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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.
Saturday Sports: The Fate Of The Tokyo Olympics
by Tom Goldman
We talk about Japan's determination to hold the Olympics and more inroads for women in sports.
No Floats, No Problem: How New Orleans Is Celebrating A Pandemic Mardi Gras
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Mardi Gras parade organizer Devin De Wulf, whose organization, Krewe of Red Beans, is decorating locals homes as floats, and donating the money they earn to local artists.
How Four Men With The Same Name Formed The Paul O'Sullivan Band
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with two of the four Paul O'Sullivans in the Paul O'Sullivan band. They formed the group after finding each other on Facebook back in 2016.
Cherie Jones' Debut Novel Sees Characters In Paradise Put Through Hell
NPR's Scott Simon speak with author Cherie Jones about her new novel, HOW THE ONE-ARMED SISTER SWEEPS HER HOUSE.
The Latest In The GameStop Wall Street Stock Battle
by Uri Berliner
GameStop share prices surged again yesterday, after the trading app Robinhood allowed limited buys of heavily shorted stocks. It's the latest in a week where on-line traders freaked out Wall Street.
How Students At A North Carolina Elementary School Are Faring With Remote Learning
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with school counselor Barbie Garayua Tudryn from Chapel Hill, NC about the mental and social well-being of students at her elementary school as remote learning continues.
Salisbury Cathedral Organ Plays Majestic Music During Vaccinations
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Salisbury Cathedral's Director of Music David Halls about playing music for those getting vaccinated in the church.
Mass Protests In Russia Call For Alexei Navalny's Release
Protests are sweeping across Russia and hundreds have been detained. Demonstrators calling for opposition leader Alexei Navalny to be released. He was arrested last week, upon his return to Moscow.
Week In Politics: President Biden's First Days
by Ron Elving
We look at the inauguration of President Joe Biden, the many executive orders he's already signed and the choice he has between unity and supporting the second impeachment of President Donald Trump.
Saturday Sports: Two Quarterback Legends To Face Off In NFC Championship
We talk to ESPN's Howard Bryant about the AFC and NFC championships coming up this weekend, the new NHL seasons and the latest with the Tokyo Olympics.