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Sheridan Dismisses Emmys, Slams Studio Execs and Critics
entertainment11 days ago

Sheridan Dismisses Emmys, Slams Studio Execs and Critics

Taylor Sheridan, creator of Yellowstone, said on The Bill Simmons Podcast that he isn’t chasing Emmy trophies and aims to move and entertain audiences instead. He blasted studio and network executives for knowing “nothing” about storytelling, criticized Marvel-style information dumps, and said he’ll rage-bait critics without changing his approach. With two shows on the Emmy ballot (The Madison and Landman), he also noted industry missteps around Demi Moore’s role and argued he signs deals to tell stories for ordinary viewers, not to win awards. He even joked about never returning to Los Angeles unless it secedes, expressing a preference for New York.

Taylor Sheridan: Not Trying To Win Emmys, Studio Execs Know Nothing About Storytelling
entertainment11 days ago

Taylor Sheridan: Not Trying To Win Emmys, Studio Execs Know Nothing About Storytelling

In a Bill Simmons Podcast interview promoting his book, Taylor Sheridan says he writes to move audiences rather than chase Emmys, arguing studio and network executives are out of touch with storytelling and too focused on mood and rewrites. He praises a show-first approach, criticizes Los Angeles writers, and notes his NBCUniversal deal while acknowledging he sometimes uses “rage-baiting” as a tactic. He also downplays critics’ concerns and emphasizes a goal of engaging viewers rather than earning awards.

Jensen Huang: AI won’t erase the value of human storytelling
technology1 month ago

Jensen Huang: AI won’t erase the value of human storytelling

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang argues that in the AI era, the importance of storytelling, creativity, and judgment won’t fade. Instead of chasing AI-proof majors, students should use AI to deepen learning and craft, with durable human skills like presence and listening remaining crucial as automation shifts work toward higher-level tasks. Huang also suggests the uniquely human—embracing imperfection and adaptability—will become more prized as AI advances.

Transcription probes memory, media, and time in Lerner’s sprawling novel
books3 months ago

Transcription probes memory, media, and time in Lerner’s sprawling novel

Ben Lerner’s Transcription is a densely braided meditation on technology, memory, and storytelling, following a narrator who interviews a dying mentor, reconstructs his words, and hauls family history across Providence, Madrid, and LA. Blending historiography, media theory, and emotional depth—especially a crisis around a teenage daughter’s health—the novel argues that meaning resides in cuts and splices, not transcripts, and that fiction can extend time rather than merely reflect it.

Planet of Lana II: A Quietly Stunning Odyssey Fueled by Mystery
games3 months ago

Planet of Lana II: A Quietly Stunning Odyssey Fueled by Mystery

Planet of Lana II builds on its predecessor with a visually lush, story-driven 2.5D puzzle-platformer. Its second half delivers a string of revelations and a climactic finale that rewards exploration, but the first half is slower and hampered by underwater puzzles and a less engaging medical quest, leaving the most compelling mysteries to the tail end and hinting at a potential sequel.

Tech’s hottest role isn’t coding—it's storytelling, with salaries up to $775K
technology5 months ago

Tech’s hottest role isn’t coding—it's storytelling, with salaries up to $775K

Amid the AI boom, tech firms are hiring more comms pros—storytellers, editors, and chief communications officers—at high pay to shape credible narratives; roles like Netflix’s director of product and technology communications can reach up to $775,000, while the median pay for senior comms leaders hovers around $400,000–$450,000, signaling a shift from pure coding to high-value storytelling in tech hiring.

Nintendo Reveals Why Imprisoning War Sages Remained a Mystery in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
gaming6 months ago

Nintendo Reveals Why Imprisoning War Sages Remained a Mystery in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Nintendo kept the Imprisoning War Sages mysterious in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom to maintain the game's central theme and prevent story complexity, but they are given more focus in Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment. The Sages' faces and personalities were intentionally hidden to avoid overcomplicating the story, which is why they appeared unassuming in the game.

Possessor(s) Review: Haunted by a Familiar Demon
games8 months ago

Possessor(s) Review: Haunted by a Familiar Demon

Possessors is a familiar yet enjoyable Metroidvania-style game with strong combat, engaging story, and vibrant art, though it suffers from some exploration and navigation issues. The game features a demon possession mechanic, stylish combat, and a compelling plot centered on Luca and Rhem, but offers little innovation in its genre. Despite its safe approach, it remains an entertaining action game with notable character development and visual flair.