Dec 1st, 2008 · During a time when many Americans are tightening our belts, we may have to loosen them a bit for the holidays, especially when it's time to have guests over. But as cookbook author Nigella Lawson says, "You entertain to see your friends. You're not opening a restaurant."
Nov 21st, 2008 · Comedian Wanda Sykes publicly came out of the closet at a rally in support of gay marriage. Will other black stars follow suit? Newsweek's Allison Samuels gets us up to speed on the latest in entertainment news.
Nov 19th, 2008 · A photographer and a comedy writer went through over 50,000 head shots and picked out those that "took our breath away." The book that resulted is a bizarre tutorial in the art of getting noticed, starring an actress who will only wear pink and other entertaining dreamers.
Nov 12th, 2008 · Welsh singer-songwriter Judith Owen has a knack for entertaining her audience with self-deprecating humor just before enchanting it with her elegant and emotional songs. In her third Mountain Stage appearance, Owen plays songs from her latest album, Mopping Up Karma.
Nov 11th, 2008 · Queen Elizabeth 2, one of the world's most famous ocean liners, is on her final voyage. The vessel will become a first-class hotel and entertainment center in Dubai. Captain Ian McNaught talks with Ari Shapiro about what it's been like to be on board the ship for more than 20 years.
Nov 3rd, 2008 · The Federal Communications Commission votes Tuesday on whether to open up broadcast airwaves to deliver high-speed wireless Internet access. Tech companies like the idea. But they're facing powerful opposition from broadcasters, religious leaders and entertainers.
Oct 30th, 2008 · In a session from WXPN, Okkervil River performs material from The Stand Ins. The band's lead singer and songwriter, Will Sheff, reveals the real characters that populate his songs and how the new album offers a satirical look at the entertainment industry.
Oct 28th, 2008 · The nation's gambling palaces are setting their course for hard times. In Atlantic City, N.J., officials repealed a smoking ban less than two weeks after it took effect. Officials say they don't want to hurt the economy by driving smokers away from the tables. You may hurt your lungs: but you're helping your country. In Las Vegas, the Flamingo is asking two entertainers to do their part. Donnie and Marie Osmond have extended their variety show for two more years.