Toms Shoes A Hit At Oscars, But Does Shoe Giveaway Hit The Mark?
The for-profit company gives a free pair of shoes to a poor child for every pair a consumer buys. Is that a good idea?
Opinion
Basketball's 3-Pointer: From Tacky Gimmick To Strategic Platform
This shot has come a far piece since it was adopted by the NBA in 1979, and Stephen Curry's prowess will make it an even bigger part of the game, according to sports commentator Frank Deford.
Week In Politics: Republican Debate, Tax Returns, Super Tuesday
Political commentators E.J. Dionne of The Washington Post and Brookings Institution and Eliana Johnson of the National Review speak with NPR's Audie Cornish about Thursday's Republican debate, candidates' tax returns, and a preview of the Super Tuesday primaries.
Yet Another Teaching Memoir? A Teacher's Critique
Recent years have seen a proliferation of books about the struggles of rookie teachers. We asked a veteran New York City teacher to review The Battle for Room 314 by Ed Boland.
Week In Politics: Justice Antonin Scalia's Death, Presidential Race
NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with our regular political commentators, E.J. Dionne of the Washington Post and Brookings Institution and David Brooks of The New York Times, about the fight over who should nominate Justice Scalia's successor, and the upcoming Nevada caucuses and South Carolina primary.
Week In Politics: Democratic Debate, New Hampshire Primary
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with our regular political commentator David Brooks of The New York Times and MSNBC analyst Alex Wagner. They discuss Thursday night's PBS Democratic debate and the emerging virtue of humility in the GOP.
In Beyoncé's 'Formation,' A Glorification Of 'Bama' Blackness
Beyoncé's latest song is for the black Southern woman, says National Book Award winner Jesmyn Ward, who's from Mississippi. It's a message she needed to hear.
Roundup: Here's What People Are Saying About Barbie's Diversity Makeover
Mattel is rethinking how the Barbie brand could represent women of all colors, shapes and sizes. Some are buying it. Others, not so much.
Week In Politics: Iowa Caucus, New Hampshire Primary
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with our regular political commentators E.J. Dionne of the Washington Post and Brookings Institution and David Brooks of The New York Times about the Iowa caucuses and the upcoming New Hampshire primary.
Super Bowl 50's Quarterbacks: So Talented And So Different
For Frank Deford, the best football games are those played with two star quarterbacks, because football needs quarterbacks.