What Netflix Tells Us About Decision Paralysis
It's bad, and the only thing you can do is lower your expectations and press play.
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A Reality TV Retrospective
As both The Real World and Survivor celebrate their 30th (yes, 3-0) seasons, we look at how the likes of Snooki unseated the Rachels and Monicas of the world.
Asian Americans, They’re Just Like Us
ABC has toned down Eddie Huang’s unfiltered and hilarious memoir for the latest addition to its multicultural line-up, Fresh Off the Boat, but it’s still an important step toward putting an end to one-note stereotypes.
A Long-Overdue Black Host for Late Night
Larry Wilmore’s new Comedy Central show is very good, and much needed.
Can Watching TV Improve Your Health?
Public health wonks have figured out how to influence Hollywood writers: Don't call them, they'll call you.
‘House’ Fans Are Scared of the Wrong Diseases
People who watch medical dramas like Grey’s Anatomy and House are more likely than non-watchers to be fatalistic about cancer and to underestimate the importance of chronic illnesses.
Why ‘Game of Thrones’ Isn’t Medieval—and Why That Matters
Fantasy worlds are never just fantasy. They appeal to us because they refract our own histories and speak to contemporary interests.
The King Is Dead, Forever
After his character's death on Game of Thrones, Jack Gleeson is giving up acting. Could this be the beginning of a trend for not-quite-A-list stars?
Why Isn’t ‘The Americans’ More Popular?
Although it's not necessarily lacking in viewership, FX's best show still isn't talked about in the same way as Game of Thrones or Mad Men.
What Causes Inequality? Systemic and Individual Frames for Racism in Media
Race Forward takes a close look at how newspapers and cable television outlets cover one type of inequality.