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Initially Famous 2: Electric Boogaloo
This week's on-air challenge is a twist on "Characteristic Initials." We will gives clues for some famous people, past and present. The initial letters of the clues are also the initials of the answers.

The Movie Dustin Lance Black's 'Seen A Million Times'
The director of Milk and the new film Virginia says he can't get enough of Rob Reiner's rom-com When Harry Met Sally. It speaks to "such basic truths about matchmaking and love," Black says, "that I think it's withstood the test of time."

China's New Plan: A Great Leap Into The Air
China's newest five-year plan aims to make the country an aerospace powerhouse — and indirectly, a more modern, prosperous, sophisticated industrial nation. The plan would help Chinese companies expand outside national borders and grab a chunk of the aerospace market — but will it succeed?

Gass And Black Of Tenacious D Play Not My Job
We've invited Kyle Gass and Jack Black to play a game called "Tenacious D, Meet Tenacious P." We tried to think of the singer who was the diametrical opposite of Tenacious D, and who better than Pat Boone? They'll answer three questions about the cleanest cut guy who ever cut a record.

Americans: A 'Bunch Of Amateurs,' And Proud Of It
In his new book, journalist Jack Hitt says America's amateur spirit goes back to the nation's origins — and it's nothing to be ashamed of. The Europeans viewed the Americans as an "unfinished people," Hitt says. "We were amateur everything." And it's only made the nation better.

Barnes Foundation Changes Location, But Little Else
After years of bitter controversy, the Barnes Foundation will open the doors of its new location in downtown Philadelphia on Saturday. Since 1922, the collection has been housed in the Philadelphia suburbs, where critics say the collection's owner would have wanted it to stay.

'Never Fall Down': Surviving The Killing Fields
Patricia McCormick's new young adult novel tells the story of Arn Chorn-Pond, a real-life survivor of the Cambodian genocide whose musical skills kept him alive.

Sacrifice Calories, Not Taste, With Skinnier Summer Cocktails
Restaurant drinks may contain as many calories as the meals, and they may not be included in the new menu-labeling law. Here are some much lighter, 150-calorie cocktail alternatives.

Coming Soon — To A Theater Nowhere Near You
Feel like you're the last to see the new Hollywood blockbuster? You may be right — because studios have started premiering big films overseas before they come to the United States.

Cannes Film Festival Has American Slant This Year
Melissa Block talks to Los Angeles Times journalist Steve Zeitchik about what's popular this year at the Cannes Film Festival.

Pop Culture Happy Hour: TV Season Postmortem, Old People, Young People
On this week's show, we talk about how the recently concluded TV season went, we touch on pop culture portrayals of older and younger people, and as always, we discuss what's making us happy this week.

Rhymes With Musical
If "Lent: The Musical" ever hits Broadway, Jonathan Coulton has its hit song ready to go. He performs parodies of classic songs from famous musicals, and our Broadway-bred Mystery Guest competes against another musical theater buff.

How Do You Make A Virtual Choir?
Composer Eric Whitacre conducts thousands of singers from around the world. He explains the possibilities and challenges of making music powered by YouTube.

Why Do Crowds Do Absurd Things In Public?
Charlie Todd causes bizarre, hilarious and unexpected public scenes with his group, Improv Everywhere — like 70 synchronized dancers in storefront windows, and the annual no-pants subway ride.

How Many People Can You Fit In A Star Wars Remake?
Everyone loves Star Wars. At least that's what Casey Pugh was banking on when he "asked the Internet" to remake the entire film in 15-second increments.