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Diversity Sells — But Hollywood Remains Overwhelmingly White, Male

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Diversity Sells — But Hollywood Remains Overwhelmingly White, Male

February 28, 2015 • Women and minorities continue to be under-represented on TV and in film, both behind and in front of the camera, according to a new study — even though diverse films and shows make more money.

Diversity Sells — But Hollywood Remains Overwhelmingly White, Male

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Leonard Nimoy's Mr. Spock Taught Us Acceptance Is Highly Logical

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Leonard Nimoy's Mr. Spock Taught Us Acceptance Is Highly Logical

February 28, 2015 • The Star Trek actor died Friday in Los Angeles, and NPR TV Critic Eric Deggans says Nimoy's signature role taught fans the power of accepting their differences rather than fighting them.

He Was, And Will Always Be, Our Friend: Remembering Leonard Nimoy

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He Was, And Will Always Be, Our Friend: Remembering Leonard Nimoy

February 27, 2015 • The Star Trek actor, writer, poet and photographer has died of lung disease at 83. NPR's Neda Ulaby has a look back at the long career of the man who was (and was not) Spock.

He Was, And Will Always Be, Our Friend: Remembering Leonard Nimoy

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Leonard Nimoy, Mr. Spock On 'Star Trek,' Dies At 83

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Leonard Nimoy, Mr. Spock On 'Star Trek,' Dies At 83

February 27, 2015 • The cause was end-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, his granddaughter tells NPR.

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Pop Culture Happy Hour: 'Parks And Rec' And 'Better Call Saul'

February 27, 2015 • It's a week of good TV as we say farewell to Pawnee, Indiana and dive into the story of Breaking Bad's grimy defense attorney, who now has his own prequel.

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This Season On 'House Of Cards,' It's Tough To Be The Boss

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This Season On 'House Of Cards,' It's Tough To Be The Boss

February 27, 2015 • New episodes of Netflix's House of Cards debut today, and NPR TV critic Eric Deggans says this season's challenges may please critics who say the show's vision of Washington, D.C., runs too smoothly.

This Season On 'House Of Cards,' It's Tough To Be The Boss

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Not Just Eating Bugs For Money! A Story Of 'Survivor' And Strategy

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Not Just Eating Bugs For Money! A Story Of 'Survivor' And Strategy

February 25, 2015 • What's the actual appeal of Survivor for people who have been watching it for almost 15 years, through what will soon be 30 seasons? Believe it or not: strategy.

'Parks And Recreation' Sets Off Into The Future

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'Parks And Recreation' Sets Off Into The Future

February 24, 2015 • The finale of Parks And Recreation carried the people of Pawnee beyond the things they could have imagined when the show began.

Fair Warning: Watch One 'Foyle's War' Episode, And You'll Want To Watch Them All

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Fair Warning: Watch One 'Foyle's War' Episode, And You'll Want To Watch Them All

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February 24, 2015 • The British series is set during and after World War II. Detective Foyle tackles crimes connected to the war — murder and spying, black markets and profiteering. It's "terrifically entertaining."

Fair Warning: Watch One 'Foyle's War' Episode, And You'll Want To Watch Them All

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'American Horror Story' Cast Member Ben Woolf Dies At 34

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'American Horror Story' Cast Member Ben Woolf Dies At 34

February 24, 2015 • Ben Woolf died Monday after being injured in a street accident, a spokesman said. The 4-foot-4 actor was hit by the side mirror of a passing vehicle on an LA-area street last week.

The Oscars: What People Are Saying The Day After

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The Oscars: What People Are Saying The Day After

February 23, 2015 • From civil rights to immigration and health issues such as Alzheimer's and Lou Gehrig's diseases, advocacy was a big part of last night's show. Here's what people are saying about it Monday.

'Birdman' Wins Big On A Soggy Night At The Oscars

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'Birdman' Wins Big On A Soggy Night At The Oscars

February 23, 2015 • Sunday night's Oscars brought expected wins for actors like Julianne Moore and J.K. Simmons, and big awards for the quirky showbiz satire Birdman.

The Comedy And Good Conversation Of Harris Wittels

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The Comedy And Good Conversation Of Harris Wittels

February 20, 2015 • NPR contributor Glen Weldon remembers writer, actor, producer, musician, and comedy podcast mainstay Harris Wittels, who died Thursday, just 30 years old.

Will The Next 'MacGyver' Be An Indian Woman?

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Will The Next 'MacGyver' Be An Indian Woman?

February 19, 2015 • Sharpen your Swiss Army knives and grab an extra roll of duct tape, because Mac may be coming back. The creators are looking to the fans to design the new show. And there's one big twist.

Will The Next 'MacGyver' Be An Indian Woman?

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For Host Larry Wilmore, A Year Of 'Extraordinary' Highs And 'Humbling' Lows

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For Host Larry Wilmore, A Year Of 'Extraordinary' Highs And 'Humbling' Lows

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February 19, 2015 • Wilmore is still fine-tuning The Nightly Show, which fills the late-night spot on Comedy Central vacated by Stephen Colbert. The show launched just as Wilmore's 20-year marriage was coming to an end.

For Host Larry Wilmore, A Year Of 'Extraordinary' Highs And 'Humbling' Lows

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Saturday February 28, 2015

Diversity Sells — But Hollywood Remains Overwhelmingly White, Male

Friday February 27, 2015

He Was, And Will Always Be, Our Friend: Remembering Leonard Nimoy

Listen to Pop Culture Happy Hour

This Season On 'House Of Cards,' It's Tough To Be The Boss

Wednesday February 25, 2015

Tuesday February 24, 2015

Fresh Air

Fair Warning: Watch One 'Foyle's War' Episode, And You'll Want To Watch Them All

Monday February 23, 2015

Friday February 20, 2015

Thursday February 19, 2015

Will The Next 'MacGyver' Be An Indian Woman?

Fresh Air

For Host Larry Wilmore, A Year Of 'Extraordinary' Highs And 'Humbling' Lows