Andrew Limbong
Stories
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Microsoft set to acquire the gaming company Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion
Activision Blizzard is behind huge games such as Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, and Candy Crush. But the company has faced reports of a workplace culture rife with sexual harassment.
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All Things Considered
A small studio has become the first video game company to unionize in North America
The video game industry has a reputation for long hours and toxic environments. But now, a small studio is hoping to chart a different path as the first unionized video game company in North America.
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22 tips for 2022: If you're feeling flirty, try giving someone your number
Next time, if you find yourself interested in someone, try giving them your number. Focus on creating a mutually pleasant interaction, and let the other person decide if they want to hit you up.
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All Things Considered
Bob Saget pushed boundaries in his stand-up shows
Bob Saget was found dead Sunday night at age 65. Many remember him for his roles on TV. But he was most at home by himself, on stage, telling often-raunchy and boundary-pushing jokes.
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All Things Considered
Some of the artists from journalist Ian Urbina's music project say they were misled
Journalist Ian Urbina recruited musicians to make music based off his reporting on crimes in international waters. Some participating artists complained they were misled about their side of the deal.
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A New York singer accuses actor Chris Noth of sexual abuse and intimidation
"I was afraid to come forward because of Mr. Noth's power and his threats to ruin my career," Lisa Gentile said in a press conference. The actor faces multiple accusations of rape and sexual abuse.
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All Things Considered
Remembering rapper Drakeo the Ruler, fatally stabbed at a Los Angeles music festival
Rapper Drakeo the Ruler, killed backstage at a Los Angeles concert on Dec. 19, overcame significant legal troubles to achieve renown with his distinctive flow and idiosyncratic wordplay.
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We answered your questions on safety, loneliness and anxiety during the holidays
We asked for your questions on navigating the holiday blues. Clinical psychologist Andrea Bonior guides us through some rough patches involving family, money, loneliness and safety.
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All Things Considered
Arts workers across the country are unionizing
Workers in arts and culture are currently embracing a wave of labor organizing. From museums to comic books to games, unions are coming to the arts.
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Morning Edition
NPR's Book Concierge returns with a new name, a new look and new books
NPR's end of the year picks are collected in a recommendation tool we're calling: Books We Love. It's more than just a list of the year's best books.