Marx -- the "silent" Marx brother -- can finally be heard speaking in a live album of recently recovered material, which was recorded just six months before he died in 1964.
Former Kennedy Center curator talks about the venue's future
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Josef Palermo, an artist and curator, about his tenure at the Kennedy Center and what its future might hold.
The Tony Awards are underway. See who's won an award so far
The early Tony Awards, given out in the pre-show on PlutoTV, were trending toward big wins for the new musical <em>Schmigadoon!</em> and the revival of the play <em>Death of a Salesman</em>.
Cineplexity: movies where the city of LA is a character, from Chinatown to Clueless
Los Angeles can be glamorous, gritty, sprawling and strange. NPR cinephiles discuss the movies that bring the city to life.
Danny Dyer discusses British humor and the second season of 'Rivals'
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with "Rivals" star Danny Dyer. The series follows a group of upper-class Brits as they jostle for power and double-cross each other along the way.
It's cleaning season for the Art Institute of Chicago's miniature rooms
At the Art Institute of Chicago, cleaning the Thorne Rooms, shoebox-sized rooms presenting a visual history of interior design in miniature, is a meticulous and delicate process.
Sunday Puzzle: NBA Team Names
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with OPB listener Jocelyn Tutak of Portland, OR., along with Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.
It's not just T-shirts — how Broadway merchandise is changing
Every year, we highlight essential Broadway workers <em>not</em> eligible for Tonys. This year, we look at the world of Broadway merch, which is a lot more than T-shirts, mugs and refrigerator magnets.
Summer TV season has arrived — here's what you shouldn't miss
This summer brings remakes of <em>Cape Fear</em> and <em>Little House on the Prairie</em>, plus brand new seasons of <em>The Bear, Ted Lasso, House of the Dragon </em>and <em>Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.</em>
'Wait Wait' for June 6. 2026: Live in Austin with Not My Job guest Elana Meyers Taylor
This week, Wait Wait is live in Austin with host Peter Sagal, special guest Elana Meyers Taylor and panelists Brian Babylon, Rachel Coster, and Tom Papa
Nick Jonas steals Paul Rudd's 'Power Ballad' in a profound story about art and honesty
In 'Power Ballad,' a wedding singer played by Paul Rudd writes a hit — and a popstar makes it his.
2 young directors strike big at the box office with 'Backrooms' and 'Obsession'
<em>Backrooms</em>, by 20-year-old filmmaker Kane Parsons, is set in a mysterious maze of abandoned offices. Curry Barker, 26, tells a horror story about consent and male loneliness in <em>Obsession</em>.
Angela Lansbury reflects on her great performances on stage and screen
The Tony Award-winning actor, who died in 2022, starred in the Broadway musicals <em>Mame, Gypsy</em> and S<em>weeney Todd</em>, as well as in the TV series <em>Murder, She Wrote</em>. <em>Originally broadcast in 1980.</em>
Tony winner Alan Cumming looks back on life in 'Cabaret'
Cumming has starred in the musical <em>Cabaret</em> three times. He talks about everything from his costume (which he calls a "Wonder Bra" for men) to the show's darker themes. <em>Originally broadcast in 2014.</em>
NPR photojournalist David Gilkey, in remembrance
David Gilkey, an NPR photojournalist who documented tragedy and hope, was killed in Afghanistan in 2016 along with NPR's Afghan interpreter and fellow journalist Zabihullah Tamanna.
Star-studded documentary explores the genius of Earth, Wind & Fire
A new HBO documentary by Questlove tells the story of the R&B band Earth, Wind & Fire. Morning Edition host A Martinez speaks with band members Philip Bailey, Verdine White & Ralph Johnson.
Star-studded documentary explores the genius of Earth, Wind & Fire
A new HBO documentary by Questlove tells the story of the R&B band Earth, Wind & Fire. <em>Morning Edition</em> host A Martinez speaks with band members Philip Bailey, Verdine White & Ralph Johnson.
Jill Biden on why she was 'overwhelmed' when her husband left the 2024 race
Former first lady Jill Biden reflects on the end of her husband's 2024 campaign and her time in the White House with NPR's Scott Detrow, which she details in her new memoir, <em>View From the East Wing.</em>
'The Wire' actor Clarke Peters explains why he couldn't say no to 'The Boroughs'
<strong>"</strong>He's the guy I want to be when I grow up," Peters says of his <em>Wire</em> character, Lester Freamon. In <em>The Boroughs,</em> Peters plays a member of a retirement community that's plagued by mysterious forces.<br>
A new 'Cape Fear' remake rolls out one surprise after another
Javier Bardem is riveting in this 10-part Apple TV miniseries about a man who, recently released from prison, goes on to terrorize his former attorney.
Marjane Satrapi, author of 'Persepolis,' dies at 56
Iranian-French cartoonist and filmmaker was perhaps most well-known for the graphic memoir, and subsequent film, about her life during the Iranian revolution in 1979.
Breaking News from Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me: Our new Judge and Scorekeeper is announced!
The orange smoke has risen from the chimney of The Studebaker Theater, which can only mean one thing: We've named a new official Judge and Scorekeeper!
Sting talks about the comeback tour of his musical, 'The Last Ship'
NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Sting about the comeback tour of his musical "The Last Ship," which has a run at the Metropolitan Opera next week.
'The ship of my life': Sting talks the comeback of his musical
<em>The Last Ship</em>, the first musical to be staged at New York's Metropolitan Opera, inspired by Sting's childhood growing up in the shadow of a shipyard.
Critics say adding Trump's arch to D.C. would take something away: the view
President Trump's proposed arch, planned to sit between the Lincoln Memorial and the home of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee, would block the symbolic view between the two and the message of unity it represents.
Tribeca Film Festival opens, 25 years after helping New York recover from 9/11
Actor Robert De Niro and producing partner Jane Rosenthal created the festival in the wake of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center.
Sinister forces invade an upscale retirement community in 'The Boroughs'
The team behind <em>Stranger Things</em> has another series about a group of quirky misfits and mysterious creatures. <em>The Boroughs</em> is well worth seeing — as much for its veteran cast as for its story.
A nameless narrator attempts to understand Gertrude Stein in Deborah Levy's new novel
In 'My Year in Paris with Gertrude Stein,' the narrator, a writer, actually spends one month trying to understand Stein's genius, how she invented herself, and her relationship with Alice B. Toklas.
'Hellions' author Julia Elliott wins $150K fiction prize
The author is known for genre-bending stories that span Southern gothic, horror and fairy tale.
Author Ann Patchett's new novel makes space for optimism
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with bestselling author Ann Patchett about her new novel <em>Whistler.</em>
A new book charts Iran's shift from a movement rooted in independence to present day
What were the broken promises of the 1979 Iranian Revolution? NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with reporter Yeganeh Torbati about the new book she co-authored, <em>Stolen Revolution</em>.
Mary Beard illuminates the ancient world -- and our own -- in 'Talking Classics'
As a classics professor, Beard has spent her career pondering life in the ancient world. The central question of her latest book is: What on earth was it like to be there?
'Hamnet' novelist Maggie O'Farrell turns to her own family story in 'Land'
O'Farrell's new novel is based on the story of her own great, great-grandfather, and tells the story of a father and son mapping 19th-century Ireland after the devastation of the Great Famine.
10 new books in June will transport you
With all that's required to reach "dream destinations" these days, another option is to walk to your local public library instead — and pick up one of these new books out in June set across time and place.
'Why not me?': André De Shields on his Tony nomination and a life in the theatre
Broadway actor André De Shields discusses his Tony-nominated performance in <em>CATS: The Jellicle Ball</em>, turning 80 and his philosophy<em> </em>on life.
'Why not me?': André De Shields on his Tony nomination and a life in the theatre
Broadway actor André De Shields discusses his Tony-nominated performance in <em>CATS: The Jellicle Ball</em>, turning 80 and his philosophy<em> </em>on life.
The latest trend in jeans is over 150 years old
Selvedge denim – a fabric made with heritage techniques – is having a moment. With inflation top of mind for many, discerning consumers are seeking out jeans that are built to last.
A nurse became a friendly face for a woman going through chemo
When his wife was battling cancer and ended up in the emergency room, Mike Lopes was worried she wouldn't recognize anyone there. A nurse made sure there was at least one familiar face caring for her.
Richard Pryor's daughter studies the N-word — a word he used, then disavowed
Historian Elizabeth Stordeur Pryor spent years researching the racial slur, but never revealed that her father was the legendary comic who used it profusely. Her new book is <em>Something We Said.</em>
Literary events around the world celebrate the poet Allen Ginsberg's 100th birthday
Beat poet Allen Ginsberg's 100th birthday is being marked by celebrations around the world – an appreciation of his importance to poetry and how his influence on the medium continues.
Sunday Puzzle: 'Fair' Game
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with WBEZ listener Larry Birkenmeyer of Glenview, Ill., and Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.
"I felt guilty for being the chosen one": Ada Ferrer on her memoir about leaving Cuba
When she fled Cuba, Ada Ferrer's mother took only one of her two children. In her new memoir, <em>Keeper of My Kin</em>, Ferrer grapples with that decision's reverberations across generations of her family.
'Wait Wait' for May 30, 2026: Our Endless Summer with Tiffany Haddish, Lucy Dacus, and more!
This week, we celebrate an early start to summer by revisiting our interviews with Tiffany Haddish, Taimane, Becca Mann, and Lucy Dacus!
Advice giving has become a booming industry. Is it working?
From bestselling books to popular podcasts, advice giving has become an industry. But do professional advice-givers really solve people's problems?
John C. Reilly talks about how being a middle child led to his acting career
On <em>Wild Card</em>, well-known guests answer the kinds of questions we often think about but don't talk about. John C. Reilly talks about how being a middle child led to his acting career.
Back from Cannes, a critic shares the films he's most excited to see again
Though the 2026 festival featured less Hollywood razzle-dazzle than in years past, there were still plenty of great films. Most notable: <em>All of a Sudden</em>, from the Japanese director Ryûsuke Hamaguchi.
The 'Hacks' finale ties a melodramatic bow onto a beloved series
The final episode of the HBO Max comedy added an extra emotional punch. After five seasons, it wasn't quite necessary.
Shrey Parikh, 14, wins the Scripps Spelling Bee after a nail-biting 'spell-off'
This is the 101st year of the national spelling competition, and the third time it's been decided by a rapid-fire "spell-off" since the practice was introduced in 2021
Three high school students on the 'small true things' that matter in their lives
What's something that's important to know about you? Independent producer Samantha Broun interviews high school students about the small true things in their lives.
'Look to your elders': Alfre Woodard shares her secret to Hollywood longevity
Woodard says not giving up is the key to her long career. In the Netflix series <a href="https://www.npr.org/2026/05/25/nx-s1-5830287/the-boroughs-lets-a-veteran-cast-shine-in-a-sci-fi-monster-mystery"target="_blank" ><em>The Boroughs</em></a>, she plays a resident of a retirement community where
'American Rambler' traces the path, and truth-squads the tale, of Johnny Appleseed
Isaac Fitzgerald, author of <em>Dirtbag, Massachusetts</em>, grew up with tales of local townie Johnny Appleseed. So when he found himself in need of a long, mind-clearing walk, he traced the legend's path.
'Room to Move' follows a choreographer's creative journey after an autism diagnosis
The documentary "Room to Move" follows choreographer and performer Jenn Freeman as she creates her first evening-length solo performance after an autism diagnosis at age 33.
Dancer Jenn Freeman reframes her art after late autism diagnosis
The documentary "Room to Move" follows choreographer and performer Jenn Freeman as she reframes her creative process to create an evening-length solo performance after an autism diagnosis at age 33.
Comedian Josh Johnson talks about his new standup special, 'Symphony'
Comedian Josh Johnson, best known for his work on "The Daily Show," gets his own HBO Max standup special, "Symphony."
What's the story, Wishbone?: New documentary explores classic PBS show
The '90s PBS series "Wishbone" starred a dog who imagined himself as the main character in literary classics from "Frankenstein" to "Faust." A new documentary tells the story of the show.
Movie audiences are obsessed with 'Obsession'
A horror film made for less than a million dollars by a YouTuber in his studio feature debut is driving audiences to theaters in droves.
Travel to Italy and Algeria in these two brilliant, translated mysteries
<em>The End of the Sahara</em> is a kaleidoscopic murder mystery by the Algerian writer Saïd Khatibi. <em>An Enigma by the Sea</em> is a witty, socially astute novel set along well-to-do Tuscan coast.
If you attend a David Sedaris reading, you're helping him edit
Sedaris says the best part of reading his work to an audience is earning the laughs — or the groans. "A collective groan is fine with me," he says. His new book is <em>The Land and Its People.</em>
In the 'biggest book giveaway in history' WWII soldiers received pocket-sized reads
The books had to be light and small enough to fit in servicemen's pockets. The motto of the Council on Books in Wartime was: "Books Are Weapons in the War of Ideas."
A Mississippi warehouse full of comic books is at the center of a legal battle
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks to Bloomberg reporter Jonathan Randles about a legal battle that's left over 8 million comic books sitting in a Mississippi warehouse.
Visual impairment doesn't keep these birders out of the hobby
The phrase "bird watching" does not take in the full range of people who love searching for wild birds. We meet a few of the many visually impaired birders who use their ears.
15 movies we can't wait to see this summer, from Spielberg to 'Spider-Man'
The <em>Toy Story</em> squad takes on a tablet, the Minions take on Hollywood and Christopher Nolan takes on a Greek epic.
A kick takes on a life of its own in the kids' book, 'When Tad Kicked Vlad'
On his birthday, Tad's best friend Vlad eats the very last slice of cake. Tad is mad so Tad kicks Vlad, kicking off a chain of kicks that travels around the world. <br>
'Wait Wait' for May 23, 2026: Saying farewell to Bill Kurtis with Brandi Carlile!
This week, Wait Wait is live in Chicago with host Peter Sagal, special guest Brandi Carlile and panelists Luke Burbank, Negin Farsad, and Paula Poundstone
Paul Clayton discusses his role in corporate acting as AI characters gain popularity
In some workplace training videos, actors are being replaced by AI. NPR's Scott Simon talks to actor Paul Clayton, who has appeared in more than 1,000 corporate acting roles.
A film festival bridges two communities at the U.S.-Mexico border
Audiences on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border wall in Nogales, Arizona and Nogales, Sonora gathered to watch the same films at the same time at a cross-border film festival.
Colbert initially avoided discussing politics on 'Late Night.' Then he leaned in
Last night, Stephen Colbert said goodbye to <em>The Late Show</em> after 11 years. We listen back to his '16 interview, in which he talked about embracing his "sharp and satirical and highly opinionated" side.
'Widow's Bay' is cursed -- but manages to be both funny and frightening
In Apple TV's new horror-comedy, Matthew Rhys plays a mayor who wants to turn his New England island into a popular tourist destination. There's just one problem: The island may be a source of evil.
A stranger's compliment helped her feel confident after chemo
When Pat Gentile began to grow out her hair after chemotherapy, she was nervous to go to work for the first time without a wig. An unexpected encounter with a convenience store stranger changed that.
Jack Antonoff says 'this version of modernity is trash' in new Bleachers album
Jack Antonoff explores marriage, grief and the current moment in Bleachers' latest album, <em>everyone for ten minutes.</em>
'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' airs celeb-filled final episode
The send-off for "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" was filled with celebrity cameos, an appearance from a Beatle and moving musical tributes.
Star Wars returns to theaters with 'The Mandalorian and Grogu'
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks to Jon Favreau, director of <em>The Mandalorian and Grogu,</em> the latest movie in the Star Wars franchise.
Stephen Colbert exits 'The Late Show' with a mix of defiance and celebration
Colbert has approached the last weeks of his show on his own terms, with A-list guests like Tom Hanks, David Letterman and David Byrne — but the guests for tonight's finale remain a mystery.
'It's one of my dreams,' Rose Byrne says of her comic turn on Broadway
Byrne is one of the few actors to receive both an Oscar and a Tony nomination in the same year —for the indie film <em>If I Had Legs I'd Kick You</em>, and for <em>Fallen Angels </em>on Broadway.
An unlikely opera for America's birthday summons dissonance and harmony
When John Cage composed an opera commemorating the American bicentennial audiences walked out. Now, it's being reinterpreted by new artists in a Detroit Opera production, as the nation turns 250.
Sisters reunite in Ali Smith's 'Glyph,' bringing light after the darkness of 'Gliff'
The author restores balance in the homophones with her latest novel; both stories are thought-provoking, although somewhat less beguiling than her usual fare.
The history of Kermit the Frog, an American icon
A beloved cultural icon who's bright green? Kermit the Frog is also quintessentially American.
Ahead of the 'Survivor 50' finale, NPR's resident superfan ranks every season
<em>Survivor 50</em> ends Wednesday night. NPR's Stephen Thompson shares what he thinks makes a good season of the show — and which season of all 50 is the best.
Having trouble focusing on your book? Try immersive reading
Reading text of a book while listening to the audiobook is gaining steam among online book communities.
Every season of 'Survivor,' ranked worst to best, by NPR's resident superfan
<i>Survivor</i> is a sport, a metaphor for society and yes, entertainment. Our critic rewatched every season — and ranked them, just in time for the end of the 50th season.
Tomeka Reid expands the possibilities of jazz avant garde on 'Dance! Skip! Hop!'
Reid's quartet makes music that seems inspired by a variety of sources, ranging from modern dance to children's games. Her latest album is one of her most compelling.
In the face of devastating loss, Jesmyn Ward holds onto 'respair'
Ward learned the term "respair" — meaning the recovery of hope after despair — during the pandemic. Her new book <em>On Witness and Respair</em> is an essay collection on grief, motherhood and survival.
15 books our critics can't wait for this summer
A gothic horror tale, a creepy science-fiction romp, a sweeping romance, an intergenerational saga, a book about birds — here are the fiction and nonfiction our critics are most looking forward to.
Colbert's last episodes: What happened on 'The Late Show' last night
Stephen Colbert spent Monday's show revisiting material that never made it to air, performing for a studio audience made up entirely of his staff.
'SNL' just wrapped its 51st season: It's time to cruelly rank its musical guests
The latest season of <em>Saturday Night Live</em> felt transitional in many ways, but it was full of blockbuster pop stars, up-and-coming bands and musical legends. We ranked them from worst to best.
Harrison Ford gets an honorary doctorate and addresses the class of 2026
Harrison Ford now has an honorary doctorate from Arizona State University, and his speech was cheered by the ASU Class of 2026.
Sunday Puzzle: Between the lines
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with WAMU listener Erin Kealiher and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.
'Wait Wait' for May 16. 2026: With Not My Job guest Ken Jennings
This week, Wait Wait is live in Chicago with host Peter Sagal, special guest Ken Jennings and panelists Tom Bodett, Joyelle Nicole Johnson, and Faith Salie
Library of Congress unveils new children's exhibit with interactive stations
A new exhibit at the Library of Congress brings children face to face with primary sources, introducing a new generation to the slow-burn thrill of researching history.
British musical 'Battle of Cable Street' about 1936 anti-fascist uprising debuts in NYC
Ninty years ago, a mostly Jewish, working class community in London came together to resist a fascist march through their neighborhood. Now, a new musical looks back at the "Battle of Cable Street."
How Tamara Rojo is remaking ballet
From championing women choreographers to upending classics, the former Royal Ballet star turned artistic director of the San Francisco Ballet doesn't play it safe.
'Pocket gardens' give native plants a place to thrive in cities
"Pocket gardens" of native plant species are becoming more common in urban areas. We tag along with a volunteer tending to tiny gardens in a neighborhood of Washington, D.C.
Actor and musician Rita Wilson talks about what she learned from her parents
On Wild Card, well-known guests answer the kinds of questions we often think about but don't talk about. Actor and musician Rita Wilson talks about what she learned from her parents.
How a nurse helped a mom through open heart surgery
Barb Barnes faced a very difficult moment in 2005, after she underwent major open heart surgery. A nurse helped her through it.
Harvey Weinstein's third sex crimes trial in New York ends in mistrial
It was the second time in a year a jury was unable to reach a verdict on a rape charge brought by Jessica Mann.
'The Wizard of the Kremlin' captures the rise of Putin — and 'anything goes' Russia
Set in Russia in the years following the fall of communism, <em>The Wizard of the Kremlin</em> doesn't always work dramatically. But you leave with a better understanding of how Vladimir Putin came to power.
Remembering Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Philip Caputo
Caputo, who died May 7, wrote the acclaimed 1977 memoir <em>A Rumor of War,</em> about leading a Marine platoon during the Vietnam war. He went on to a career in journalism. <em>Originally broadcast in 2005.</em>
Celebrating acclaimed nature documentarian David Attenborough at 100
Attenborough began hosting and producing nature documentaries for the BBC in the 1950s. He spoke to Terry Gross in 1995 about about traveling the world to film <em>Life on Earth.</em>
'Is God Is' is a ferocious, timely tale of misogyny — and revenge
In Aleshea Harris' fiery feature debut, men are men, and women pay the consequences.
The 10 best songs competing at (a very contentious) Eurovision
Glitter, vocal gymnastics, on-stage flames — the show goes on on the Eurovision stage in Vienna, even though five countries are boycotting this year's contest due to Israel's participation.
Paul Dano plays the fictional 'Wizard' behind Putin in new movie
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Paul Dano about starring in <em>The Wizard of the Kremlin</em>, and playing the man pulling the strings for a fictional Vladimir Putin.
Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera dream together again at Met Opera
Gabriela Lena Frank's first opera, in its Met debut, sees late Mexican painter Frida Kahlo leaving the underworld on the Day of the Dead to be reunited with her husband and fellow artist Diego Rivera.
Oklahoma now has an official 'dark sky park' to watch the stars
Oklahoma now has its first official "dark sky park" where people get a chance to look at the stars without light pollution.
Boots Riley wants to 'compel' and 'repel' you with 'I Love Boosters'
Riley's new film centers on a crew of women who steal from luxury fashion stores and sell the goods at lower cost to people who can't afford retail. He says it's a challenge to the system.
New novels from Elizabeth Strout and 'Pemi Aguda are lonely and enchanting
Aguda's novel, <em>One Leg on Earth</em>, follows a young woman in Nigeria facing an unintended pregnancy. <em>The Things We Never Say</em>, by Strout, centers on a high school teacher leading a secret life of sadness.
Are 'teen takeovers' a real threat?
Georgetown Law professor Kristin Henning talks about "teen takeovers" with NPR's Michel Martin and whether they represent a real threat.
He's just turned 100, and now you're invited on 'Attenborough's Greatest Adventure'
David Attenborough's acclaimed nature series <em>Life on Earth </em>began production 50 years ago. Now, a PBS documentary captures the host looking back on that series as it's projected in a screening room.
In 'The Young Will Remember,' a Korean War reporter gets stranded behind enemy lines
In Eve J. Chung's new novel, Ellie Chang ends up stuck in a place she's only known as enemy territory, reliant on strangers to help her get home.
Study finds engaging with the arts can slow biological aging
A new study finds that enjoyment of arts and culture slows down biological aging.
Author Anne Lamott shares how she had to unlearn what others thought of her
On Wild Card, well-known guests answer the kinds of questions we often think about but don't talk about. Author Anne Lamott opens up about how she had to unlearn what others thought of her.
Baseball bards from across the country gather to celebrate the sport with poetry
America's national pastime is celebrated at a minor league park in Massachusetts... with poetry
Zach Galifianakis cultivates plenty of laughs in 'This Is a Gardening Show'
In the course of his delightful Netflix series, Galifianakis learns how to graft apple trees, make richer compost and generally self-sustain. "The future is agrarian," he says in every episode.
Will Sharpe imagines Mozart's day-to-day in 'Amadeus'
Sharpe played a newly rich tech bro on vacation in <em>The White Lotus</em>. Now he's starring as Mozart, a musical genius who struggles to "read the room" in a new limited TV series.
'Marty, Life Is Short' reveals the losses endured by comedy legend Martin Short
After a long career in comedy, Martin Short shares his story of "love, loss and survival" in a new Netflix documentary, <em>Marty, Life Is Short</em>.
Sunday Puzzle: Words in a country
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with WAMU listener Russell Weeden and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.
'Wait Wait' for May 9. 2026: With Not My Job guest Bobby Lopez
This week, Wait Wait is live in Chicago with host Peter Sagal, special guest Bobby Lopez and panelists Hari Kondabolu, Roxanne Roberts, and Mo Rocca
Ode to motherhood
For Mother's Day, we bring to you a consideration of motherhood by a poet who's brought up two sons.
After their shepherd dies, 'The Sheep Detectives' set out to solve the mystery
In <em>The Sheep Detectives,</em> a shepherd (Hugh Jackman) is murdered, and his flock -- yes, the woolly, four-footed critters -- resolves to solve the crime.
Who am I? Where do I belong? A novel looks at questions that bind humans across centuries
NPR's Scott Detrow talks with the debut novelist Portia Elan. Her book <em>Homebound</em> travels through centuries and through the imagination.
'Blue Film' is a disquieting sit for both characters and audience
<em>Blue Film </em>is clearly designed to be unsettling. Its performances are haunting.
'Hamilton' producer Jeffrey Seller traces his journey from 'Theater Kid' to Broadway
Seller has been a key behind-the-scenes figure for some of Broadway's biggest hits including, <em>Hamilton</em> and <em>Rent</em>, but he got his start on a much smaller scale. <em>Originally broadcast June 30, 2025.</em>
Nathan Lane says 'Death of a Salesman' is 'the most rewarding thing I've done'
Lane is nominated for a Tony for his portrayal of Arthur Miller's iconic salesman: "When people come back and talk about it, if they're not weeping, they're saying things like, 'You were my father.'"
The real-world influence of Star Trek's U.S.S. Enterprise
The Star Trek Enterprise evoked Americans' sense of adventure and a utopian vision of humanity. It's part of NPR's 250th anniversary series "America in Pursuit."
Watch boys go from frightened to feral in an unforgettable 'Lord of the Flies'
A TV adaptation of William Golding's 1954 novel follows schoolboys who survive a plane crash and must fend for themselves on a deserted island. It was co-written by <em>Adolescence</em> creator Jack Thorne.
New book imagines Hans Christian Andersen showing up to Charles Dickens' house
<em>In Five Weeks in the Country</em>, author Francine Prose imagines a distressing, ill-timed visit to Charles Dickens' home in 1857 — offering a<em> </em>memorable twist on the classic English country house drama.
Legal scholar Kimberlé Crenshaw talks about her new book, 'Backtalker'
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with legal theorist Kimberlé Crenshaw about her new memoir "Backtalker."
Napheesa Collier says her critique of the WNBA was 'a little dramatic,' but it worked
NPR's Steve Inskeep asks WNBA star Napheesa Collier about the league's new contract with the players, and the state of women's sports.
See who's nominated for the 2026 Tony Awards
Nominations for the 79th Tony Awards are underway this morning, announced by Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss.
It's blockbuster book season: Here are 12 new titles coming in May
Summer blockbuster season has begun — on the big screen and in bookstores. This month brings new titles from Douglas Stuart, Kathryn Stockett, Ali Smith, David Sedaris and many more.
Stars showcase art-inspired fashion at 2026 Met Gala
What were the year's highlights from this year's Met Gala, and how did fashion's biggest night come to be cosponsored by Jeff Bezos?
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni settle dispute weeks before scheduled trial
In a joint statement, lawyers for the actors said they hoped the settlement would bring "closure."
A comedian launched a fake DHS tip line to report undocumented immigrants
Comedian Ben Palmer specializes in pranks. One of his more recent ideas for a prank was to set up a fake tip line for people to call in and report undocumented immigrants. He got hundreds of calls.
A group of intergenerational mall walkers in Portland makes exercise performance art
In Portland, Ore., an intergenerational group has started a joyful weekly mall walking tradition, complete with colorful costumes.
Here are the 2026 Pulitzer Prize winners
The 2026 Pulitzer Prizes in journalism, drama, books and music are awarded Monday.
In 'John of John,' father and son are gay -- and they're keeping it from each other
Like a number of his characters, Booker Prize-winning novelist Douglas Stuart grew up working class and queer in Glasgow. He went on to have a career in fashion, which plays into his latest novel.<br><br>
'Adolescence' creator talks teenage masculinity again for 'Lord of the Flies' series
Jack Thorne adapted <em>Lord of the Flies</em> into a four-part TV series to show the story unfolding through the eyes of each of the four main characters.
A group of intergenerational mall walkers in Portland makes exercise performance art
In Portland, Oregon, an intergenerational group has started a joyful weekly mall walking tradition, complete with colorful costumes.
Isabel Klee's new memoir explores the realities of dog rescue
New York City-based content creator Isabel Klee is known for fostering some of the hardest-to-place dogs. She's written a memoir, <em>"Dogs, Boys, And Other Things I've Cried About."</em>
Sunday Puzzle: It's all German to me
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with WPNE listener Cheryl Haupt and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.
'Wait Wait' for May 2, 2026: Live in San Diego with Ron Burgundy
This week, we're live in San Diego with host Peter Sagal, judge and scorekeeper Bill Kurtis, special guest Ron Burgundy, and panelists Eugene Cordero, Paula Poundstone, and Alzo Slade
On "SANGÚ," Arturo Sandoval reaches back and pays it forward
For more than 60 years, this maestro of magic has collaborated with towering figures. Now a new record, he turns to family.
Trends still go from the runway to retail. A lot has changed in how they get there
In 2006, an infamous scene from The Devil Wears Prada schooled viewers on how fashion trends make their way from the runway to the clearance bin. 20 years later, what's changed?
Here's what musician Amy Grant likes about getting older
On Wild Card, well-known guests answer the kinds of questions we often think about but don't talk about. Musician Amy Grant talks about what she likes about getting older.
'The Devil Wears Prada 2' is a fizzy sequel -- with more to say than the original
Like any good sequel, this movie feels like a reunion. Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Meryl Streep return in a cleverly written film that will delight anyone who loved the 2006 original.
This 'Devil Wears Prada' wants to save journalism
Andy Sachs returns to <em>Runway </em>in a timely but unconvincing story about saving the magazine.
'Baby Reindeer' creator Richard Gadd on his new show 'Half Man' and toxic masculinity
<em>Baby Reindeer</em> was an unexpected hit on Netflix in 2024. Now its creator and star is back, with a series about two boys who become brothers after their mothers fall in love in 1980s Scotland.
3 spring novels star trad wives, grown-up boy band fans, and a pregnant septuagenarian
Looking for a read that's complicated, gutsy and entertaining? Maureen Corrigan recommends<em> Yesteryear,</em> by Caro Claire Burke; <em>American Fantasy,</em> by Emma Straub; and <em>Enormous Wings</em>, by Laurie Frankel.
How South Asian representation in gaming is growing
Representation is growing in part through stars and developers from the diaspora. PlayStation's Saros, out this week starring the British actor Rahul Kohli, is poised to be a hit.
Chicago to host International Jazz Day
Chicago is hosting this year's International Jazz Day. NPR's A Martinez speaks with Nate Chinen, who is covering the event for Philadelphia's WRTI jazz station.
Kids in Louisville get their own Kentucky Derby parade
The Kentucky Derby is celebrated by locals in Louisville — including its smallest residents, who get their own downtown parade.
Belle Burden's marriage ended, and she found her voice
NPR's Juana Summers speaks with author Belle Burden about her memoir <em>Strangers</em>, and the powerful response the book is having.
In her new memoir, Mary Cain explains why she left pro running
NPR's Juana Summers talks with the runner Mary Cain about her book <em>This Is Not About Running</em>, which deals with the harassment and abuse she says she experienced as a young runner.
Flea on his wild path from childhood to the Chili Peppers: 'Thank God I've changed'
The longtime bassist for the Red Hot Chili Peppers has his first solo album. "I'm making music that occupies its own place in the world and that feels that's good to me," Flea says of <em>Honora</em>.
A driver lifted a teen's spirits at a stoplight
Forty years ago, a 19-year-old woman sat behind the wheel of her car, sobbing and feeling like her life had fallen apart. A stranger pulled up beside her at a stoplight and lifted her spirits.
How a stereo-mic captured unknown bands and delightful sound
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Aadam Jacobs about his massive archive of taped concert recordings from the 1980s and 1990s, and the grassroots effort to get them digitized.
'I love transforming': Nick Offerman goes from Pawnee to pro wrestler
Best known for his role as Ron Swanson on <em>Parks and Recreation</em>, Offerman plays a former professional wrestler reconnecting with his estranged daughter in <em>Margo's Got Money Troubles.</em>
An off-beat family makes some 'Big Mistakes' in this clever crime farce
A new Netflix comedy series by and starring Dan Levy is a wild inversion of <em>Schitt's Creek</em>. Where that show started out cartoonish and grew warmer, <em>Big Mistakes</em> is a frolic that grows more hellish.
Sunday Puzzle: Blank to blank
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with WPLN listener Nancy Bieschke and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.
A little boy loses his orange 'Balloon' but gains a new friend in this kids' book
When author Bruce Handy's son was young, he loved and lost an orange balloon. He and illustrator Julie Kwon talk about a child's singular devotion to a lost object in their nearly wordless kids' book.<br>
Worldwide Pinhole Photography Day
Fine art photographer Nancy Breslin joins NPR's Scott Simon in studio to celebrate Worldwide Pinhole Photography Day.
New museum dedicated to AI promises an ethical approach
As some continue to pushback on AI art, artist Refik Anadol seeks to base his new venture on ethical and environmental principles.
"The Midnight Rebellion" is a choose-your-own-adventure podcast
WBUR's "The Midnight Rebellion" is a choose-your-own-adventure podcast. Co-creator Dean Russell tells NPR's Rob Schmitz how that works, and why it's a good way for kids to explore the climate crisis.
'Wait Wait' for April 25, 2026: With Not My Job guest Father James Martin
This week, Wait Wait is live in Chicago with guest host Tom Papa, special guest Father James Martin and panelists Josh Gondelman, Shantira Jackson , and Katie Nolan
Before sci-fi was everywhere, this pioneering magazine championed 'scientifiction'
The name didn't stick. The fan communities did.
Before sci-fi was everywhere, this pioneering magazine championed 'scientifiction'
The name didn't stick. The fan communities did.
If you feel like Shakespeare isn't for you, look deeper
NPR's Juana Summers talks with Adjoa Andoh, the inaugural Director's Resident at the Folger Shakespeare Library, about Shakespeare's relevance in modern times, and specifically to people of color.
A filmmaker tries to make sense of her past in the achingly sad 'Blue Heron'
Sophy Romvari's semi-autobiographical drama touches on her childhood in British Columbia and her family's experience of tragedy. <em>Blue Heron</em> has won numerous prizes at international film festivals.
'Schmigadoon!' co-creator says series was inspired by a 'love affair' with musicals
Cinco Paul loves musicals — unlike his long-time writing partner. Their Apple TV+ series, now on Broadway, centers on a couple who become trapped in a musical town. <em>Originally broadcast Aug. 23, 2021.</em>
Michael Tilson Thomas, renowned conductor and composer, dies at 81
Thomas led the San Francisco Symphony from 1995 to 2020, helping to establish its reputation as a world-class orchestra. In 2021, he was diagnosed with glioblastoma multiforme, a type of brain cancer.
Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders approve $110B merger with Paramount Skydance
A $110B deal for Warner Bros. heads to a shareholder vote. Paramount promises 30 films a year if approved; critics warn it could shrink jobs, voices and competition.
Knitting enthusiasts from around the country recently met for yarn fest
People who love to knit held a convention recently where they showed off their love for yarn and fiber arts.
Kennedy Center leaders offer behind-the-scenes tour to explain need for closure
President Trump says the Kennedy Center must close for renovation. Members of Congress and two lawsuits contend the real reason is mismanagement, artist cancellations and declining ticket sales.
A slew of new Bigfoot sightings, on-screen and off-Broadway
Bigfoot is popping up everywhere — in low-budget horror films, in festivals around the country, and even in a critically acclaimed musical.
A filmmaker pieces together her brother's troubled past in 'Blue Heron'
Sophy Romvari's debut feature is a moving, semi-autobiographical account of a family doing everything they can to try to help their teen son
How 'Schmigadoon!' made its way from streaming to the Broadway stage
The Apple TV series <em>Schmigadoon</em> is now a hit on Broadway.
Oscar Isaac struggled with 'Beef.' So he turned to 'Frankenstein' for help
In Season 2 of <em>Beef</em>, Isaac plays Josh, a country club manager whose life is unravelling. He got into character by imagining how Victor Frankenstein would feel trapped inside Josh's "small life."
A young mom turns to OnlyFans to make ends meet in 'Margo's Got Money Troubles'
This TV adaptation of Rufi Thorpe's 2024 novel is a wild ride from start to finish. Its all-star cast includes Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer, Nick Offerman and Nicole Kidman.
Unwanted guns become tools and jewelry
A group in North Carolina helps people turn unwanted guns into tools and jewelry. For some, it's a healing process.
A 15-year-old shoplifter changed his course when another teen whispered a message
As a teenager, Everett Miller went through a rough time and started shoplifting. He recalls how a girl's whispered message kept him from making a terrible mistake.
Malala Yousafzai on life before and after being shot by a Taliban gunman
As a teen, Yousafzai risked her life speaking out against the Taliban. "At the time, what scared me more was a life without an education as a girl," the Nobel-winner told Terry Gross at a live event.
She set out to find the best free restaurant bread in America. Here's what she learned
NPR's Elissa Nadworny speaks to journalist Caity Weaver about what she learned on her quest to find the best free restaurant bread in America.
Jane Kaczmarek on reprising her role as Lois for the 'Malcolm in the Middle' reboot
NPR's Elissa Nadworny speaks to Jane Kaczmarek about reprising her role as the tough but loving mother, Lois, for the 'Malcolm in the Middle' reboot, "Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair."
Sunday Puzzle: For Mimi
NPR's Elissa Nadworny plays the puzzle with WMEH listener Chee Sing Lee and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.
Friendships and flower arrangements: Keeping the Japanese art of ikebana alive
Ikebana is the Japanese art of floral arranging. Ikebana International is introducing Americans to the art and promoting friendship through flowers.
Sunday Puzzle: For Mimi
NPR's Elissa Nadworny plays the puzzle with WMEH listener Chee Sing Lee and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.
'Wait Wait' for April 18. 2026: With Not My Job guest Phil Pritchard
This week, Wait Wait is live in Chicago with host Peter Sagal, guest judge and scorekeeper Alzo Slade, special guest Phil Pritchard and panelists Alonzo Bodden, Adam Burke, and Dulcé Sloan
While in a detention cell, a young man heard a voice that allowed him to see hope
A man recalls the despair he felt when, as a college student, he tried to break into a building on campus and ended up in a detention cell. That's when he heard a voice that helped him find hope.
You can't fake this: 'The Christophers' is a witty film about forgery and friendship
In Steven Soderbergh's new dark comedy, Ian McKellen plays a famous painter, and Michaela Coel is an art restorer hired to infiltrate his home by his greedy grown-up children.
Filmmaker John Waters -- aka the 'Pope of Trash' -- turns 80
Once called the "King of Bad Taste," Waters is known for his off-beat cult films <em>Pink Flamingos</em> and <em>Polyester</em>, as well as the more mainstream <em>Hairspray</em>. <em>Originally broadcast in 2014 and 2019.</em>
A new documentary on Lorne Michaels reveals plenty — except the man himself
Morgan Neville's film is packed with access and celebrity voices, but avoids deeper questions about its subject.
Boiling milk and worrying about the Iran war: A New Year dawns in Sri Lanka
In Sri Lanka, Buddhists and Hindus marked their New Year on Tuesday while a war thousands of miles away is making itself felt.
'Beef' is less rare in Season 2, but still well done
The hit Netflix series brings in a new cast that includes Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan, and even more beef.
Whiting Foundation names its 10 emerging authors of 2026
The annual Whiting Award for Emerging Writers comes with $50,000 to support each winner's work. It's one of the largest prizes granted to promising new authors.
One man's mission to clean up South Florida's mangrove forests
Picking up trash in Mangrove forests has become a calling for one Florida man.
Exploring the green side of Rio de Janeiro: a vast urban rain forest
Rio de Janeiro in Brazil is home to the world's largest urban rain forest. Woven among the city's bustling neighborhoods are soaring tree canopies, waterfalls, and miles of hiking trails.
Actor Amanda Peet says she's 'cancer-free and extremely lucky'
Peet is always waiting for the other shoe to drop. Except last year there seemed to be three different shoes, as she faced her parents' deaths and a breast cancer diagnosis.
Have we been reading Toni Morrison all wrong?
Harvard professor Namwali Serpell has been teaching Morrison for nearly two decades. Her book, <em>On Morrison</em> is a deep dive into the Nobel winner's complete body of work — 11 novels, plays and criticism.
'Speakeasies to Symphonies' and 'Cosmic Music' chronicle 2 jazz greats
Critic Kevin Whitehead reviews biographies of two musicians who transcended jazz, and to whom recognition was slow in coming: James P. Johnson, born in 1894, and Alice Coltrane, born in 1937.
Asha Bhosle, the voice of Bollywood, has died aged 92
The Bollywood legend was one of the world's most recorded artists — who, by her own reckoning, made more than 12,000 songs.
The Analog Bag: Gen Z's solution to doomscrolling
Ayesha Rascoe unpacks an analog bag — a tote filled with screen-free activities — curated by Weekend Edition staff.
This tax season, Goldfish is rewarding parents for the 'Snack Tax'
As Tax Day approaches, Goldfish offers sneaky snacking parents a special "Snack Tax" refund.
Sunday Puzzle: Sweet Treat
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with KUT listener Nell Newton and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.
'Wait Wait' for April 11, 2026: Spring has sprung!
This week, we're on Spring Break with special guests Rhea Seehorn, Andy Richter, Delroy Lindo, and Jon M. Chu
At 86, Ian McKellen is still taking on new projects like 'The Christophers'
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Sir Ian McKellen about playing a sour painter in <em>The Christophers</em> and why the 86-year-old actor hopes to never retire.
In Steven Soderbergh's 'The Christophers,' an aging artist meets his match
The newest movie from director Steven Soderbergh, whose films range from <em>Erin Brockovich</em> to <em>Magic Mike</em> and the spy thriller<em> Black Bag</em>, is about artistic legacy itself.
The comic chemistry remains strong in Hulu's 'Malcolm in the Middle' reunion
Almost all the original cast return for a four-episode plot that centers on Hal and Lois' 40th-wedding-anniversary party. <em>Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair</em> is full of laughs and surprises.
Move over, Mr. Ripley. 'I Am Agatha' is a delightfully duplicitous debut
Nancy Foley's deviously-plotted novel centers on an aging artist in New Mexico. Brutally dismissive of anyone who disagrees with her, Agatha is a perfectly engaging (if unreliable) narrator.
Why Pokemon cards are one of the hottest speculative booms right now
If you collected Pokemon cards as a kid, here's hoping you held onto them. The Japanese franchise has been popular for decades, but it's become the latest speculative boom.
Actor Tim Blake Nelson feels like he's running out of time to do everything he wants
On Wild Card, well-known guests answer the kinds of questions we often think about but don't talk about. Tim Blake Nelson talks about feeling like he's running out of time to do the things he wants.
The most memorable moon movies aren't even about space
While marveling at Artemis II's mission, NPR's film critic went down a rabbit hole about moon-themed movies. Most have nothing to do with space.
What draws people into cults? A new book tracks the journeys of two followers
Harrison Hill's book <em>The Oracle's Daughter </em>is a story about the terror of losing the self — but it's also, gratifyingly, a story about finding the way back to it.<br>
'After the Flood' argues Bob Dylan's late career is just as potent as his early years
Much of our image of Dylan derives from his early protest music, but Robert Polito's book makes the argument that the most recent 30 years of Dylan's career have been just as creative as the first 30.
Hilariously caustic 'Big Mistakes' drags Dan Levy into organized crime
The new Netflix comedy created by Dan Levy and Rachel Sennott stars Levy as an uptight pastor and Taylor Ortega as his sister.
11 new books in April offer a chance to step inside someone else's world
The books we're spotlighting this month don't exactly radiate escapist good vibes — but they do offer the opportunity to step into someone else's life and get to know their view of our shared world.
Netflix does Nordic noir right in 'Jo Nesbø's Detective' series
A tortured Oslo police detective may be on the trail of a psycho killer in this genuinely suspenseful screen adaptation of Jo Nesbø's <em>The Devil's Star.</em>
Spring TV is stacked: The shows you won't want to miss right now
From dystopian drama to Silicon Valley satire, a wave of buzzy new series — and a few big finales — arrives all at once.
Now cancer-free, 'Roastmaster' comic Jeff Ross still finds humor in loss
Known for his ruthless celebrity roasts, Ross turns inward in his Netflix special, <em>Take a Banana for the Ride</em>, which details the loss of his parents and grandfather.
'The Testaments' star Chase Infiniti discusses her 'rocket ship' career success
Rising star Chase Infiniti has had a breakout year in Hollywood. She speaks with A Martínez about her upcoming role in the <em>Handmaid's Tale</em> sequel, <em>The Testaments</em>.<br>
How a stranger encouraged a father struggling with his daughter's health issues
A man who was trying to support his daughter with an undiagnosed disorder received praise from a stranger. He said it changed their life.
How a stranger's kind words stayed with a father and daughter
A father who was trying to support his daughter with an undiagnosed disorder received praise from a stranger. He said it changed their life.
New online game 'Five Nights at Epstein's' has parents and schools concerned
A video game has captured kids' attentions. It's called <em>Five Nights at Epstein's</em> — and the goal is to survive multiple nights on Jeffrey Epstein's island unscathed.
An author and former detective on Norway's Easter tradition of reading crime fiction
In Norway, Easter is celebrated by reading crime fiction. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe investigates this holiday tradition with author and former homicide detective Jorn Lier Horst.
Iceland Air is looking for bad photographers to take pictures of beautiful sights
Iceland Air is hiring a photographer to come to their country and take pictures of beautiful landscapes. The main requirement for candidates is that their photography skills must be terrible.
OB-GYN Mary Fariba Afsari discusses her memoir 'Labor' about starting a mobile clinic
Practicing OB-GYN Mary Fariba Afsari bought an RV and started a mobile clinic in 2022. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks to Afsari about her book, "Labor: One Woman's Work."
Sunday Puzzle: To Be Announced
Sunday Puzzle: To Be Announced
Natural disasters and political instability hampered U.S. museum attendance in 2025
<em>The Art Newspaper</em>'s latest annual study of "the world's 100 most visited art museums" also reveals signs of modest growth.
'Wait Wait' for April 4, 2026: With Not My Job guest Olivia Munn
This week, Wait Wait is live in Chicago with guest host Negin Farsad, special guest Olivia Munn and panelists Rachel Coster, Peter Grosz, and Joyelle Nicole Johnson
Author George Saunders shares the experience he wishes he could give to every person
On Wild Card, well-known guests answer the kinds of questions we often think about but don't talk about. Author George Saunders talks about the experience he wishes he could give to every person.
'The Drama' is a half-baked comedy about wedding stress and cancel culture
Robert Pattinson and Zendaya play an engaged couple whose happiness is derailed when a boozy game of "What's the Worst Thing You've Ever Done?" uncovers a dark secret from the past.
Comic/filmmaker and star Julio Torres spins immigration stress into satire
Torres talks about the obstacles he faced in the immigration system after he came to the U.S. from El Salvador in his 20s. His new HBO Max show is <em>Color Theories</em>. <em>Originally broadcast March 11, 2024.</em>
Dark wedding comedy 'The Drama' has a provocative premise — but it never commits
Early on, Zendaya and Robert Pattinson's new movie <em>The Drama</em> takes a turn. We're talking about it here: spoilers ahead.
The surprising feminist history of baseball's biggest anthem
There's a lot more to "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" than "peanuts and Cracker Jack."<br>
'I dreamed it...I expected it.': Arsenio Hall talks about his career and new memoir
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with America's beloved late-night TV host Arsenio Hall who writes of the ups and downs of his remarkable career in his new memoir, "Arsenio."
Ziggy Stardust and Hacky Sack: What life was like the last time we went to the moon
The Artemis II mission is the first time humans have headed to the moon since 1972. That year also marked the debut of <em>The Godfather</em> and the Egg McMuffin.
From 'The Old Man' to 'Giant,' John Lithgow is still going strong
Lithgow, 80, plays an intelligence agent in the FX action series <em>The Old Man</em>, and he's currently starring in the Broadway production of <em>Giant</em>, about a troubling side of children's author Roald Dahl.
A propaganda war on the National Mall pits Trump against satirical statues and posters
The Trump administration and its critics are waging a war of images on the National Mall like none before. The president's face stares down from federal buildings while statues and posters mock him below.
The oil industry is betting big on plastics. Here's what that means for the future
Journalist Beth Gardiner says the fossil fuel industry is increasingly reliant upon plastic products. Her book is <em>Plastic Inc.: The Secret History and Shocking Future of Big Oil's Biggest Bet.</em>
Homesick in a foreign country, a teenager meets a lifelong friend
Holly Deiaco-Smith was feeling homesick while studying abroad in France when she was 19 years old. An encounter at the post office changed everything and led to a decades-long friendship.
From scrappy startup to tech giant, Apple celebrates its 50th year
Countercultural mythmaking and global corporate dominance have helped the tech corporation sail through criticism.
Award Season Surprise: Independent Film Sweeps Major Categories
The critically acclaimed indie production took home top honors at the ceremony, beating out big-budget studio films in a stunning upset for Hollywood's biggest night.
6 books named finalists for the 2026 International Booker Prize
The shortlisted titles include novels and novellas from authors and translators spanning four continents, with stories that range from Japanese-controlled 1930s Taiwan to the streets of Tehran in 1979.
'The Keeper' is a grand finale to Tana French's Cal Hooper crime series
Set in a quaint Irish village, <em>The Keeper</em> follows <em>The Searcher</em> and <em>The Hunter,</em> and solidifies the crime series' status as a contemporary classic.
Inside the high-priced retreats promising to help men reclaim their masculinity
The Trump era has brought a resurgence of the "alpha male."<em> New Yorker</em> writer Charles Bethea reports on camps where men crawl through mud and sit in ice baths in an effort to reclaim masculinity.
Former Alex Jones employee says: 'It was nonsense, it was lies'
Josh Owens spent four years as a video editor and field producer for Jones' Infowars media company. "It was all about making things look cinematic," he says. Owens' memoir is <em>The Madness of Believing.</em>
Thieves steal paintings by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse from a private museum in Italy
Thieves made off with three paintings by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse worth millions of euros from a museum near the city of Parma in northern Italy.
Farmworker communities are still reeling after Chavez sexual abuse allegations
Cesar Chavez once lived in Delano, home of the United Farm Workers' first HQ. In the wake of sexual abuse allegations against him, many in the city struggle over removing his name from public spaces.
New Museum Exhibition Explores the History of Digital Culture
The groundbreaking exhibition traces the evolution of internet culture, social media, and digital art, featuring interactive installations and rare artifacts from the early web era.
Streaming Wars Heat Up as Major Platforms Announce New Content Deals
Competition among streaming services intensified this week with billions of dollars in new content licensing and production agreements announced across the industry.