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Chileans weigh a new constitution
by Scott Simon
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.
Oprah's 'O Magazine' Honors Breonna Taylor In Historic Cover
For the first time in its 20 year history, O Magazine has someone other than Oprah Winfrey on its cover: Breonna Taylor, who was killed in her bed by police in March.
The Coronavirus Pandemic May End The Reign Of Blue Jeans
With most people staying at home these days, Americans are searching for comfort and ditching the denim. NPR's Leila Fadel speaks to retail journalist Abha Bhattarai about the demise of jeans.
Kim Johnson Talks Racism, Mass Incarceration In Debut Novel
NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Kim Johnson about her debut novel This Is My America. In it, a teenage girl works to get her father off of death row.
Author Morgan Jerkins Reconnects With Her Southern African-American Roots In New Book
NPR's Leila Fadel speaks to Morgan Jerkins about her new book. Wandering In Strange Lands, where she travels to the South to understand the roots of her African-American culture.
Unemployed People Tell Their Stories As CARES Act Benefits End
Millions of people are out of work and those being sustained through the CARES act the past several months face tough circumstances now that that money has run out.
Online Memorial Honors Filipino Health Care Workers Who Have Died Of COVID-19
NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Jollene Levid about her efforts to gather data and memorialize Filipino heath care workers around the world.
Saturday Sports: Hockey and Basketball Follow MLB As Athletes Compete In 'Bubbles'
by Tom Goldman
MLB players and staff test positive for COVID--19. Professional hockey, basketball, and soccer are in "bubbles." And, social justice continues to be a major concern for players and fans.
Boston ER Doctor Helps Patients Register To Vote
Alistar Martin is an emergency room doctor in Boston who's been tending to patients during the pandemic. He started the "Vote ER" program to help them register in time for the upcoming election.
Detroit Activist Brings His Community Together During The Pandemic Through Facebook
Activist Justin Onwenu started a Facebook group to connect Detroit communities at the start of the pandemic. He talks about the needs and challenges of that group.
Pittsburgh Teen 'Rises Up' In Song For WYEP's Reimagination Program
by Leila Fadel
Pittsburgh producer INEZ works with young musician Na'Chelle Simone on a song for radio WYEP's Reimagination program.