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.
Susie Yang's Debut Album Is An Exploration Of Race And Class
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Susie Yang about her debut novel, White Ivy. It's a coming-of-age story about identity, race, wealth, and obsession.
Parents Of 545 Children Separated At U.S.-Mexico Border Have Not Been Located
NPR's Scott Simon talks to reporter Cindy Carcamo about the 545 migrant children in the US who were separated from their families and whose parents cannot now be located.
Trump's Support From Latino Voters Holds Steady
About a third of Latino voters view Trump favorably and it breaks down a long gender lines. More Latino men support the president, citing his economic policies and his tough guy approach.
Week In Politics: Breaking Down Trump And Biden's Last Presidential Debate
With the election fast approaching we discuss the implications of this week's debate between President Trump and Joe Biden.
What Are North Carolina Voters Prioritizing For The 2020 Election?
NPR's Scott Simon checks in with WFAE reporter Steve Harrison on what voters in North Carolina are talking about as the elections draw near.
U.S. Finds 1st 'Murder Hornet' Nest In Washington State
Entomologists in Washington State have located the first ever nest of the Asian giant hornet in the U.S. They tracked the "murder hornet" to its nest by attaching it with a miniature radio tracker.
Saturday Sports: Big 10 Football Takes The Field During The Pandemic
The World Series is underway and so is major league soccer. And The Big 10 becomes the latest major college football league to resume play during the pandemic.
Recent Charlie Hebdo Attacks Bring Freedom Of Speech To Forefront In France
Recent attacks in Paris linked to cartoons published by the satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo have intensified the debate among comedians in France about freedom of expression.
Washington Irving's Headless Horseman Of Sleepy Hollow Turns 200
NPR's Scott Simon talks to historian Elizabeth Bradley about the 200th anniversary of the publication of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.