How Do We Read Books Embedded With Racism?
We received a lot of criticism for a story on reading racist and difficult material to your children, and it's clear it's a topic you'd like us to revisit.
Interviews
Fresh Air Weekend: Brittany Howard; Saying 'No' To Dates; 'Mind Over Body'
Alabama Shakes' Brittany Howard discusses small-town life and big-time music. Commentator Sarah Hepola recommends honesty in dating. Science writer Jo Marchant talks about her new book, Cure.
Amid A Lost Love, A Son And Father Finally Speak The Secret Between Them
It was a love long hidden, and cut short all too soon. But it was only around the time Andy Goodling's boyfriend died that he was finally ready to tell his father: "Bryan was my everything."
Fresh Air Weekend: Neil Patrick Harris; 'The Secret History of Wonder Woman'
Actor Neil Patrick Harris describes the surprising twists and turns of his life and career. Jill Lepore discusses the secret life of Wonder Woman creator William Moulton Marston.
'London Spy' Begins With A Romance Between A Clubber And MI6 Agent
The new BBC America show, written by author Tom Rob Smith, opens with a gay couple falling in love. Then one of them mysteriously disappears.
President Obama Says Diplomacy Was Key To Nuclear Deal, Prisoner Swap
President Obama has spoken to the nation about the Iran nuclear deal. NPR's Rachel Martin speaks to White House Correspondent Scott Horsley about what the president said.
What Prisoner Swap Means For Future U.S.-Iran Relations
U.S. officials have confirmed that Iran has released four Americans - including Washington Post journalist Jason Rezaian. Scott Simon talks with NPR's Peter Kenyon what it means for US-Iran relations.
Iranian Release Of Prisoners May Be Part Of Broader Deal To Lift Sanctions
Secretary of State John Kerry is in Vienna this morning, and Iranian state media are reporting the release of four Iranian-American prisoners. It may be part of a deal with Iran to lift sanctions.
Fresh Air Weekend: Ray Liotta; Showtime's 'Billions'; Author Elizabeth Strout
Ray Liotta discusses Goodfellas, acting and his return to TV. Critic John Powers reviews Showtime's new drama series, Billions. Olive Kitteridge author Elizabeth Strout discusses her latest novel.
Remembering Otis Clay, A Blues Hall Of Fame Musician
Clay, who died Friday in Chicago, made a name for himself as an R&B singer with hits like "Trying to Live my Life Without You" and "A Lasting Love." Originally broadcast in 1999.