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4 Philosophy Professors Weigh In on Why The Good Place Is So Forking Funny — and Important

Apr 6, 2018

4 Philosophy Professors Weigh In on Why The Good Place Is So Forking Funny — and Important

There's a scene in the second season of The Good Place where, in order to illustrate the classic moral dilemma known as The Trolley Problem, the characters are forced to live it.

The True Story Behind Dakota Fanning's Serial Killer Show, The Alienist

Feb 5, 2018

The True Story Behind Dakota Fanning's Serial Killer Show, The Alienist

Nearly a century before the real-life FBI Behavioral Science agents who inspired Mindhunter were interviewing their 1970s serial killers, late 19th century psychologists were grappling with their own questions about the root of violent crime.

Jack Could Have Fit, but How Feasible Are These 3 Other Titanic Moments?

Dec 30, 2017

Jack Could Have Fit, but How Feasible Are These 3 Other Titanic Moments?

When Titanic sailed into theaters 20 years ago, director James Cameron was lauded for his commitment to historical accuracy.

Your True Crime Obsession May Be Affecting Your Brain More Than You Realize

Dec 22, 2017

Your True Crime Obsession May Be Affecting Your Brain More Than You Realize

Ed Kemper got to me.