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.
Biden Has Overturned Trump's 'Muslim Travel Ban.' Activists Say That's Not Enough
NPR's Scott Simon asks Iman Awad of Emgage Action what advocates want the Biden administration to do after repealing the travel ban that primarily affected Muslim-majority and African countries.
University of Washington Opens Clinic To Treat COVID-19 'Long-Haulers'
Some COVID-19 patients still haven't fully recovered, months after their initial diagnosis. These long-haulers struggle to find care. Now clinics are beginning to offer them treatment.
'The Truffle Hunters' Tells The Story Of Men And Dogs Searching For Culinary Gold
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with directors Michael Dweck and Gregory Kershaw about their new documentary. The Truffle Hunters is about the men and dogs who sniff out Italy's rare white Alba truffles.
Jo Owens Gives Voice To Stroke Survivor In Debut Novel 'A Funny Side Of Paradise'
The book A Funny Kind of Paradise is told from the point of view of a stroke survivor living in a long-term care facility. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with debut novelist Jo Owens.
Young Punk Rocker Finds New Pandemic Hobby Building Banjos
Bradford Harris, a 20-year-old punk musician in Kentucky, is using the pandemic downtime to learn something new: making banjos. It led Harris down an unexpected trail.
What You Need To Know About The Johnson & Johnson Coronavirus Vaccine
NPR's Scott Simon asks FDA adviser Dr. Paul Offit about Johnson & Johnson's vaccine and other developments in the pandemic.
Julien Baker Gets Vulnerable In 'Little Oblivions'
After taking a two-year step back from the spotlight, Julien Baker returns with a self-produced album titled Little Oblivions.
Advisory Panel Recommends FDA Approve Johnson & Johnson Vaccine For Emergency Use
The committee voted 22 to nothing in favor of the new vaccine.
Week In Politics: House Approves $1.9 Trillion Pandemic Relief Package
The Saudi crown prince may escape punishment for his order to kill a columnist. A pandemic relief package is moving through Congress. Donald Trump remains popular with conservative activists.