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.
Motherhood In The Guise Of Terror In 'Fierce Kingdom'
Fierce Kingdom is about every parent's worst nightmare. A mother and her son, in the zoo at closing time, see a shooter and run. And hide. Gin Phillips talks to Scott Simon about her latest novel.
Kids Learn What It Takes To Be An Astronaut
As summer winds to a close, we've been highlighting interesting camps for kids. For decades, a favorite has been Space Camp in Huntsville, Ala.
Carbondale's 2-Time Eclipse Plans
The total solar eclipse that'll pass over the United States next week is billed as a "once in a lifetime" opportunity. But for southern Illinois, that's not exactly the case.
Federal Government Denies A Native American Tribe Millions
The federal government has shut down a Native American tribe's casino in the Pacific Northwest and taken over its health care system.
UVA Student On The Community's Response
Scott Simon talks to University of Virginia student Bryanna Miller about the community's response to the white nationalist rally and violence.
Boston Prepares For 'Free Speech' Rally
A week after violence at a white nationalist march in Charlottesville, Boston is taking measures to avoid clashes between participants in today's "Free Speech" rally and counterprotesters.
Early Civil Rights Activist Octavius Catto Gets A Statue
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with journalist and author Dan Biddle about early civil rights activist Octavius Catto, who is finally getting a statue erected in his honor in Philadelphia.
The Differences Between The Founding Fathers And Confederate Leaders
President Trump has asked if the U.S. should take down statues of slave-owning Founding Fathers. Scott Simon speaks with historian Annette Gordon-Reed about their differences from Confederate leaders.
Week In Politics: Charlottesville, Bannon
President Trump's chief strategist is out, and Republicans criticized the president's handling of the violence in Charlottesville — all as legislation remains stalled.
Rep. Charlie Dent On Steve Bannon's Ouster
White House Chief Strategist Steve Bannon has left the White House. Republican congressman Charlie Dent of Pennsylvania gives Scott Simon his thoughts on this most recent departure.