Film/TV
In His 'Sortabiography,' Monty Python's Eric Idle Reflects On The Meaning Of Life
Monty Python’s Eric Idle is still "Always Looking on the Bright Side of Life." He’s out with a "sortabiography" and joins us.
The Growth (And New Contexts) Of LGBTQ Ball Culture
Underground LGBTQ ballroom competitions started in the 1970s as a safe haven for black and brown young people. We look at how the culture has grown.
Jenny Slate's Road To Self-Discovery — Through Self-Doubt
Life, loss, and laughter. We talk with comedian Jenny Slate on finding her voice through tough times.
The Evolution Of Jeff Daniels: From Will McAvoy To 'Mockingbird,' And More
"To Kill a Mockingbird" took Broadway by storm. Tony-nominee Jeff Daniels joined in studio to discuss.
Hallmark Christmas Movies Are Comin' To Town
'Tis the season for Hallmark Christmas movies. We look at surging ratings and the growing need for feel-good TV.
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Actor Brian Cox On The Success Of 'Succession'
Brian Cox plays a ruthless patriarch and media titan on HBO’s hit show "Succession." His next role is LBJ on Broadway. He joins us.
'Friends' Co-Creator On Its Resurgence: 'It's Like Comfort Food'
"When my daughter was in high school, one of her friends ... said to her, 'Have you seen that new show called 'Friends'? They thought it was a period piece."
Nostalgia TV's Takeover: Rewind The Clock, Rewatch The Classics
Nostalgia TV makes a comeback. We look at reboots, reunions, revivals and why, 25 years on, we want to hang with "Friends."
'The Lion King' Returns. That's The 'Circle Of Life.' Here's Your Review
Disney’s box-office domination continues with its remake of "The Lion King." The modern CGI looks beautiful, but does the story fall flat?
The Role Of Art In Bringing More Visibility To Disability
Ali Stroker made history as the first wheelchair user to win a Tony award. A viral video from "America’s Got Talent" of an autistic man singing had people in tears.
'Life Will Be The Death Of Me': Comic Chelsea Handler's Year Of Self-Discovery
Stand-up comic Chelsea Hander gets serious about her year in intense therapy and her book and podcast, "Life Will Be the Death of Me."
The Evolution Of Jeff Daniels: From Will McAvoy To 'Mockingbird,' And More
"To Kill a Mockingbird" is now a Broadway smash. Tony-nominee Jeff Daniels is in the studio.
As Its 11-Year, 22-Film Saga Comes To A Close, What's Next For Marvel?
As "Avengers: Endgame" concludes a long-running saga, we look at how Marvel has changed movie-making and why its superheroes are so beloved.
'It Was Like Our Own Homecoming,' Says Guitarist From Beyoncé's Coachella Band
"Out in the real world, you really don't get those experiences where you guys can just be together. It's like school all over again, where it's just black people in...
Remembering Filmmaker John Singleton
John Singleton died Monday at the age of 51. He spoke with On Point in 2005. We listen back to an excerpt.
18 Years Of The Tribeca Film Festival: Touching Down With Co-Creator Jane Rosenthal
We kick off this year’s Tribeca Film Festival with the festival's co-creator, Hollywood producer Jane Rosenthal.
'That Means I'm Not A Good Muslim?' Islam In Today's World With 'Ramy'
We talk to Ramy Youssef about his new Hulu comedy series that deals with living life as a faithful Muslim in today’s America.
Was 1999 The Best Year Ever For Movies?
"Fight Club." "American Beauty." "The Matrix." 1999 was a blockbuster year for movies. But was it the best ever year in film?
'Big Mouth' Is A Voice For What Feels 'Indescribable When You're 13,' Co-Creator Says
"It's really kind of finding those moments that feel really present in puberty and kids' lives and shining a light on them," says Jennifer Flackett, co-creator and executive producer of...
From 'Big Mouth' To 'Pen15,' TV Is Taking On Teen Sexuality
New streaming shows are changing the way TV talks about teen sexuality. We look at how the small screen is taking on the secret struggles of puberty.