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Shane Gillis Isn’t Funny. Here Are Some Comedians Who Are
The ‘SNL’ host misfired on many levels — especially with his sexist attack on women.
Oct 16
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An Inside Look at an Exiled Russian Journalist Targeted as a ‘Foreign Agent’
‘My Undesirable Friends: Part II — Exile’ follows reporters trying to work in exile after the invasion of Ukraine.
Oct 15
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‘30 Rock’ Once Seemed Too Absurd to Be Real. Instead, It Predicted the Future
The sitcom, which debuted on NBC 20 years ago, recognized before its time the extent to which ‘We’re a fallen society.’
Oct 13
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‘Musk’ is Not an Easy Watch, But It’s Essential Viewing
The four-hour documentary paints a scathing portrait of the world’s first trillionaire.
Oct 9
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What It Feels Like to Have the Most Banned Book in the Country
Author Patricia McCormick is “really quite mystified” that “Sold,” her novel about child sex trafficking, is the most banned book of the year.
Oct 6
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NEW! Catch Up on Culture with Me
Exclusive interviews, deep dives, and recommendations, delivered to your inbox every other week.
Oct 2
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‘Primetime’ Revisits a Tawdry Turning Point in TV History
“To Catch a Predator” reflected an era of extreme sensationalism that we’re still reckoning with today
Oct 1
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Why Salman Rushdie Wants to ‘Get on With It’
The author talks about a new documentary chronicling his recovery from an assassination attempt in 2022, and his many years living under the threat of…
Sep 29
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Paramount Strikes Deal With State AGs, Paving the Way for Warner Bros. Merger
David Ellison will soon be in control of CNN.
Sep 21
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A Movie About Concrete That’s Actually About so Much More
John Wilson’s profound new documentary and other things to watch this weekend.
Sep 18
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Is Censorship the Best PR?
On Macklemore, Ed Sheeran, Robert Kraft, and free speech.
Sep 17
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Sorry, Ed Sheeran
Artists don't get to be apolitical in 2026.
Sep 16
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