Reverbiage: Stories from NPR tagged 'creators'

Lipton Gives A Rare Look 'Inside The Actors Studio'

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EST

James Lipton, the creator and host of the popular television program "Inside the Actors Studio," is celebrating the show's 200th episode this week on the Bravo cable network. Lipton is known for his casual, reflective talks with celebrities, A-listers from the late Paul Newman to comedian Chris Rock. In commemoration of the anniversary, the television host talks about his show, and his book Inside Inside the Actors Studio.

Stories Of 'Appalachia' Unearthed In PBS Series

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 10:02:00 EDT

A new PBS series traces the history of the people, wildlife and geology of the Appalachian mountains. The creators of Appalachia: A History of Mountains and People discuss the rich stories that have emerged from one of Earth's oldest mountain ranges.

Girl Talk Chops Pop Music To Pieces

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 10:27:00 EDT

Mash-up artist Girl Talk may feature more than 300 samples on his new album, Feed the Animals, but creator Greg Gillis says that he has only 100 MP3s on his laptop. He's more interested in the bits and pieces of music, even when it's only a split second.

'Prime Suspect' Creator Delves Into Criminal Mind

Sat, 04 Oct 2008 08:00:00 EDT

Crime writer Lynda La Plante created the award-winning BBC series Prime Suspect, as well as the popular series Trial & Retribution and The Commander. She shares her insights into the psychology of wrongdoers and the law enforcers who pursue them.

'Spore': Does Evolution Really Happen Like That...

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 10:00:00 EDT

In the new computer game, players create and control an entire species, directing their evolution from single-celled organisms into an interstellar civilization. An evolutionary biologist discusses the science behind the game with Will Wright, creator of "Spore."

J.J. Abrams, Life On The 'Fringe'

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 11:24:00 EDT

Lost creator J.J. Abrams discusses his latest television show, Fringe. The program features a paranormal universe inhabited by a research scientist, his estranged son and a female FBI agent.

'True Blood,' Tasty New TV From Alan Ball And HBO

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 11:42:00 EDT

The new HBO series centers on a vampire clan living in a small Louisiana town. It's by Alan Ball, creator of the hit series Six Feet Under, and based on a series of novels by Charlaine Harris. Anna Paquin stars.

The Man Behind 'The Shield'

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 11:40:00 EDT

Shawn Ryan, creator and executive producer of the acclaimed FX drama, The Shield, discusses his involvement in the series.

Alan Ball Re-Emerges With Vampires, 'Towelhead'

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 08:58:00 EDT

It's a big week for the creator of the death-obsessed series Six Feet Under. After several years out of the spotlight, his two major projects are emerging within a few days of each other. He discusses why they are both focused on sex.

Cells Are Stars Of 'Spore' Video Game

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 06:00:00 EDT

The creator of the hot-selling video game series The Sims has a new game coming out this weekend. In Spore, players create their own worlds starting from creatures the size of a cell. The cell and the world evolve, and ultimately an entire civilization is created. Will Spore help players learn about science?

'Book Of Lies' Examines The Story Behind The Cape

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 10:06:00 EDT

Brad Meltzer's new novel threads together the biblical story of Cain and Abel with the actual details of Superman creator Jerry Siegel's life.

Should Babies Get Own Plane Section...

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 13:00:00 EDT

A decidedly non-scientific study of air travelers by the bargain fare Web site Airfare Watchdog.com shows overwhelming support for establishing a separate section on airplanes for parents with babies and small children. The Web site's creator discusses the feasibility of such an idea.

How Does Comedy Influence Politics...

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:33:00 EDT

Political comedy is everywhere these days, from The Colbert Report, to SNL skits, to political ads on YouTube. Lizz Winstead, co-creator of The Daily Show, and Adam McKay, creator of the recent McCain/Paris Hilton ad, weigh in on the relationship between politicians and the comedians who mock them.

The Art Of Sandwich-Making

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 00:07:00 EDT

At its simplest, a sandwich is bread enclosing a filling. It also can be a perfectly balanced meal, with protein, vegetable, carbohydrate, dairy and even fruit — and can reflect the culture of a city or an entire nation. And it can be eaten — as its creator intended — by hand.

Comic Robert Smigel, Master Of 'Triumph'

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 10:38:00 EDT

Triumph the Comic Insult Dog's bark may be worse than his bite: The canine puppet has been mocking Hollywood celebrities for over a decade now. Robert Smigel, Triumph's creator, talks about the furry late-night fixture and his other comedy projects.

'Buffy' Creator Proves Doogie Howser Can Sing

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:09:00 EDT

This week, in an unusual first, television producer Joss Whedon unveiled Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, a musical comedy written for — and released exclusively on — the Internet.

Matt Weiner's 'Mad Men,' A Dazzling Product

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 10:03:00 EDT

Two Golden Globe wins, 16 Emmy nominations, and a new season on its way: The AMC television drama Mad Men seems on its way to making itself a household name. Celebrating its success is creator Matt Weiner.

Emmy Nominations Announced

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 16:00:00 EDT

The Emmy nominations have been announced. Among the nominees is "Mad Men," which airs on AMC. The show is one of two basic cable programs to ever receive a nod for best series. Its creator and executive producer, Matt Weiner, talks about the nomination.

Booklamp's Algorithms Pick Reads For You

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 07:00:00 EDT

The creator of a new Website says its database can predict books you'll enjoy reading. Just type in your favorite and the site's algorithms will scan for others with a similar level of action, amount of description, dialog, tense and perspective.

'Cheetah Girls' Creator Debuts 'Catwalk'

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:00:00 EDT

Deborah Gregory is widely credited with making "The Cheetah Girls" tween fashion icons. Gregory's latest project, Catwalk, a young adult novel, focuses on another group of fashion forward girls. The author and designer talks about the book and how she hopes it will inspire young girls to follow their dreams.

Creator of Big Bird Costume Remembered

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 16:00:00 EDT

Kermit Love, the costume designer who helped puppeteer Jim Henson create Big Bird and other Sesame Street characters, has died. Carroll Spinney, the puppeteer who plays Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch on Sesame Street, remembers him.

Marines Take On Bureaucracy in Generation Kill

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 14:27:00 EDT

The creator of HBO's The Wire and a reporter for Rolling Stone discuss their latest endeavor, Generation Kill, the HBO seven-part series in which elite members of the Marine Corps confront the military bureaucracy in the midst of a new war.

'Weeds' Creator Delivers Potent Product

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 17:18:00 EDT

The television show Weeds returns for a new season, and creator Jenji Kohan has major changes in store for its drug-dealing soccer mom protagonist.

'Daisy Ad' Creator Tony Schwartz Dies

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 16:00:00 EDT

Tony Schwartz, who helped create the memorable "daisy ad" that ran during the 1964 presidential race, has died at 84. The ad played on fears that Republican Barry Goldwater might use nuclear weapons if elected during the height of the Cold War.

Why The Audrey Gadget Flopped

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 13:00:00 EDT

After tons of testing and research, The Audrey, a kitchen computer designed for women, promised to be the next big thing. It flopped. In the third and final installment of our Girls and Gadgets series, the co-creator of The Audrey breaks down why the device failed.