Arts
Trevor Noah on his new book 'Into the Uncut Grass'
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe asks Trevor Noah about his new book, "Into the Uncut Grass," and about finding common ground with people with different experiences.
Sunday Puzzle: Phonetic fun!
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with Puzzlemaster Will Shortz and KUOW listener John Weaver of Tacoma, Wash.
Margaret Atwood was advised to just find a good man. Her response: 'You're an idiot'
Margaret Atwood knows that she scares people. She opens up about that perception and also reflects on the bad advice she's received in her career and how she takes vengeance.
'Wait Wait' for October 5, 2024: With Not My Job guest Kara Jackson
This week, Wait Wait is live in Chicago with special guest Kara Jackson and panelists Alzo Slade, Joyelle Nicole Johnson, and Scaachi Koul
The historic Biltmore Estate, an Asheville icon, works to recover from Helene damage
The renowned North Carolina landmark and tourist attraction was slammed by the remnants of Hurricane Helene. The estate says parts of the entrance and farm were damaged and some animals were lost.
Philadelphia's RockyFest is the newest addition to the Rocky franchise
The ever-expanding Rocky franchise now has an expanded Rockyfest in Philadelphia this winter.
Craig Brown's biography of Queen Elizabeth II is told through a series of vignettes
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Craig Brown about "Q: The Voyage Around the Queen," a biography of Queen Elizabeth II told in vignettes and observations.
Author Jason Reynolds on his latest young adult novel and winning a MacArthur grant
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with author Jason Reynolds about his new young adult novel, "Twenty-four Seconds from Now..."
This horror genre is scary as folk – and perfect October viewing
Folk horror is set in remote, isolated areas where nature — and the superstitions of the locals — hold sway. Think: The Wicker Man and Midsommar. It is perfect, spooky, autumnal viewing.