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John Carney on pop stars, movie stars, and Power Ballad
Kim Masters talks to John Carney about his new film Power Ballad, his latest exploration of the music industry. Plus, Masters and Matt Belloni discuss why Amazon dropped out of distributing a movie critical of Open AI.
David Koepp on trying to ‘not screw up’ Disclosure Day
Kim Masters talks to screenwriter David Koepp about Disclosure Day, his latest collaboration with director Steven Spielberg. Plus, Masters and Matt Belloni discuss Fox Corp’s acquisition of Roku.
Former FTC Commissioner wants to stop the Paramount-Warner merger
Kim Masters talks to Alvaro Bedoya, a former FTC Commissioner, about why he objects to the Paramount-Warner Brothers merger. Plus, Masters and Matt Belloni discuss the box office prospects for Steven Spielberg’s new movie Disclosure Day.
Eric Kripke responds to critics of the ‘The Boys’ finale
Eric Deggans talks to Eric Kripke, creator of Amazon Prime’s The Boys, about criticism of the show’s final season, and finale. Plus, Kim Masters and Matt Belloni discuss the firing of CBS’ 60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley.
Jack Thorne on ‘Adolescence,’ ‘Lord of the Flies,’ and his autism
Kim Masters talks to Jack Thorne, co-creator of the award-winning Neflix limited series Adolescence. Plus, Kim and Matt Belloni discuss the major shakeup at CBS News’ 60 Minutes.
The Sam Sanders Show
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Madonna’s Pop Matriarchy
Unpacking her new album ‘Confessions II.’
The Ultimate ‘90s Nostalgia Party (Live Show!)
Breaking down the decade’s best moments, music and mishaps.
The Homoerotic Spectacle of ‘Love Island USA’
How the straightest reality dating show became a gay sensation.
What Happens When a Trans Comedian Tours America Alone?
Roz Hernandez on queerness, touring the country and ghost stories.
Is Hollywood In The Middle Of An Age War?
Why boomers just won’t let go of the movie industry
Is 2026 the Year Everything Started to Look Too Perfect?
This year's biggest trend might be our bodies.
The Treatment
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The Treat: Wes Anderson
The director celebrates a “scary” and stunning piece of architecture.
How Martin Scorsese Stays Curious
Filmmaker Rebecca Miller unpacks the larger than life director in her Apple TV+ documentary ‘Mr. Scorsese.’
The Treat: Spike Feresten
The Emmy nominated writer pays homage to a groundbreaking late night host.
Edward Norton on the best date movie of the summer
The Oscar nominated actor talks up his newest buzzy film ‘The Invite.’
The Treat: David Siegel
One of the directors behind ‘The Friend’ celebrates an architecture movement not known for delicacy.
Richard Gadd on the duality in his work
The creator and star of 'Half Man' explains why repression and tension reoccur in his work.
Weekend Film Reviews
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CultureWeekend Film Reviews: ‘Minions and Monsters,’ ‘Enola Holmes 3’
The Minions return to wreak havoc on 1920s Hollywood.
CultureWeekend Film Reviews: 'Jackass: Best and Last,' 'The Invite,' 'Supergirl'
Jackass is back with ill-advised stunts. Some things never change.
CultureWeekend Film Reviews: 'Toy Story 5,' 'Leviticus'
Move over Evil Emperor Zurg, Sworn Enemy of The Galactic Alliance. The latest Toy Story villain is an electronic tablet stealing a child's attention from her toys.
CultureWeekend Film Reviews: 'Disclosure Day,' 'Find Your Friends'
The second-most hyped event of the weekend (after the World Cup, obvi) is probably the release of legendary director Steven Spielberg's 35th film Disclosure Day.
CultureWeekend Film Reviews: ‘Masters of the Universe,’ ‘Scary Movie’
By the power of Greyskull! He-Man returns to the big screen.
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