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FOLLOW US: [John Kelly: Not saving America]( John Kelly thinks he’s saving America from Donald Trump — but he can’t even save himself Heather Digby Parton [Tennessee’s memorial war gets weirder]( Tennessee Republicans set to troll world with memorial to abortion “victims” Amanda Marcotte --------------------------------------------------------------- [My dinner with Mr. Burning Man]( Larry and me: My dinner in Switzerland with the late founder of Burning Man Keith A. Spencer --------------------------------------------------------------- [Reza Aslan: America may be near the end]( Fired CNN host Reza Aslan: “It’s time to treat Donald Trump as an enemy of the state” Chauncey DeVega --------------------------------------------------------------- [There is no campus free speech crisis]( There is no campus free speech crisis: The right’s new moral panic is largely imaginary Jeffrey Adam Sachs --------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------- [Antonio Banderas takes on Picasso]( Acting superstar Antonio Banderas and newcomer Alex Rich joined Salon’s D. Watkins to discuss one of the most important roles for both of their careers, the prolific artist Pablo Picasso. Banderas and Rich share the title role of one of the 20th century’s most influential and celebrated artists (Banderas the later years, and Rich, the young Picasso) on the second installment of NatGeo’s “Genius” series— “Genius: Picasso,” premiering April 24 on the National Geographic channel. “Picasso is a universe, and a country and a persona and a planet all in his self,” Banderas told SalonTV’s D. Watkins. “He didn’t marry with anybody or anything at all. He was a very, very strong artist. Very honest in his artistry and that honesty actually in his personal life, took him to very very complicated situations with friends, with women and in dealing with his own family.” The 10-part series provides a deep meditation on Picasso’s life, his flaws and what ultimately made him one of the best artist ever. Watch the interview above to hear more on how Banderas prepared for the role and his take on immigration and his vision of America. Tune in for SalonTV's live shows, "Salon Talks" and "Salon Stage,” daily at noon ET / 9 a.m. PT and 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT, streaming live on Salon, Facebook and Periscope. [Molly Ringwald]( “Sixteen Candles,” “Pretty in Pink,” and “The Breakfast Club” are some of the most iconic films of the 1980s and they all star, actor Molly Ringwald, who joined “Salon Talks” to discuss the premiere of her new film “All These Small Moments” at the Tribeca Film Festival. Ringwald plays the mother of two teenage boys who’s trying to keep the peace at home while dealing with a troubled marriage in this dramatic comedy about first love, divorce and adolescence. Ringwald shares lessons from her tremendous career in Hollywood, including looking back on her roles in John Hughes’ films through the lense of today’s #MeToo movement. Ringwald commented on her April 2018 essay for [“The New Yorker”]( , in which she revisits “The Breakfast Club” in the midst of the #MeToo movement. “The films that I made with John Hughes are still incredibly popular. They’re still watched a lot, they’re even taught in schools,” Ringwald told Salon. “I’m not renouncing the films. I’m sort of discussing what feels problematic for me as a woman and as a mother.” Watch the video above to hear more about Ringwald’s thoughts on the #MeToo movement, as well as how she got into character for her latest role in “All These Small Moments.” Tune in for SalonTV's live shows, ["Salon Talks"]( and ["Salon Stage",]( daily at noon ET / 9 a.m. PT and 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT, streaming live on [Salon,]( [Facebook]( and [Periscope.]( . --------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------- [James Cameron’s Story of Science Fiction]( This time it’s too personal: “James Cameron’s Story of Science Fiction” Melanie McFarland --------------------------------------------------------------- [Why motherhood is like puberty]( Why having kids is like going through puberty: “I really feel like I regressed” Mary Elizabeth Williams --------------------------------------------------------------- [This bag is perfect for summer travel]( This sturdy duffel is TSA-approved & over 50% off Salon Marketplace --------------------------------------------------------------- [Hans Asperger, Nazi collaborator]( The Nazi history of Hans Asperger proves we need a new word for this type of autism Matthew Rozsa --------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------- [Why hip-hop is Pulitzer-worthy]( Kendrick Lamar made history by being the first hip-hop artist ever to receive the prestigious Pulitzer award. The 30-year-old rapper was recognized for his critically acclaimed 2017 album "Damn," a collection of songs that document love, family, religion, sexuality and financial fears against the backdrop of being black in America. As we celebrate the brilliance of "Damn," Salon 5 breaks down a couple other Pulitzer-worthy rap albums. Tune in for SalonTV's live shows, ["Salon Talks"]( and ["Salon Stage"]( , daily at noon ET / 9 a.m. PT and 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT, streaming live on [Salon]( , [Facebook]( and [Periscope]( . [Salon goes to Sesame Street]( Salon writer Matthew Rozsa visits the set of "Sesame Street" to talk to Elmo and the show's first-ever Muppet with autism, Julia, who made her TV debut in 2017. Julia, whose episodes have aired around the world, is part of Sesame Workshop's whole autism initiative called See Amazing in All Children. Rozsa talks to Julia about what it is like being a muppet with autism and reveals his own childhood experiences with bullying, which he says might have been less severe if a character like Julia had existed on TV in the 1990s. Watch the video above to see Salon's special behind-the-scenes trip to Sesame and to hear more from Sherrie Westin, the executive vice president of global impact and philanthropy for "Sesame Street" — and the force behind Julia. Plus read more about Rozsa's [reflections]( on understanding how Julia can help everyone understand autism better. --------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------- [Groening addresses Apu controversy]( “The Simpsons” creator Matt Groening addresses Apu controversy Shira Tarlo --------------------------------------------------------------- [Kathy Griffin isn’t sorry]( Kathy Griffin isn’t sorry for offending Trump Rachel Leah --------------------------------------------------------------- [NRA banning guns during Pence speech]( NRA takes heat for banning guns at their annual meeting Matthew Rozsa --------------------------------------------------------------- [Another GOP snafu in Missouri]( Will Missouri’s scandal-plagued Gov. Eric Greitens rescue Claire McCaskill one more time? 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