
All Things Considered
Weekdays from 4-6:00pm
In-depth reporting and transformed the way listeners understand current events and view the world. Every weekday, hear two hours of breaking news mixed with compelling analysis, insightful commentaries, interviews, and special - sometimes quirky - features.

Why Venezuela's opposition has urged voters to boycott upcoming regional elections
by John Otis
Venezuela's opposition has urged voters to boycott up and coming regional elections - but this tactic has deeply divided the party - including one of Venezuela's most storied political families.
Needle Exchanges, Access To Safer Narcotics Could Save Lives — But It's A Tough Sell
by Brian Mann
Researchers and doctors say they know how to curb harm caused by addiction and the spread of dangerous drugs. But lawmakers are reluctant to allow needle exchanges and access to safer narcotics.
Killed By Military Forces, A Myanmar Poet's Spirit Of Revolution Lives On In His Work
by Michael Sullivan
Myanmar's new military rulers continue squashing dissent with poets and other activists firmly in their sights. Part of a decades long strategy of "state terror and torture" against their citizens.
Good Luck Finding Fireworks
by Frank Morris
After production disruptions and shipping delays, fireworks are expensive and in short supply. Some retailers have shut down, and others are warning customers their stock might be gone before July 4.
Street Violence Between Israeli Jews And Arabs Has Calmed, But The Scars Remain
by Daniel Estrin
The street violence between Israeli Jews and Arabs inside the neighborhoods they've been sharing has calmed, but the scars remain — and so have attitudes about any chance for coexistence.
What Biden And Putin's Meeting Could Mean For U.S.-Russia Relations
After weeks of planning, the summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Joe Biden has ended. The two leaders' meeting lasted four hours.
Parents Say Schools Must Make Up For Failing Kids With Disabilities During Pandemic
Families say schools must make up for all their children have lost after the special education services they have a legal right to were disrupted or stopped during the pandemic in many districts.
Summer Colds Are Back — Here's How To Keep From Getting Sick
by Selena Simmons-Duffin
Bad news for parents of young kids: summer colds are back. Things like strategic mask wearing during story time or homework with a sick child can help prevent you from catching and spreading the cold.
Heat Wave Has Sparked Another Round Of Grid Problems In Texas
by Mose Buchele
The Texas electric grid is facing problems during a heat wave this week, fueling frustration that lawmakers have still not helped those who suffered during a devastating blackout back in February.