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.
New Libyan Peace Deal Could Ease Government Instability
Rival governments in Libya have signed a U.N. peace agreement. After years of unrest, there is now hope for a unified government. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Claudia Gazzini of the International Crisis Group.
Why Are The New York Times' Tours Of Iran Controversial?
The New York Times is conducting cultural tours of Iran at the same time a Washington Post reporter has been imprisoned there for more than 500 days. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with NPR's David Folkenflik about the controversial program.
New U.S.-Russia Resolution Outlines ISIS Strategy
The U.N. Security Council approved a U.S.-Russia resolution outlining a strategy to defeat ISIS and end the conflict in Syria. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with former national security advisor Zbigniew Brzezinski.
Native American Storyteller Receives Artistic Honor
Dakotah storyteller Mary Louise Defender Wilson has won a $50,000 United States Artist Fellowship. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with the 85-year-old North Dakota traditionalist about her work.
Here's One TV Show You Might've Missed: 'You're The Worst'
NPR's Scott Simon talks to TV critic Melanie McFarland about television shows that have flown under the radar. She recommends "You're the Worst" - a romantic comedy with a dark twist.
New French Book Is One 27 Years In The Making
NPR's Scott Simon notes that one of the best selling books in France this holiday season is by a man who begged on the streets of Paris for 27 years: Jean-Marie Roughol.
'45 Years' Of Marriage Change With One Letter
In the movie "45 Years," a man gets a piece of news that threatens the quiet life he and his wife have built together. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with one of the film's stars, Charlotte Rampling.
More Wealth In Fewer Cities: Why Inequality Divides America
Demographer Phillip Longman says that regional inequality divides America. He tells NPR's Scott Simon which cities are doing well, which ones are falling behind, and how the U.S. got to this point.
