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Chileans weigh a new constitution
by Scott Simon
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.
Oil-Town Dependents React To To The Keystone XL Rejection
by Jeff Brady
The Keystone XL pipeline would have transported a large portion of Canada's oil to U.S. refineries. Residents of Alberta, many whom depend on the oil boom, are trying to figure out what's next.
'Wild Thing': Making Hearts Sing For 50 Years
The iconic rock song "Wild Thing" was written in 15 minutes, 50 years ago, and has since been licensed more than 7,300 times. Chip Taylor talks about the song he wrote that holds a special place in his heart.
Discrimination Suspect In Chinese-American Scientists' Arrests
Rep. Ted Lieu recently wrote a letter calling for a Justice Department investigation into the arrests of several Chinese-American scientists on espionage. He speaks with NPR's Scott Simon.
Examing The Motivations Behind Obama's Keystone XL Decision
NPR's Scott Detrow talks with host Scott Simon about the politics, perceptions, and reality of President Obama's move to reject the Keystone XL pipeline project.
Week 9 NFL Roundup And Dusty Baker
Four teams remain undefeated in the NFL. In baseball, the Washington Nationals have hired Dusty Baker to manage the team. Andrea Kremer of HBO's Real Sports talks sports with NPR's Scott Simon.