Chileans weigh a new constitution
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Chilean journalist Francisca Skoknic about the upcoming vote to approve or reject a new constitution for the South American country.
Where Have QAnon Supporters Gone?
When Twitter and Facebook cracked down on those spreading baseless QAnon conspiracies, adherents went looking for other apps to communicate, including platforms where they may be further radicalized.
Politics Chat: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene Under Fire For Controversial Comments
Social media posts by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) spreading conspiracy theories have come into focus this week. We look at the options before House Republicans on how to deal with the situation
Exploring Alexei Navalny's Journey To Becoming A Symbol Against Russian Corruption
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Julia Davis, Russian media and disinformation expert, on the evolution of Alexei Navalny from controversial figure to a popular ant-corruption opposition leader in Russia.
Saturday Sports: The Fate Of The Tokyo Olympics
We talk about Japan's determination to hold the Olympics and more inroads for women in sports.
No Floats, No Problem: How New Orleans Is Celebrating A Pandemic Mardi Gras
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Mardi Gras parade organizer Devin De Wulf, whose organization, Krewe of Red Beans, is decorating locals homes as floats, and donating the money they earn to local artists.
How Four Men With The Same Name Formed The Paul O'Sullivan Band
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with two of the four Paul O'Sullivans in the Paul O'Sullivan band. They formed the group after finding each other on Facebook back in 2016.
Mass Protests In Russia Call For Alexei Navalny's Release
Protests are sweeping across Russia and hundreds have been detained. Demonstrators calling for opposition leader Alexei Navalny to be released. He was arrested last week, upon his return to Moscow.
Week In Politics: President Biden's First Days
We look at the inauguration of President Joe Biden, the many executive orders he's already signed and the choice he has between unity and supporting the second impeachment of President Donald Trump.
Longtime Illinois House Speaker Steps Down Amid Corruption Probe
The nation's longest serving state house speaker in modern history, Democrat Michael Madigan from Illinois, stepped down from the speakership. He was driven from power by a federal corruption probe.