How ‘Wicked’ author Gregory Maguire’s own story helped him channel Elphaba’s
We visited Maguire at his home outside Boston to go back to where it all began — both for his own life and for his trip into the world of Oz.
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'Never Have I Ever' Show Is 'Perfect' For Uncertain Times, Says Bob Thompson
The charming new Netflix show is a comforting during the pandemic, Thompson says. -
What To Watch While Social Distancing
For HBO subscribers Bob Thompson recommends the documentary “After Truth: Disinformation and the Cost of Fake News,” an intimate look at the impact of disinformation on real people. -
Bob Thompson On The Golden Globes
Among the highlights of the evening included Sam Mendes winning for the epic war film “1917,” despite the film releasing widely on Friday, and Joaquin Phoenix netting a Golden Globe for best actor for his depiction of the Batman villain The Joker. -
Bob Thompson On Eddie Murphy's Return To 'SNL'
The episode garnered just under 10 million viewers, but Thompson thinks it was just a competent showing. -
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The Best, Worst, And What To Watch On TV: The Week Of August 19th
TV expert Bob Thompson gave us his list of the what to watch and what to avoid on TV this week. -
The Best, Worst, And What To Watch On TV: The Week Of August 12th
TV expert Bob Thompson gave BPR his list of what to watch and what to avoid on TV this week. -
The Best, Worst, And What To Watch On TV: The Week Of August 5
TV expert Bob Thompson joined Boston Public Radio to discuss the best, the worst, and the shows to watch this week. -
The Best, Worst, And What To Watch On TV: The Week Of July 15
TV expert Bob Thompson joined Boston Public Radio to give his picks for what to watch and what to avoid on TV this week. -
The Best, Worst, And What To Watch On TV: The Week Of June 17th
TV expert Bob Thompson discussed HBO's new new comedy Los Espookys and what's in store for the new season of Luthor.
