Stephen Thompson appears in the following:
Yo-Yo Ma (feat. Tunde Olaniran), 'Doorway'
Thursday, December 30, 2021
Pairing the classical cellist with the Michigan iconoclast makes a fair bit of sense: Neither cares much for genre boundaries.
What's making us happy: A guide for your weekend reading and listening
Friday, December 17, 2021
Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: Jackie Kashian's new comedy album, music of Yasmin Williams and more!
Stephen Thompson
Thursday, December 16, 2021
The Pop Culture Happy Hour host shares his favorite albums and songs of 2021.
What's making us happy: A guide for your weekend watching, listening and reading
Thursday, November 25, 2021
Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: the new album by Snail Mail, the 2020 book Piranesi and more.
What's making us happy: A guide for your weekend watching and listening
Friday, November 19, 2021
Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: the new season of Locke & Key, The Untamed and more.
Karen Dalton, 'Something on Your Mind (Alternate Take)'
Tuesday, November 09, 2021
Alternate takes are often mere curiosities, but Karen Dalton's country-inflected version of "Something on Your Mind" feels genuinely revealing.
Spiritualized, 'Always Together With You'
Tuesday, November 02, 2021
Spiritualized's new song slowly blooms into full-blown Technicolor space-rock.
What's making us happy: What you should watch, read and listen to this weekend
Friday, October 15, 2021
Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: Spirit Halloween videos, the podcast Suspect, and more.
Black Country, New Road, 'Chaos Space Marine'
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
The London-based band follows up a sprawling, pan-genre beast of an album from earlier this year by distilling its eclectic sound down to the essentials.
John Mellencamp & Bruce Springsteen, 'Wasted Days'
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
John Mellencamp and Bruce Springsteen have discographies that go back to the '70s, but have never actually recorded in the studio together until now.
What's Making Us Happy: A Guide For Your Weekend Watching, Listening And Reading
Friday, September 10, 2021
Each week, the guests and hosts on Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. Today it's The Other Two, LuLaRich and a collection of movies starring Josephine Baker.
What's Making Us Happy: A Guide For Your Weekend Watching, Listening And Reading
Friday, September 03, 2021
Each week, the guests and hosts on Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. Today it's Marie Kondo's new show Sparking Joy, the latest episode of Ted Lasso, and a graphic novel.
Johnnyswim, 'Devastating'
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
In the bittersweet "Devastating," husband-and-wife duo Johnnyswim reflects on the joys and hardships that go into a lifetime romantic partnership.
What's Making Us Happy: A Guide For Your Weekend Watching, Listening And Reading
Friday, August 20, 2021
Each week, the guests and hosts on Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. Today it's Reservation Dogs, Nine Perfect Strangers, and viral music videos from the band Little Big.
What's Making Us Happy: A Guide For Your Weekend Watching, Listening And Reading
Friday, August 13, 2021
Each week, the guests and hosts on Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. Today it's new music from Big Thief, Netflix's Bake Squad and a new article from Priya Krishna.
Flock Of Dimes: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Backed by members of Sylvan Esso, Mountain Man, Bon Iver and more, Flock of Dimes' Jenn Wasner performs three songs from her new album, Head of Roses.
Dinosaur Jr.: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
Tuesday, August 03, 2021
From an empty Shea Theater in Turners Falls, Mass., the trio plays songs from their new album, Sweep It Into Space, along with two towering classics.
Billie Eilish, 'Happier Than Ever'
Friday, July 30, 2021
Billie Eilish released five singles in the long run-up to Happier Than Ever, but saved its best song for the album's drop date.
What's Making Us Happy: A Guide For Your Weekend Watching, Listening And Reading
Saturday, July 24, 2021
Each week, the guests and hosts on Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. Today it's the Fear Street trilogy, Biz Markie's "Just a Friend," and Viet Thanh Nguyen's book, The Committed.
Brandi Carlile, 'Right On Time'
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Brandi Carlile describes her forthcoming album, In These Silent Days out Oct. 1, as "drama mixed with joy." The first single sets the tone.