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"I'm clearly dealing with grief and sadness by overcompensating with anger and funny." A deep look at the life of a comedian. Utopia has revealed the official trailer for a documentary film titled Are We Good?, a compelling look at the life of comedian / actor / podcaster Marc Maron. After decades running his mega famous podcast, Maron announced he'd be retiring from his podcast and shutting down Wtf. In the film, comic and podcast pioneer Marc Maron reflects on loss and growth, life, disillusionment and more, after the death of his partner, Lynn Shelton, the filmmaker who passed away in 2020 at age 54. As he processes grief & crafts comedy, he revisits his career,...

Marc Maron likely isn’t going to have comedy nemesis Jon Stewart on his podcast before it ends this fall — and he’s definitely not going to be sitting down with Bill Maher anytime soon, given his most recent comments about the Real Time host.

Maron just guested on Pod Save America, the podcast that should probably change its name after eight years of saving precisely squat. While he was there to promote his new HBO special, and discuss the imminent end of Wtf, Maron also commented on the state of modern comedy, including how Jerry Seinfeld went from a guy who “didn’t speak much publicly” to a guy who was “never shutting up.

Marc Maron recently appeared on “Pod Save America” (via Vulture) and doubled down on his criticisms of Bill Maher. While the “Wtf” host acknowledged that he joined Maher on HBO’s “Real Time” three times in the past, he has since turned on Maher in recent years. Maron already called Maher out earlier this summer for being partial to “some of the things” Donald Trump is doing in his second administration as U.S. president.

“I can’t do it,” Maron now said when “Pod Save America” host Jon Lovett asked him about Maher. “I always had a problem with his tone, and it happens with some of the other boomers, there’s this desperate chasing of relevance that changes someone’s mind in terms of how they approach what they do and also kind of makes the whole undertaking feel desperate.”

Maron added, “He’s got good joke writers...

The American romance with the open road is a story we tell ourselves constantly. It is a myth of freedom, of shedding a settled life for the promise of experience somewhere to the west. Director Ebs Burnough’s documentary, Kerouac’s Road: The Beat of a Nation, positions itself as an inquiry into the source code of that myth: Jack Kerouac’s 1957 novel, On the Road.

The film sets out to understand why this specific book maintains its powerful hold on the nation’s psyche, acting as a rite of passage for generations of restless souls. Burnough connects the post-war restlessness of the Beat Generation to the questions facing Americans today, asking what it means to hit the road now.

With passages from the novel read by Michael Imperioli providing a steady, rhythmic pulse, the documentary presents itself not as a simple biography but as a multi-layered investigation into a cultural...

When Don Lemon parted ways with CNN in 2023, he left armed with a few qualities that were bound to serve him in good stead. He was one of the most recognized anchors in the country, and he knew what it took to stand apart from the rest of the TV news pack.

As he dipped his toes into independent, digital media, however, he realized he was just a rookie who had to develop new skills — and fast. Lemon rented studio space “in the heart of Manhattan,” but quickly found viewers wanted to see him in a more authentic venue, like in his living room with the fireplace lit. Early in his tenure, Lemon secured what in the traditional news business would be considered a big “get” — a one on one interview with tech entrepreneur Elon Musk, whose social-media platform, X, had just agreed to distribute a new Lemon program. After...

Maybe it's because of the vast land in North America, how far you can drive without leaving a nation, but the open road has called to many a person. Jack Kerouac's famous novel On the Road certainly inspired many a road trip, and it's no wonder that it still resonates today. A new documentary explores just how much a legacy his story has left, and we've got an exclusive clip. From filmmaker Ebs Burnough (the former White House deputy social secretary and senior advisor to First Lady Michelle Obama), the new documentary Kerouac’s Road: The Beat of a Nation features actors Matt Dillon, Josh Brolin, Michael Imperioli, and W. Kamau Bell, among others, discuss their personal connection to Kerouac’s On The Road novel and how it formed their relationship...

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"Kerouac wanted to get out and experience something bigger..." "With all the savage irresponsibility that that comes with." Freestyle Releasing has debuted the trailer for a documentary titled Kerouac's Road: The Beat of a Nation, ready for release in theaters this August. It just premiered at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival and it will also play at the Locarno Film Festival in August. Kerouac's Road explores Jack Kerouac's iconic novel "On the Road" through today's lens, as celebrities & travelers reflect on authentic experiences in our digital age, echoing the novel's timeless search for genuine connection. The film introduces us to "on-the-roaders" and other fans of the book. Featuring Josh Brolin, W. Kamau Bell, Matt Dillon, and many more, it reveals a rarely seen side of Kerouac and offers a fresh take on On the Road and its lasting impact on America. In this modern era defined by screens and constant...

A Jeopardy! champion has broken a months-long curse, becoming the first winner to advance to the Tournament of Champions with five wins since Ben Ganger in May.

Up until this win, only five Jeopardy! season 41 contestants made it to the Tournament of Champions with five wins. They include Laura Faddah (8 wins), Andrew Hayes (6 wins), Liam Starnes (6 wins), Josh Weikert (6 wins), and Ben Ganger (5 wins). In addition, as the Celebrity Jeopardy! winner, W. Kamau Bell automatically qualifies.

A Jeopardy! champion has broken a months-long curse, becoming the first winner to advance to the Tournament of Champions with five wins since Ben Ganger in May.

During the July 9 episode of Jeopardy!, Scott Riccardi won his fifth game, and broke an over-two-month-long curse to become the sixth contestant to automatically qualify for the Tournament of Champions with five wins. According to the Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions Tracker, Scott, a 25-year-old engineer from Somerville,...

When a bright-eyed, 17 year-old Michael Imperioli first moved to New York City in the early ’80s, just as he was beginning to find his footing in East Village’s buzzing arts scene, he strolled into St. Mark’s Books and picked up a book that would change his life forever: “The Diamond Sutra.”

The historic Buddhist text, written in India sometime in the 2nd century Ce and believed to be the world’s earliest printed books, isn’t exactly the literary fare you’d expect to capture the fascination of a teenager in ’80s downtown New York — a subset more likely to be reading the likes of Alan Ginsberg, J.D Salinger and William S. Burroughs. But when Imperioli’s favorite writer Jack Kerouac, another rising literary star at the time, announced his dedication to the Sutra manuscript, and even pledged to read it every single day after reorganizing it into seven daily readings,...

Director and star of the Vegas-set mafia drama spoke to an audience as part of this year’s Tribeca film festival, looking back at their 1995 hit and its timeless themes

For this year’s Tribeca film festival, the annual New York salute to moviemaking featured a special screening of Casino, the Martin Scorsese-directed drama starring Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci and Sharon Stone, timed to its 30th anniversary. But even though the splashy epic premiered in this same city back in November 1995, its themes of power, money, greed and ego are echoing in the modern ethos louder than ever.

“You can go back to the ancient Greek tragedies,” said Scorsese, speaking alongside De Niro and moderated by the standup comedian W Kamau Bell on stage at the Beacon Theater before the screening. “It’s a basic story of hubris and pride, with the pride taking us all down.”

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Exclusive: Author Jack Kerouac set an ambitious task for himself when he pondered writing On the Road, his 1957 masterpiece that still reverberates in the American imagination.

“My purpose is to conquer knowledge of the U.S.A.,” he wrote, “to know it as I know the palm of my hand.”

Those words, immodest, carried away with possibility and essentially romantic, are articulated in the new documentary Kerouac’s Road: The Beat of a Nation, which makes its premiere this evening at Tribeca Festival in New York. Actor Michael Imperioli voices Kerouac’s writings in the film directed by Ebs Burnough and produced by Burnough, Eliza Hindmarch, and John Battsek. Watch an excerpt from Kerouac’s Road in the exclusive clip above.

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The documentary interweaves “stories of modern-day travelers with insights from those influenced by or connected to the legendary author,” Tribeca’s Jarod Neece writes in the festival program.

A fresh slate of films and events has been added to the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival lineup, including the world premiere of a new doc about Call Her Daddy host Alex Cooper, and anniversary screenings of Casino, Paris Is Burning, and Best in Show.

Call Her Alex is a new two-part docuseries directed by Ry Russo-Young that promises to explore Cooper’s impressive rise from “podcasting rookie to media mogul.” Cooper and Russo-Young will also participate in a live conversation following the film’s premiere, which is scheduled to arrive on Hulu later this year.

Celebrity Jeopardy! just crowned its third winner, and that newly-minted champion is already vying for Ken Jennings‘ job. W. Kamau Bell appeared on the Inside Jeopardy! Podcast and joked that Jennings works too hard. Bell faced off against Robin Thede and Dave Friedberg in the finale on Wednesday, April 23. He won only by correctly answering the Final Jeopardy question after being $2,000 behind the first-place contender with $13,600. He wagered all but $1 in Final Jeopardy, and since he was the only one to get the question right, he won the game. In addition to becoming the champ, he also took home $1 million to his charity of choice, DonorsChoose, a nonprofit organization that allows individuals to donate directly to public school classroom projects. About halfway through the interview, after talking about Bell’s game, executive producer and podcast host Michael Davies said, “After the show, you spoke to Ken and said, ‘Hey look,...

The competition was fierce between the three finalists on Celebrity Jeopardy!‘s final on Wednesday (April 23), but only one star could walk away with the $1,000,000 prize for their chosen charity. After advancing through the previous rounds, A Black Lady Sketch Show comedian Robin Thede, entrepreneur and All-In podcast co-host Dave Friedberg, and stand-up comic and United Shades of America host W. Kamau Bell returned to the Alex Trebek Stage. Bell and Thede entered Wednesday’s final on equal footing, putting up similar stats across the competition. Heading into the last episode, Bell had answered 71 correct clues and 11 incorrect, while Thede had answered 70 correct and 8 incorrect. They’d both also correctly answered four out of five Daily Doubles. Ahead of the finale, host Ken Jennings told ABC’s On The Red Carpet, “I think it’s going to be an unpredictable final,” and he was right, as despite entering with the...

ABC is officially scheduled to air the next, new, finale episode 13 of Celebrity Jeopardy's current season 3 tonight, April 23, 2025, and it will feature celebrities David Friedberg, Robine Thede and more. According to ABC's official episode 13 press release information, stand up comedian and talk show host W. Kamau Bell will show up to play for his favorite charity. Comedian and actress Robine Thede will play. Entrepreneur and businessman David Friedberg will play. W. Kamau Bell is playing for the "DonorsChoose" charity. Robin Thede is playing for the "Women in Film" charity, and David Friedberg is playing for "The Humane Society" charity. ABC's official description for this new episode 13 of Celebrity Jeopardy season 13 reads like this, "Celebrity contestants compete for the $1 million grand prize for charity with W. Kamau Bell (DonorsChoose), Robin Thede (Women in Film) and David Friedberg (The Humane Society).

Celebrity Jeopardy! is returning for the next round on Wednesday (April 2), and this time, the celebrities will face off in the semifinals, with hopes of advancing to the finals to win $1 million for their charity of choice, as Ken Jennings hosts. Before the games commence again, the advancing contestants are lifting the lid a little bit on their strategies for success on Hulu’s Jeopardy! spinoff. In TV Insider’s exclusive featurette for the semifinals, the celeb players spill on what works best for them — at least, so far. W. Kamau Bell, who competes in Wednesday’s episode and plays for DonorsChoose, says, “I attributed my success in the first round to figuring out the button.” Meanwhile, Robin Thede, playing for Women in Film, offers a similar sentiment: “I just kinda came in there, conquered [in the prior games]. I’m quick on the buzzer,” she explains. Roy Wood Jr., who’s competing for I See Me Inc.

On Wednesday April 2 2025, ABC broadcasts Celebrity Jeopardy!!

Semifinal #1: W. Kamau Bell, Margaret Cho and Jackie Tohn Season 3 Episode 10 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Celebrity Jeopardy!” titled “Semifinal #1: W. Kamau Bell, Margaret Cho and Jackie Tohn” promises to be an exciting event for fans of the show. Airing on ABC, this episode features three talented celebrity contestants who are ready to showcase their knowledge and compete for a good cause.

W. Kamau Bell, known for his sharp wit and insightful commentary, will bring his unique perspective to the game. As a comedian and social commentator, he often tackles complex issues with humor, making him a compelling contestant. His ability to think on his feet could serve him well in the fast-paced environment of “Jeopardy!”

Margaret Cho, a beloved comedian and actress, is also set to participate. With her extensive background in comedy and performance, she has a knack for entertaining audiences.

Celebrity Jeopardy! fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 3 Episode 10 episode titled Semifinal #1: W. Kamau Bell, Margaret Cho and Jackie Tohn!

Find out everything you need to know about the Semifinal #1: W. Kamau Bell, Margaret Cho and Jackie Tohn episode of Celebrity Jeopardy!, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

Celebrity Jeopardy! Semifinal #1: W. Kamau Bell, Margaret Cho and Jackie Tohn Season 3 Episode 10 Preview

The excitement is building for the upcoming episode of “Celebrity Jeopardy!” titled “Semifinal #1: W. Kamau Bell, Margaret Cho and Jackie Tohn.” Airing on ABC at 9:02 Pm on April 2, 2025, this episode promises to be a thrilling showdown among three talented and beloved celebrities.

W. Kamau Bell, known for his sharp wit and insightful commentary, will bring his unique perspective to the game. As a comedian and host of “United Shades of America,...

The excitement builds for the upcoming episode of “Celebrity Jeopardy!” as Season 3 reaches its thrilling Semifinal round. Episode 10, airing on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at 9:02 Pm on ABC, promises to deliver an entertaining showdown featuring three talented contestants: W. Kamau Bell, Margaret Cho, and Jackie Tohn.

W. Kamau Bell, known for his sharp wit and insightful commentary, will bring his unique perspective to the game. His experience in comedy and social commentary may give him an edge in answering those tricky questions. Margaret Cho, a beloved comedian and actress, is sure to add her own flair to the competition. Her quick thinking and humor could make for some memorable moments on the show. Jackie Tohn, a multi-talented performer, rounds out the trio with her vibrant personality and quick wit, making this semifinal round even more exciting.

As the stakes get higher, viewers can expect plenty of laughter, surprises, and intense competition.

On a night when half a dozen people made jokes about this being the last-ever Mark Twain Prize, Conan O’Brien made sure the ceremony at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts ended on a high note.

O’Brien accepted the award for lifetime achievement in comedy Sunday night while acknowledging the backstage turmoil that hangs over the future of the cultural center in Washington, D.C.

O’Brien, 61, was named the 26th recipient of the Mark Twain Prize in mid-January, about three weeks before President Donald Trump upended the Kennedy Center by ousting longtime president Deborah Rutter and board chairman David Rubenstein. Trump dismissed the board of trustees and replaced them with loyalists, who then elected him chairman.

On Sunday, O’Brien specifically thanked Rubenstein and Rutter — drawing an extended round of applause — and also Kennedy Center staffers who, he said, were “worried about what the future might bring.

Bill Maher says that Donald Trump is right to try to abolish the Department of Education, but Marc Maron is ready to step up and give the smarmy centrist some schooling.

Despite describing himself as a “practical” liberal, the Real Time host has been comparatively warmer toward the second and significantly more reactionary Trump administration than he was toward the first Trump term. Shortly before Trump’s most recent inauguration, Maher claimed to have a “wait and see” approach to the president’s agenda, but the wait is over. According to Maher’s recent comments, Trump is a mixed bag, and the immediate crashing of the economy, the aggression toward our country’s closest allies, the annihilation of the federal workforce and the deliberate weakening of national security are all balanced out by Trump’s move to shutter numerous federal agencies whose responsibilities Maher doesn’t understand.

But the most...

Entertainment tech company Gathr has announced a full Api (Application Performance Interface) integration with Artinii.Pro, a software service aimed at secure delivery and exhibition of films worldwide. Gathr and Artinii.Pro’s new collaboration combines film booking, event management, ticketing, and exhibition into a “fully automated system for non-theatrical screenings.”

“This partnership exemplifies Gathr’s mission to remove the barrier between storyteller and audience by empowering filmmakers, connecting audiences, and transforming how independent films are experienced globally,” said Gathr founder and CEO Scott Glosserman. “Our unique approach ensures that even in countries where certain web browsers and third-party video players are restricted, audiences can still host screenings and engage with impactful content.”

Films slated for global screenings and discussions under the new collaboration include Monument Releasing’s “Dinner in America,” Vanessa Hope’s “Invisible Nation,” and Stephen Maing’s “Union.”

Friday, March 7 Marc Maron Documentary ‘Are We Good?’ to...

A growing number of artists are reconsidering their scheduled performances at the Kennedy Center following a dramatic leadership shift that has left the institution in turmoil.

The controversy began when President Donald Trump was elected chairman of the Kennedy Center’s board of trustees, leading to the immediate dismissal of longtime President Deborah F. Rutter. Trump’s decision to appoint former acting director of national intelligence Richard Grenell as interim president has further fueled concerns.

Trump, who announced his takeover via Truth Social, vowed to make the center “Great Again,” stating, “The Kennedy Center is an American Jewel, and must reflect the brightest Stars on its stage from all across our Nation.” Many perceived this as a dismissal of the artists previously booked to perform.

According to Kennedy Center staff members who spoke on the condition of anonymity, ticket sales dropped by approximately 50% in the week following the announcement.

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Chelsea Handler is heading back to Netflix this spring. The comedian’s upcoming standup special, “Chelsea Handler: The Feeling,” will premiere on the streamer on March 25. And this time around, she’s rallying against pickleball.

“I blame Covid for pickleball,” Handler says in the first clip for the upcoming special. “When people bang on and on about pickleball, that is not real exercise, Ok? So shut the f–k up about it. You would burn more calories shoving an actual pickle up your asshole on a pickleball court then playing a game of pickleball.”

Throughout the special, Handler also jokes about her own birth, her business ventures as a teenager and what a press release describes as “a frenzy of ill-timed events all motivated by ‘the feeling.'” The special was written and performed by Handler with Shannon Hartman, who previously executive produced Handler’s “Revolution” special and worked on “Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj,...

On Tuesday February 4 2025, CBS broadcasts The Late Show With Stephen Colbert!

Miles Teller; W. Kamau Bell Season 10 Episode 73 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” promises an exciting lineup with actor Miles Teller and comedian W. Kamau Bell. This episode is set to air on CBS, and fans are looking forward to a blend of humor and engaging conversation.

Miles Teller, known for his roles in films like “Whiplash” and “Top Gun: Maverick,” will be on the show to discuss his latest projects and share stories from his career. His charm and talent have made him a favorite among audiences, and his appearance is sure to bring some interesting insights into his life as an actor.

W. Kamau Bell, a well-known comic and social commentator, will also join Stephen Colbert. Bell is recognized for his thought-provoking humor and unique perspective on various social issues. His...

As devastating fires haunt Los Angeles, Earth Lounge, a new day-long climate event taking place during the Sundance Film Festival, added programming and included an optional donation tab on for wildfire relief on its registration form

Over 800 have signed up for the first full day collaboration of the Hollywood Climate Summit, the Redford Center, Sustainable Entertainment Alliance, Good Energy, Common Ground, Pop Culture Collaborative, NBCUniversal and Doris Duke Foundation set for Jan 24. at the Impact Lounge in Park City.

Organizers call Earth Lounge “a space to learn about climate as well as activate the unique power and opportunity of the creative community to advance climate consciousness and resilience. Whether you’re a long-time climate advocate, new to climate, or processing recent climate grief in real-time, this is a space for you.

“As devastating fires sweep through Los Angeles, our hearts are with everyone experiencing profound loss. We ask our Sundance...

Celebrity Jeopardy! has kicked off, with its first episode under its belt. Undeniably, fans were happy to see the series continue with Ken Jennings hosting Season 3. But now fans are even more excited as the show unveils a shocking new contestant lineup.

Celebrity Jeopardy! Is Off To A Good Start

Undoubtedly, Celebrity Jeopardy! comes with a huge element of unpredictability. Although Jeopardy! is known for its intense battle of the mind, its spinoffs had a different feel to them. On January 8, the show kicked off its first episode of the season.

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Fans were treated to seeing Max Greenfield (New Girl), Camilla Luddington (Grey’s Anatomy), and comedian W. Kamau Bell take on the tricky battle of wits. Furthermore, they get the chance to give back money to the charity of their choice. In the first episode, W. Kamau Bell took the victory.

Max Greenfield, Camilla Luddington, and W.

The new season of Celebrity Jeopardy! kicked off its first episode on January 8 and is currently streaming on Hulu, with another episode on the way.

The newest batch of contestants has been revealed, and fans of the show are reacting to the lineup on social media.

Some have already picked a clear winner, betting that a popular astrophysicist will reign victorious.

The other contestants vying for the win include a multi-talented actress/comedian and game show host and a writer/actress with a hit TV series on her hands.

They join a long list of other celebrity players, one being actor and comedian Ike Barinholtz, who made history by appearing in the Tournament of Champions.

Now, we’re itching to see which of the trio will surprise us during the anticipated event set for Wednesday night.

The celebs are taking on the fun challenge with hopes of winning the cash prize for their favorite charity.

Celebrity Jeopardy! is back and pitting stars against one another as they compete for a chance to win big for a charity of their choosing. But with the latest season’s contestants comes a nostalgic moment for host Ken Jennings. In the episode’s opening anecdotes, the host approached player W. Kamau Bell to hear his brief story about having been part of Jeopardy! before despite never playing it. “In a way, you’ve been on Jeopardy! before, I’m told,” Jennings began his conversation with the comedian, author, and podcaster from Chicago who is best known for CNN‘s United Shades of America. “Yes, I was not a contestant, but I was a clue, which confirmed that I was a successful person, so I could prove to my dad that I’d made it in show business,” Bell revealed. But that memory isn’t all as Jennings added another layer to the meta moment.

On Wednesday January 8 2025, ABC broadcasts Celebrity Jeopardy!!

Quarterfinal #1: Max Greenfield, Camilla Luddington, and W. Kamau Bell Season 3 Episode 1 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Celebrity Jeopardy!” promises to be an exciting one, featuring three well-known contestants: Max Greenfield, Camilla Luddington, and W. Kamau Bell. Fans of the show can look forward to a lively competition as these celebrities put their knowledge to the test in the quarterfinal round.

Max Greenfield is best known for his role in the hit series “New Girl.” His quick wit and charm make him a favorite among audiences. Viewers may enjoy seeing how his comedic background influences his approach to the game.

Camilla Luddington, recognized for her role on “Grey’s Anatomy,” brings her own unique flair to the competition. With her experience in a high-stakes drama, she may have the poise needed to handle the pressure of the game. Her fans will likely be...

Since Joe Rogan left reality TV and sitcoms behind, he has become so rich that fans want to know how much he pays his staff. The way Joe did that was by launching his podcast, "The Joe Rogan Experience," interviewing stars like Post Malone, and gaining millions of listeners.

Many of Joe's fans still loved him after he called out The Big Bang Theory and criticized Taylor Swift in ways that outraged her fans. However, even though Howard Stern defended Joe and Jon Stewart had his back, he has also lost and angered some of his followers. For proof of that, all anyone has to do is look at the fact that some of Joe's fans questioned whether he was "insincere" on his podcast.

Some Joe Rogan Fans Think He Is Being "Insincere" Because He "Panders" To His Guests

Throughout the history of "The Joe Rogan Experience," people have listened...

Celebrity Jeopardy! fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 3 Episode 1 episode titled Quarterfinal #1: Max Greenfield, Camilla Luddington, and W. Kamau Bell!

Find out everything you need to know about the Quarterfinal #1: Max Greenfield, Camilla Luddington, and W. Kamau Bell episode of Celebrity Jeopardy!, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

Celebrity Jeopardy! Quarterfinal #1: Max Greenfield, Camilla Luddington, and W. Kamau Bell Season 3 Episode 1 Preview

On January 8, 2025, “Celebrity Jeopardy!” returns with an exciting quarterfinal episode featuring three talented contestants: Max Greenfield, Camilla Luddington, and W. Kamau Bell. This episode promises to be a thrilling showdown as these well-known personalities put their knowledge to the test for a chance to advance in the competition.

Max Greenfield, best known for his role as Schmidt on the hit sitcom “New Girl,” brings his quick wit and charm to the game.

The excitement builds as “Celebrity Jeopardy!” returns for its highly anticipated Season 3, kicking off with the thrilling Episode 1 titled “Quarterfinal #1: Max Greenfield, Camilla Luddington, and W. Kamau Bell.” This episode promises to deliver plenty of laughs and intense competition as three well-known celebrities take the stage to test their trivia skills. Fans can tune in on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at 9:02 Pm on ABC.

Max Greenfield, known for his comedic charm and roles in popular TV shows, will bring his quick wit to the game. Camilla Luddington, celebrated for her dramatic performances, adds a unique flair to the mix. W. Kamau Bell, a talented comedian and social commentator, rounds out the trio, ensuring a diverse range of knowledge and entertainment. Each contestant will aim to showcase their smarts while battling for a chance to advance in the tournament.

As the celebrities face off in this quarterfinal round, viewers can expect...

“Celebrity Jeopardy!” where celebrities try to remember state capitals and occasionally mispronoue “Potpourri.” But sometimes, that’s exactly the kind of low-stakes entertainment a weary soul needs. And hey, it’s for charity! Season 3 kicks off with a fresh batch of famous faces vying for that coveted oversized novelty check. This week, it’s Max Greenfield, Camilla […]

Celebrity Jeopardy! “Quarterfinal #1: Max Greenfield, Camilla Luddington and W. Kamau Bell”...

Which Stars Will Appear On Celebrity Jeopardy Season 3? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Yet another season of Celebrity Jeopardy is here, and fans are excited to see which stars and public figures they will witness competing on the popular game show. For the unversed, the competitive show features 27 popular celebrities fighting out to win the title, an entry into the Tournament of Champions, and prize money donated to a charity of their choice.

The format remains similar to the original game show Jeopardy, which featured groups of clues. Celebrity Jeopardy first premiered in September 2022 and was hosted by Mayim Bialik. She was later replaced by Ken Jennings, who was also the host of Jeopardy. Season three of the ABC series is expected to air new episodes soon. Here’s the complete list of contestants for the season.

Celebrity Jeopardy: Which Stars Will Compete On Season 3 Of The Game Show?

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Celebrity Jeopardy is coming back for a third season!

The ABC competition series will be hosted by former Jeopardy champion Ken Jennings, where celebrities will take part in the popular game show and compete to win money for a charity of their choosing.

Past Celebrity Jeopardy champions include Lisa Ann Walter and Ike Barinholtz.

Ahead of it’s upcoming return, the list of celebs competing has been revealed!

Keep reading to find out more…

The new season is set to premiere at the start of the new year, on Wednesday, January 8th at 9pm Et/Pt on ABC.

According to EW, Ana Navarro, Rachel Brosnahan and Neil deGrasse Tyson will compete against each other on the season premiere!

Keep reading below to see the Full list of celebs competing on Celebrity Jeopardy season three…

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Jeopardy! has unveiled the red (or make that blue) carpet for Celebrity Jeopardy! Season 3, dropping the full list of 27 A-listers taking the Alex Trebek stage starting on Wednesday, January 8, at 9 p.m. on ABC. Plus, a snazzy trailer to go along with it. The star-studded lineup was obtained by Entertainment Weekly and announced on Wednesday (January 18). The upcoming iteration packs a serious network TV punch with some very familiar faces. The contestants are as follows: Ana Navarro (The View) Rachel Brosnahan (The Marvelous Ms. Maisel) Neil deGrasse Tyson Blake Anderson (Workaholics) Corbin Bleu (High School Musical) Yvette Nicole Brown (Community) D’Arcy Carden (The Good Place) Margaret Cho (Fire Island) Seth Green (Robot Chicken) Max Greenfield (New Girl) Sean Gunn (Gilmore Girls) Camilla Luddington (Grey’s Anatomy) Natalie Morales (Dead to Me) Melissa Peterman (Happy’s Place) Roy Wood Jr. (The Daily Show) Brian Jordan Alvarez (English Teacher) W. Kamau Bell (United Shades of America...

The annual Sundance Film Festival gala fundraiser has unveiled its 2025 honorees. Known as “Celebrating Sundance Institute,” presented by Google TV, the gala will bestow the Vanguard Awards to “Dìdi” writer/director Sean Wang, and “Sugarcane” co-directors Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie. Both features premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival.

“Dìdi” won the U.S. Dramatic Audience Award and a Special Jury Prize for Best Ensemble Cast, before being acquired by Focus Features.

“For over a decade, Sundance has been my north star, symbolizing artistic excellence and bold, distinct voices,” Wang said of the honor. “It has since also become a community of artists, an unwavering support system, and a creative home for both myself and my first feature, ‘Dìdi (弟弟)’. As the recipient of several Sundance Institute artist development programs — Ignite, Taaf, and the Screenwriters and Directors Labs — I know firsthand how deeply transformative that support can be for emerging storytellers.

The Sundance Institute announced today that Michelle Satter, Founding Senior Director of Artist Programs at Sundance Institute, will be honored at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival gala fundraiser, taking place at the Grand Hyatt Deer Valley in Utah on January 24, 2025.

The event, dubbed Celebrating Sundance Institute, will see Satter recognized for her decades-long commitment to nurturing artists and cultivating independent film through the Sundance Labs, where artists convene to develop groundbreaking projects through an in-depth creative process.

Other honorees will include Dìdi filmmaker Sean Wang, as well as the Sugarcane duo of Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie, who debuted their latest films at this past year’s festival and will respectively receive the Vanguard Awards for Fiction and NonFiction.

The Vanguard Award recognizes emerging artists whose work highlights the art of storytelling and creative independence. Past recipients have included Celine Song, Maite Alberdi, W. Kamau Bell, Nikyatu Jusu, Ryan Coogler,...

Comic and podcaster Marc Maron is calling out his peers who use their positions to drive what he terms “the new fascism” just a day after right-wing comedian Tony Hinchcliffe made racist and sexist jokes at Donald Trump’s Madison Square Garden rally.

Other comics also slammed Hinchcliffe who, among other things, called Puerto Rico “a floating island of garbage.”

Tweeted Michael Ian Black, “I think America just found its next Jim Breuer!”

Maron’s statement, posted in full on his Wtf With Marc Maron website and shared in part on social media, did not specifically name Hinchcliffe, but the message seems clear.

Writes Maron: “The anti-woke flank of the new fascism is being driven almost exclusively by comics, my peers. Whether or not they are self-serving or true believers in the new fascism is unimportant. They are of the movement. Whether they see themselves as acolytes or just comics doesn’t matter.

Actor Jon Cryer played the role of Alan Harper in one of the most popular sitcoms of the 2000s Two and a Half Men. Cryer started his stint on the hit series starring opposite Charlie Sheen, who is arguably the more popular one among the two lead actors. However, following Sheen’s infamous exit from the series, Cryer carried on the series for four more seasons.

Jon Cryer played Alan Harper in Two and a Half Men (Credit: CBS).

The actor was embroiled in a heated argument with a supposed fan of the series on social media. The latter claimed that the series was a success only because of Sheen and things went downhill after his exit. However, Cryer had a fitting reply to the fans, which proves that he is equally worthy of credit for the show’s success. Here is what Cryer had to say about the idea...

Samuel L. Jackson is sitting at the edge of a fountain in the center of a beautiful courtyard. A few feet away from us, there’s an ensemble of violinists and guitarists and drummers playing music from all over the world. Jackson is here, he tells me, for asking people, “What’s in your wallet?”

Samuel L. Jackson and I in the courtyard of the San Quentin Rehabilitation Center.

But no, he’s not taping a Capital One commercial. I should mention that his middle initial stands for Lamont, not Leroy — this isn’t the “Pulp Fiction” actor. We’re at the oldest prison in the state of California attending the San Quentin Film Festival: the world’s first event of its kind, meant to put a spotlight on creative work produced by people like Sam, who has been incarcerated for 28 years. Like his peers playing instruments across the fountain from us,...

No standing ovation at the Cannes or Sundance film festivals could match the unique emotional intensity of one delivered to a filmmaker named B. Raheem Ballard on Thursday afternoon inside a stuffy chapel at San Quentin.

That morning, Ballard, who has been incarcerated for 22 years, missed the world premiere of a film he directed, Dying Alone, and the follow-up Q&a with comedian W. Kamau Bell, because the event conflicted with his parole board hearing.

“Quick update,” said one of the festival’s two emcees, Juan Moreno Haines, interrupting the afternoon awards ceremony. “Raheem was found suitable.” Ballard, who had been sentenced to be in prison until 2039, had just learned that he would soon be released, and he walked, blinking, into a roaring crowd in the chapel. “I’m overwhelmed,” he said. Moments later, Ballard’s movie won a prize from the International Documentary Association, but he had left to call...

Exclusive: The Black List won’t be releasing its 20th anniversary tally until later this year, but the Franklin Leonard-founded platform is rolling into the Bay Area with a new collaboration and a deep bench of partners.

Focusing on the talent-rich San Francisco and Oakland region, the brand new Bay List will announce 10 inaugural projects next summer. If you are part of the 415, 510 or 628 area codes, among others, you have until April 8, 2025 to submit an eligible project. Find out more info about Leonard and Blindspotting creator/showrunner Rafael Casal‘s brainchild here.

“I’ve been a longtime admirer of the arts community in the Bay generally so it was a no-brainer to jump in when Rafa reached out about being a part of it directly,” Leonard told Deadline on Tuesday. “Little did I appreciate just how big the Bay does things. It’s a real honor to be partnered up...

Nate Bargatze has another gig to add to his wildly successful stand-up career and new status as go-to Saturday Night Live host. The comic has joined the advisory board of directors at The National Comedy Center.

Opening in Jamestown, New York, less than a decade ago, The National Comedy Center is America’s official museum and national archive dedicated to the art of comedy. In his new role, Bargatze will help guide the nonprofit’s mission to present the story of comedy and provide education on the comedic arts while working to preserve its heritage for future generations.

“I’ve immersed myself in the exhibits for hours each time I’ve explored the National Comedy Center in Jamestown,” said Bargatze in a statement. “It’s the only place that truly celebrates the essence of what we do. For an artist, it’s a tribute to this thing we work so hard at,...

What Would You Do? is returning for its 17th season. As seen in the trailer, John Quiñones is back as the series’ host. Sara Haines also returns as a correspondent as the two travel around the country for the show.

Quiñones Certainly Knows How To Make An Entrance

The series is something of a social experiment, collecting the reactions of strangers as they come across some sort of conflict in public. Not realizing the whole thing is staged, their reactions are then caught on camera. The series originally appeared on ABC’s Primetime before getting its own first season.

The trailer shows host John Quiñones making all sorts of entrances, even appearing out of limousines and helicopters, before he asks people caught on camera the show’s title question. This season, experiments have been filmed in Colorado, New Jersey, Nevada, and New York.

John Quiñones – YouTube

Some of the...

Lakota Nation vs. United States was named best documentary on night two of the 2024 News & Documentary Emmy Awards.

The film counts Mark Ruffalo and Marisa Tomei among its executive producers. It was directed by Jesse Short Bull and Laura Tomaselli and produced by Benjamin Hedin and Phil Pinto, with all four serving as writers.

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences handed out the awards, which were presented at the Palladium Times Square in New York City, on Thursday night. W. Kamau Bell hosted the ceremony.

Also during the ceremony, documentary filmmaker Alex Gibney was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award, which was presented by fellow documentarian Sheila Nevins. 

The News & Documentary Emmys are handed out at two individual ceremonies: Categories honoring TV news programming were presented Wednesday, while awards in the documentary categories were presented Thursday. On night one, CNN, ABC and National Geographic were among the top winners.

AMC+’s “Lakota Nation vs. the United States,” executive produced by Mark Ruffalo, won Best Documentary on the second and final night of the 45th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards, which took place Thursday at the Palladium Times Square in New York City and focused on the documentary categories. “ABC World News Tonight With David Muir,” CNN’s “The Whole Story With Anderson Cooper” and Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda were among the winners in the news categories, which were the focus during Wednesday’s ceremony.

During the event, which was hosted by W. Kamau Bell, “Lakota Nation vs. the United States,” which details the 1876 seizure of Black Hills and the indigenous Lakota people’s fight to reclaim the land, and Netflix’s “World War II: From the Front Lines,” narrated by John Boyega, each took home two trophies apiece. All other docs won one.

Netflix was the top winner among...

AMC+’s “Lakota Nation vs. United States” landed two of the top awards on Thursday at the documentary portion of the News & Documentary Emmys, landing the kudos for best documentary and for outstanding direction: documentary. The doc was directed by Jesse Short Bull and Laura Tomaselli and executive produced by Mark Ruffalo.

It was also a good night for Netflix, which landed six wins total — the most of any network or platform. Netflix’s wins included two for “World War II: From the Front Lines,” as well as for “Victim/Suspect,” “American Manhunt: The Boston Marathon Bombing,” “Big Vape: The Rise and Fall of Juul” and “Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food.”

“Lakota Nation vs. United States,” “World War II: From the Front Lines” and PBS’ “Frontline” were the only titles to pick up more than one Emmy on the evening. PBS’ wins were split between two for “Frontline,” one...

Roy Wood Jr. is about to launch a new comedy show that will, if all goes well, feature people who aren’t supposed to be funny cracking wise on a network that isn’t known for making people laugh.

“I like comedy in tough places,” quips Wood.

He has found one. CNN — CNN? — will on Saturday launch Wood as host of “Have I Got News For You,” the U.S. version of a U.K. comedy mainstay. In “News,” two teams of comedians, newsmakers, actors and media personalities use news clips and headlines to drum up jokes and gags, all improv-style, though a round of different segments. Amber Ruffin, the actor and late-night writer, and Michael Ian Black, an actor, improv comedian and author, will serve as team captains each week.

One element that might bring the show broader appeal, says Wood, is the desire to get newsmakers — even polarizing ones — to take part.