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Oprah Launches A Network On Her OWN

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Oprah Launches A Network On Her OWN

On Jan. 1, Oprah Winfrey launches the Oprah Winfrey Network, or OWN, the first television channel entirely dedicated to a personal brand. Will her loyal audience follow?

Oprah Launches A Network On Her OWN

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Technology

Top 10 YouTube Videos For 2010

More than 13 million hours of content was uploaded to video sharing website YouTube this year. But the heavy buzz that surrounded a few of this year's videos made them much more popular than the rest.

Top 10 YouTube Videos For 2010

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'Cord Cutting' Could Help Bring Down Cable Bill

When a research firm reported that 119,000 customers dropped their cable or satellite subscriptions in the third quarter of this year, there were headlines about how cable companies were in trouble. The Internet has made it possible for consumers to get rid of their cable bills. David Katzmaier, a senior editor at Cnet.com, got rid of his cable and wrote a blog called Diary of a Cord Cutter. He talks to Linda Wertheimer about whether his decision to let cable go was a good one.

'Cord Cutting' Could Help Bring Down Cable Bill

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Jon Stewart's Latest Act: Sept. 11 Responders Bill

During his Rally To Restore Sanity in October, comedian Jon Stewart told the crowd on the National Mall, "The press can hold its magnifying glass up to our problems." Or, he added, "they can use that magnifying glass to light ants on fire." Paul Morigi/WireImage hide caption

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Jon Stewart's Latest Act: Sept. 11 Responders Bill

The bill giving health benefits to the first responders who worked at ground zero had lingered for years. It looked nearly dead -- until comedian Jon Stewart nudged it over the finish line.

Jon Stewart's Latest Act: Sept. 11 Responders Bill

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On A TV Near You: The Yule Log, Now In 3-D!

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On A TV Near You: The Yule Log, Now In 3-D!

The Yule Log has burned brightly on TV sets for years. This year, the digital Christmas tradition will be available in 3-D.

On A TV Near You: The Yule Log, Now In 3-D!

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Lisa Ling Helps Women Share Compassion Through Secrets

Intrepid reporter Lisa Ling made a name telling harrowing stories around the globe from bride burning in India to child trafficking in Ghana. But when personal tragedy struck, she was not sure how to share her own story. So, Ling helped create a new online community called the Secret Society of Women, to help with the healing. Host Martin Martin speaks to her about the web site and its mission.

Lisa Ling Helps Women Share Compassion Through Secrets

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Bianculli Picks The Best (And Worst) TV Of 2010

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Bianculli Picks The Best (And Worst) TV Of 2010

Fresh Air's TV critic rounds up the hottest and the nottest of the year that was. Worth watching? A BBC America import about a choir director teaching people to sing. Jersey Shore? Makes Bianculli want to shower.

Bianculli Picks The Best (And Worst) TV Of 2010

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Pop Culture

Reality TV Chef Offers Tips On Multicultural Cooking

Many American families who will be gathering to share holiday meals this week, are multicultural. So, in order to keep everyone happy, what should the table look like? Chef Kevin Sbraga is the latest winner of the hit show, TOP CHEF, DC, on the Bravo network, and is, himself, a member of a multicultural family. He gives host Michel Martin some suggestions for multi-ethnic dishes that are sure to please a variety of palettes.

Reality TV Chef Offers Tips On Multicultural Cooking

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Opinion

Can I Just Tell You?

I've Fallen In Love With TV Again

In her weekly commentary, host Michel Martin talks about television shows and one reality contest, with a difference, that has her riveted. She says NBC's The Sing-Off -- for its raw talent and diversity -- is all the rave.

I've Fallen In Love With TV Again

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Think 'Deal Or No Deal' Is Too Brainy? Try Fox's 'Million Dollar Money Drop'

Contestants on Fox's 'Million Dollar Money Drop' consider their options. The show premieres December 20 at 8:00 p.m. Michael Yarish/Fox hide caption

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Pop Culture Happy Hour

Think 'Deal Or No Deal' Is Too Brainy? Try Fox's 'Million Dollar Money Drop'

Fox's new game show, Million Dollar Money Drop, is unfortunately reminiscent of a recent parody CBS produced, focusing on the foolishness of overproduced shows that create fake tension over silly decisions.

Agnes Nixon: A Soap 'Goddess' On Getting Serious In The Afternoon

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Agnes Nixon: A Soap 'Goddess' On Getting Serious In The Afternoon

Agnes Nixon, creator of All My Children and One Life To Live, talks to Morning Edition about the challenges of bringing social concerns to soap audiences and how she's confronted them for nearly half a century.

Agnes Nixon: A Soap 'Goddess' On Getting Serious In The Afternoon

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Pop Culture Happy Hour: The State Of Comedy And Fascinating Failures
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Pop Culture Happy Hour: The State Of Comedy And Fascinating Failures

On this week's Pop Culture Happy Hour, we welcome a special guest for a chat about interesting projects that failed and what's going on in the world of television comedy. And -- as always -- we touch on the things that make us happy.

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Business

What Is Larry King's Legacy?

After 25 years on the air, talk show veteran Larry King is hanging up his suspenders tonight. The show, Larry King Live on CNN, has brought the network multiple awards and even a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records for the longest running show with the same host, in the same time slot. Host Michel Martin speaks with the Pulitzer Prize-winning, former television critic for the Los Angeles Times, Howard Rosenberg, about King's television legacy.

What Is Larry King's Legacy?

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'The King's Speech' And 'Glee' Lead The Predictable Golden Globe Nominations

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'The King's Speech' And 'Glee' Lead The Predictable Golden Globe Nominations

The Golden Globe nominations closely track the movies that are expected to do well come Oscar time and the shows that always do well come Emmy time. But that doesn't mean they didn't find time for a few doses of the unexpected.