Apr 14 Lena Dunham on ambition, fame and illness By Amna Nawaz Lena Dunham rapidly rose to fame more than a decade ago as the comedic force behind HBO’s breakout hit, ‘Girls.’ In a new memoir, Dunham candidly, hilariously, and sometimes painfully explores how she balanced celebrity with her struggles with chronic… Continue reading
Apr 13 Watch 3:39 Evan Shapiro and Geoff Bennett explore the future of media on 'Settle In' By Geoff Bennett, Sam Lane The media industry has been navigating substantial turmoil in recent years. On our PBS news podcast, “Settle In,” Geoff Bennett explored this upheaval with Evan Shapiro. He’s an award-winning producer who now writes about the industry for his Substack, “Media… Continue watching
Apr 13 Hollywood heavyweights voice opposition to Paramount's takeover of Warner Bros. By Jake Coyle, Associated Press More than a thousand movie stars, writers, directors and other Hollywood professionals announced their “unequivocal opposition” to the proposed Paramount merger with Warner Bros. Continue reading
Apr 10 See planned images for Trump's Washington triumphal arch By Associated Press It includes a towering winged figure with a Lady Liberty-like torch and crown, flanked by two eagles and guarded by four lions — all gilded. Continue reading
Apr 09 Watch 6:39 Inside Chicago's innovative Steppenwolf Theatre Company as it marks 50 years By Jeffrey Brown, Ryan Connelly Holmes Steppenwolf Theatre Company has long been one of the nation’s most influential ensemble companies. It's known for the actors it has launched and the groundbreaking work it has produced. It’s marking its 50th season at a moment of real uncertainty… Continue watching
Apr 08 Watch 3:14 A Brief But Spectacular take on how life is a play Actor and comedian Lyric Lewis discovered her love of performance through improv. She went on to make history as one of the first Black women in The Groundlings, the Los Angeles troupe celebrating its 50th anniversary. She reflects on finding… Continue watching
Apr 07 Watch 3:38 On 'Settle In,' Patrick Radden Keefe and Amna Nawaz discuss 'London Falling' By Amna Nawaz, Sam Lane Patrick Radden Keefe is the author behind bestsellers like “Say Nothing” and “Empire of Pain." The New Yorker staff writer’s latest book, “London Falling,” is about the mysterious 2019 death of teenager Zac Brettler. The book details Brettler's secret life,… Continue watching
Apr 07 Patrick Radden Keefe on finding great stories By Amna Nawaz Award-winning New Yorker staff writer Patrick Radden Keefe is the author behind best sellers like “Say Nothing” and “Empire of Pain.” His latest book, “London Falling,” is a deep dive into the mysterious death of a teenager – and the… Continue reading
Apr 07 Rapper Ye blocked from entering Britain to headline festival By Jill Lawless, Associated Press The rapper formerly known as Kanye West has been barred from entering the U.K., where he was scheduled to perform at the Wireless Festival in July. Continue reading
Apr 06 Watch 7:08 People in recovery find a fresh start by crafting Troublesome Creek instruments By Jeffrey Brown, Sam Weber In eastern Kentucky, the heritage of folk and traditional music, rooted in instruments like guitars, mandolins and dulcimers, is deeply seated. There's an effort to capitalize on this rich culture while providing a fresh start for people in addiction recovery. Continue watching