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.
Coping With The Cold In Upstate New York
The winter storm gripping the eastern U.S. has forced millions of people to scramble for heat and shelter. People who work outside for a living often have no choice but to endure these conditions.
Washington State Sues Motel 6 Over Sharing Guest Immigration Data
Washington state is suing Motel 6 for sharing guest information with immigration agents. NPR's Scott Simon talks with the state's attorney general, Bob Ferguson, about the case and marijuana policy.
A President's Temperament
NPR's Scott Simon talks with presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin about the temperament of past presidents.
'Fire And Fury' Sourcing Under Scrutiny
The release of Michael Wolff's new book, Fire and Fury, has caused quite a stir. But critics and journalists are skeptical about Wolff's sourcing due to his previous work.
Browns Parade A 'Perfect Season'
Cleveland Browns fans are "celebrating" their team's winless 0-16 season today with a "Perfect Season Parade."
Saturday Sports: NFL Playoffs
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Howard Bryant of ESPN about the NFL playoffs — which games to watch and which teams to watch out for.
Figure Skaters Compete For Olympic Spots
The best figure skaters in the United States are competing this week in California. A trip to next month's Winter Olympics is on the line.
Christopher Marley's Dead Things
Christopher Marley sees beauty in dead things: snakes, octopuses, bugs. Other people do too — his work sells in high-end shops and has been shown in art and natural history museums.
The Female Monks Of Thailand
There are approximately 200,000 monks in Thailand. None of them are women. Not legally anyway. But there's a growing number of women who are bucking the system.
Russia And Venezuela Plan Cryptocurrencies
Venezuela and Russia announced plans to launch their own cryptocurrencies. NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Monica de Bolle of the Peterson Institute for International Economics about why.
The U.N.'s Food Aid Shortages
NPR's Scott Simon talks to Peter Smerdon of the United Nations World Food Programme about the organization's funding shortages that are making it harder to feed refugees.