Arts Mar 27 Comedian Margaret Cho reflects on her career and the role of standup in activism Margaret Cho is a trailblazer in the world of standup comedy, and a bold and unapologetic voice on social and political matters. She’s now celebrating 40 years of making people laugh and drawing attention to the issues of the day.
Arts Mar 24 How a couple in rural Indiana uses art to combat consumerism and waste A husband and wife duo are raising awareness about consumerism through their art — and making a living in the process. Special correspondent Cat Wise traveled to rural Indiana to meet them and see their art farm.
Arts Mar 22 Darren Walker proposes shift in focus of giving in new book ‘From Generosity to Justice’ In 1889, one of the richest men of his age, industrialist Andrew Carnegie, wrote “The Gospel of Wealth,” calling on those with money to use it to promote the general good. Now comes “From Generosity to Justice: A New Gospel…
Arts Mar 21 Randall Park on his directorial debut and Asian American representation in Hollywood Since starring in the hit sitcom “Fresh Off the Boat,” Randall Park has become a familiar face on television and in some of Hollywood’s biggest movies. Now the Korean American actor can also be found behind the camera with his…
Arts Mar 17 Jessica Chastain takes on ‘A Doll’s House’ in new Broadway adaptation “A Doll’s House,” the classic 19th-century play by Henrik Ibsen, is getting a new Broadway adaptation starring one of today’s biggest stars, Jessica Chastain. She plays Nora Helmer, one of the most iconic characters in theater history. Chastain sat down…
Arts Mar 13 How the Oscar wins for ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ could change Hollywood The 95th Academy Awards proved to be an evening of wins for Asian and Asian American actors with “Everything Everywhere All at Once” sweeping up many of the Oscars. Los Angeles Times film critic Justin Chang joined William Brangham and…
Arts Mar 08 ‘Stranger at the Gate’ explores how a potential tragedy became a powerful act of kindness Among the slate of films that could win an Oscar on Sunday, one new documentary looks at how a potentially deadly encounter led to a surprising and inspiring ending. Amna Nawaz spoke with the duo behind the film, "Stranger at…
Arts Mar 07 Renowned architect receiving prestigious Pritzker Prize questions his industry’s impact David Chipperfield is one of the world’s most prolific architects, with buildings all around the world. The British architect on Tuesday was awarded his profession’s most distinguished honor: the Pritzker Architecture Prize. Jeffrey Brown spoke with Chipperfield about his life…
Arts Feb 24 Ukrainian ballet dancers in exile serve as cultural ambassadors as war rages on at home During the past twelve months of war, Ukrainians have demonstrated their courage and resilience in countless ways. One group of artists is responding in the best way they know how. Through dance, they are bringing their work and stories to…
Arts Feb 23 How Larry Wilmore’s 30 years in TV have shaped comedy and challenged traditional notions Your favorite TV comedies likely owe a lot to Larry Wilmore, the creator or guiding force behind some of the most popular and most impactful shows over the last 30 years. Geoff Bennett spoke with him about how his work…