Glen Weldon

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Kevin Conroy, who died at 66, was maybe the greatest performer of Batman ever

Friday, November 11, 2022

Glen Weldon says actor Kevin Conroy, the voice of the Caped Crusader in Batman: The Animated Series and other projects, kept his portrayal cool, wry, and unforced.

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Actor Kevin Conroy, best known as the voice of Batman, died Friday at age 66

Friday, November 11, 2022

NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Pop Culture Happy Hour host Glen Weldon about the death of actor Kevin Conroy, best known as the voice of Batman in the 1990s animated series.

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'Wakanda Forever' hopes to replicate the success of 'Black Panther'

Friday, November 11, 2022

The sequel to the Marvel film Black Panther is in wide release this weekend. Wakanda Forever directly addresses the death of the character played by the late Chadwick Boseman.

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What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend viewing

Friday, October 28, 2022

Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: Andor, Aftersun, Southern Baptist Sissies and more.

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Seven things to look for in season 2 of 'House of the Dragon'

Friday, October 28, 2022

The first season of HBO's Game of Thrones spin-off ended with the beginning of a civil war. Here's what to expect out of season 2.

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'House of the Dragon' episode 10: Dance, dragons, dance

Monday, October 24, 2022

In the season finale of HBO's Game of Thrones spinoff, Rhaenyra assesses her position and the skies over Westeros become less than friendly.

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What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend viewing and reading

Friday, October 21, 2022

Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: Atlanta season 4, The Lair of The White Worm, and old reality TV on free streaming channels.

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In 'Black Adam,' a lightning-based champion can't hold a charge

Friday, October 21, 2022

Dwayne Johnson certainly looks the part of the DC Universe's most powerful anti-hero, but he buries his movie-star charisma under a dour ponderousness.

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'House of the Dragon' episode 9: In King's Landing, a king's missing

Sunday, October 16, 2022

In the ninth episode of HBO's Game of Thrones spin-off, usurpation, consternation and coronation. Plus an extended round of Where's Aegon?

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What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend listening and viewing

Friday, October 14, 2022

Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: the film Gamak Ghar, Rosalía's album Motomami, remembering Angela Lansbury, and more.

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'House of the Dragon' episode 8: A family dinner becomes a last supper

Sunday, October 09, 2022

On HBO's Game of Thrones spin-off, a question of succession turns the show into Succession.

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'House of the Dragon' recap episode 7: Just you and eye

Sunday, October 02, 2022

On the 7th episode of HBO's Game of Thrones spin-off, guests at a funeral express their grief through sex and violence. Fantasy royals: they're just like us!

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'House of the Dragon' episode 6: From here to paternity

Sunday, September 25, 2022

On HBO's Game of Thrones spin-off, questions around several characters' lineage turn the show into one long episode of medieval Maury.

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These are the new movies and TV shows we can't wait to watch this fall

Monday, September 19, 2022

Our critics' guide lets you search by genre and where to watch — whether on your couch or in the theater. Here's what NPR critics are looking forward to after a busy blockbuster summer.

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'House of the Dragon' episode 5: The perfect match ... to burn it all down

Sunday, September 18, 2022

Episode 5 of HBO's 'Game of Thrones' spin off gets its ducks — and its geese — in a row. A royal celebration goes off with a great big bloody hitch.

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'House of the Dragon' episode 4: Daemon and Rhaenyra, in league for palace intrigue

Sunday, September 11, 2022

In episode 4 of HBO's 'Game of Thrones' spinoff, Daemon surrenders his crown and spends a night on the town; Rhaenyra's rumspringa doesn't sit well with the king-a.

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What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend reading, listening and viewing

Friday, September 09, 2022

Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: The Fifth Season, Bad Sisters, and more.

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'House of the Dragon' episode 3: The king - and the show - go hunting for validation

Sunday, September 04, 2022

In the third episode of HBO's Game of Thrones prequel, Rhaenyra is bored, has to fend off a Lord, then nearly gets gored; meanwhile, a minor threat gets put to the sword.

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In 'House of the Dragon' episode 2, two royal heirs stand off, and one stands down

Sunday, August 28, 2022

In the second episode of HBO's 'Game of Thrones' prequel, Daemon makes a play, Rhaenyra wins the day, and Viserys gets the final say.

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What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend reading, listening and viewing

Friday, August 26, 2022

Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: Peppa Pig, Apostle, and more.

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