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.
Joan Osborne Gets Political In 'Trouble And Strife'
Joan Osborne's new album is called Trouble and Strife, and it's her most political. She speaks about it with NPR's Scott Simon.
Rep. Jenniffer González-Colón Discusses Trump's Puerto Rico Aid Package
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Representative Jenniffer González-Colón of Puerto Rico about President Trump's $13 billion aid package to help rebuild the island three years after Hurricane Maria.
In 'Monogamy,' Sue Miller Explores Widowhood
NPR's Scott Simon talks with novelist Sue Miller about her latest work, Monogamy, which follows the story of a new widow.
'It Was Said' Podcast Breaks Down Iconic American Speeches
NPR's Scott Simon talks with historian Jon Meacham about his new podcast, It Was Said, which examines impactful speeches from modern American history.
EU Threatens Legal Action Against Britain Over Brexit Deal
The EU has threatened to take the British government to court over planned legislation that critics say amounts to a deliberate attempt to end talks on an EU-UK trade deal.
In His New Book, Trevor Barnes Tells Story Of Portland Spy Ring
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Trevor Barnes, author of the new book, Dead Doubles: The Extraordinary Worldwide Hunt for One of the Cold War's Most Notorious Spy Rings.
Pennsylvania Teacher Discusses Hybrid Teaching
Schools across the U.S. are teaching in a new, pandemic reality. NPR's Scott Simon talks with high school instructor Susan Heydt about her school's decision to mix in-person and remote learning.
College Football Gives Iowa State University Normalcy During Pandemic
Colleges and universities are trying to mitigate the risk of students spreading the coronavirus by moving social activities outdoors and mandating social distance in class and in dorms.
Woman Shares Story Of Double-Lung Transplant To Treat COVID-19
A small number of COVID-19 patients have survived after getting a double-lung transplant. One of those patients, Mayra Ramirez, shares the story of her surgery and ongoing recovery.
Week In Politics: Bob Woodward's Book Alleges Trump Downplayed Coronavirus Threat
We discuss damaging revelations from journalist Bob Woodward, the president's response, and congress again failing to pass a coronavirus relief bill.