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.
More Families Choosing Cremation For Departed Loved Ones
Cremation rates in the U.S. have nearly doubled over the past 15 years. Barbara Kemmis, executive director of the Cremation Association of North America, discusses reasons for the increase.
Trump Might Learn From Saddam Hussein's Skipping Of Intelligence Briefings
Former CIA analyst John Nixon interrogated Saddam Hussein after his capture. He tells NPR's Scott Simon that he's not an apologist for Hussein, but he did come away with grudging respect for the man.
Remembering Debbie Reynolds
In 2013 NPR's Scott Simon interviewed Debbie Reynolds. She shared a lesson she learned from Fred Astaire on the set of Singin' in the Rain — that even great artists have to work hard.
Serious Losses For ISIS Could Pave Way For Resurgence From Adaptable Al-Qaida
NPR's Scott Simon talks to Middle East analyst Robin Wright about what the world might expect from the Islamic State in 2017. She says the group's recent losses may provide an opening for al-Qaida.
In Renewed Focus On Nuclear Deterrence, Nonproliferation Expert Recalls A Close Call
Trump's tweet about strengthening U.S. nuclear capability renewed conversations about proliferation. Arms Control Wonk blogger Jeffrey Lewis tells NPR's Scott Simon about a nuclear close call in 1983.
2016 In Sports: Overdue Victories; When Games Got Political
Was this the year of the activist athlete? NPR's Scott Simon looks back on the year in sports with Howard Bryant of ESPN.com.
Amazon Echo Murder Case Renews Privacy Questions Prompted By Our Digital Footprints
Smart devices like the Amazon Echo record snippets of conversation when they're being used. NPR's Scott Simon asks Scott Stein of CNET to explain what happens to the data that is collected.