History
The Long View From Journalist Al Hunt On The Turbulent News Media
Steve Inskeep talks to veteran reporter and commentator Al Hunt, who recently left full-time journalism after more than five decades, about how Washington, the nation and the media have changed.
Looking Back: Memorable Speeches Delivered From House Chamber
Steve Inskeep talks to columnist and commentator Cokie Roberts, who answers listener questions about the history of great speeches delivered in the hall of the House of Representatives.
Smithsonian Museums Spring Back To Life After Government Reopens
Thanks to the end of the government shutdown, the Smithsonian Institution reopens its 19 museums — along with the National Zoo Tuesday morning. Getting it all up and running is no easy task.
How California's Worst Oil Spill Turned Beaches Black And The Nation Green
In 1969, oil from an offshore well left beaches in Santa Barbara, Calif., coated with crude and littered with dead birds. The country's reaction helped create the modern environmental movement.
Bones Of Famed British Explorer Found During Construction Of U.K. Train Line
Capt. Matthew Flinders led the first circumnavigation of the continent whose name he would go on to popularize: Australia.
Friday News Roundup - Domestic
Hundreds of thousands of workers around the country are approaching another missed paycheck and the latest on the Roger Stone indictment.
Friday News Roundup - International
A dual presidency, Davos and a deadly explosion in Mexico.
How Have Strong House Speakers Influenced Presidential Policy?
David Greene talks to commentator and columnist Cokie Roberts, who answers listener questions about the history of presidents and their relationship with strong speakers of the House.