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A+E CEO Nancy Dubuc gives advice on what it takes to be a the boss!

“When do my favorite shows return?” This list has all the answers.

Filmmaker Jill Soloway warns of the “All-out attack on female filmmakers.”

Nicole Kidman answers 73 questions while showing us her AU farm. (VIDEO)

Marti Noxon & Sarah Shapiro created Lifetime’s new hit UnReal. They both deserve a rose. 

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