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.
Former Trump Adviser Dan DiMicco On China Tariffs
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Dan DiMicco, a former senior trade adviser to Donald Trump in 2016, about the president's trade policies, including his use of tariffs.
What It Means When Students Become 'Heroes'
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with licensed professional counselor Melissa Glaser about her advice for parents and students on students fighting back during a school shooting.
A Love That Stretches Beyond Trump's Travel Ban
Before the Supreme Court affirmed Trump's travel ban, Brian and Mehraneh fell in love. Now he lives in New Jersey, and she's in Iran, and they're trying to figure out a way to be together.
Former Federal Prosecutor On Battle Between House Democrats And Attorney General Barr
NPR's Scott Simon talks to former federal prosecutor Elliot Williams about what's next in the fight between the House and Attorney General William Barr over his handling of the Mueller report.
Why Several Popular Democrats Are Pursing Presidency Over Senate Seats
Why have several Democrats decided just to run for president, and not bother to try for a Senate seat first? Anne Caprara, who used to work at the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee, explains.
Week In Politics: No-Show AG Barr; Trump Has 'Very Productive' Call With Putin
Attorney General William Barr took on a Senate committee to defend his summary of the Mueller report, even though Robert Mueller said Barr didn't get it right. Then, Barr skipped a House hearing.
Saturday Sports: Portland Trail Blazers Defeat Denver Nuggets In 4 Overtime Periods
The Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Denver Nuggets 140-137 after playing four overtime periods. That hasn't happened since Dwight D. Eisenhower was president.
The Little-Known History Behind The Kentucky Derby
Saturday marks the 145th running of the Kentucky Derby in Louisville. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Los Angeles Times reporter Kurtis Lee about some of the unknown history behind the legendary race.
After 2 Years Of Rule, King Of Thailand Finally Set To Be Crowned
More than two years after Thailand's king died, his crown prince son is having his coronation in Bangkok. The new monarch is a 66-year-old former military pilot who is already asserting his authority.
What's Next For U.S. Involvement In Venezuela?
NPR's Scott Simon talks to Fernando Cutz, a Latin American expert with the Wilson Center, about the U.S.'s role in Venezuela.
Steeped In Fantasy, 'Westside' Novel Follows A Young Detective's Quest For Clues
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with professional writer W.M. Akers about his debut novel, Westside.