Eric Deggans
Stories
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How personality trumped policy in this media election cycle
President-elect Trump has excelled at creating his own media image, from his earliest days as a real estate baron. His supporters find him entertaining and feisty, and even critics find it difficult not to talk about him.
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Need a break from scrolling? Here's what NPR's TV critic is watching this week
It's a big week for doom scrolling and channel-surfing. Here are suggestions for binge-watching: Lioness, Tulsa King, Shrinking and Somebody Somewhere.
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‘SNL’ has always taken on politics. Here’s what works – and why
As a historic election looms, Saturday Night Live faces an ongoing challenge to make America laugh – and process an increasingly strange political world. Jean Smart hosts the show’s 50th season premiere on Saturday.
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A recap of the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards hosted by Eugene and Dan Levy
The Emmy Awards didn't offer a single show that outperformed the rest. Instead, a few shows split most of the major categories -- without too many surprises.
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The FX show 'The Old Man' is back for a 2nd season
The thriller -- "The Old Man" -- gives Jeff Bridges and John Lithgow a powerful platform to explore the lessons and regrets that come from reaching a certain age.
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A review of the new Peacock series 'Fight Night'
The Peacock series Fight Night tells the story of how a party after Muhammad Ali's 1970 comeback fight in Atlanta became an infamous heist.
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A cable TV dispute is disrupting the industry at a crucial time
A dispute between Disney and DirecTV is interrupting broadcasts, limiting access to the U.S. open, the start of college football season and more during a crucial time for the industry.
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Broadcast TV, cable or streaming? How to watch the NFL this season
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Jon Stewart and Daily Show at the DNC
Jon Stewart hosts a special live edition of 'The Daily Show' Thursday night from the Democratic National Convention. He says he's not sure if he'll continue hosting the show after the election.
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Pioneering TV host Phil Donahue has died at age 88
Phil Donahue may have developed a reputation for presenting passionate discussions on hot-button topics through cheeky stunts. But he told NPR in a 2021 that an early inspiration was mainstream news journalists, who he saw as fearless truth tellers.
