Could You Come Up With $400 If Disaster Struck?
Almost half of Americans say they couldn't — including people in the middle class. Writer Neal Gabler says it's time to stop saying that anyone can be rich with just hard work.
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Cindy McCain Talks About Her Work On Combating Sex Trafficking
Rachel Martin talks with Cindy McCain, wife of Sen. John McCain, about her efforts in trying to end sex trafficking for the last decade, an extension of her humanitarian work at the McCain Institute.
In Time Of Backlash, What It's Like To Be A Muslim In Idaho
Rachel Martin speaks with Fahim Rahim, a doctor in the largely Mormon town of Pocatello.
The Week In Sports
The NFL Draft is this week. Mike Pesca, host of Slate's The Gist explains which teams want what, and the stories behind potential trades to Rachel Martin.
Beyoncé Drops New Visual Album 'Lemonade'
Last night Beyonce dropped some new music on the world. NPR's Rachel Martin takes a moment to listen to it.
Utah Bill Raises Questions About Public Health Effects Of Porn
Rachel Martin talks with sex therapist Ian Kerner about the new bill in Utah that declares porn a public health crisis. Kerner says that porn addiction doesn't exist, and has never been diagnosed.
As Farmers Age, The Plan To Turn Veterans On To Agriculture
As American farmers are getting older, a younger cohort is entering the civilian workforce. Government programs are trying to help veterans become farmers for reasons both economic and therapeutic.
Beverly Hills Plans For Driverless Shuttle Program
Beverly Hills Mayor John Mirisch tells Rachel Martin about his city's plan to connect residents to a new metro line using driverless shuttles.
Experimental Solar-Powered Plane Completes Journey Across The Pacific
Solar Impulse 2 flew for three days from Hawaii to Calif., after a nine month delay for repairs. The team is aiming to complete a round-the-world journey using only the sun's power.
'Awoken' By N.Y. Cop Shooting, Asian-American Activists Chart Way Forward
Peter Liang, who is Chinese-American, was sentenced to probation for the shooting death of an unarmed black man. The ex-NYPD officer's case has sparked activism and debate among Asian-Americans.