Author Jason Reynolds talks about his latest book and the value of being a crier
Jason Reynolds writes young adult books that don't talk down to kids. His newest audio-only book is called Soundtrack. He talks with Rachel Martin about writing and the value of being a crier.
UNICEF Says Even In 2020, Newborns Are Still Vulnerable
If you want to know where the world's demographics are trending, look at the babies born this New Year's Day.
Adolescent Addiction Expert Weighs In On Proposed Ban On Flavored E-Cigarette Pods
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Dr. Sharon Levy, a pediatrician and an adolescent addiction expert with Boston Children's Hospital, about the FDA's proposed ban on most flavored e-cigarette pods.
Former U.S. Ambassador To Iraq Discusses Tensions In Baghdad
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Douglas Silliman, former U.S. ambassador to Iraq, about what tensions with pro-Iran protesters in Baghdad mean for U.S. interests in Iraq.
An Attempt At Do-It-Yourself Car Repair Goes Awry, And Takes A Surprising Turn
On Dec. 31, 1979, NPR's Art Silverman told the story on this program of his attempt to repair his car himself. We update the story with surprising news about the car and its recipient.
Kim Jong Un Warns North Korea Will Introduce A New Strategic Weapon Soon
North Korea vowed to introduce a new strategic weapon as Kim Jong Un prepared to deliver his New Year's address to the country.
Will A New Law To Curb Robocalls Make A Difference?
A new law aims to cut down on the number of robocalls Americans receive. NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Wall Street Journal reporter Sarah Krouse about how effective the law might be.
Looking Back On Some Of The Economic Highs And Lows Throughout 2019
The U.S. economy continued to grow in 2019 despite the trade war with China. Unemployment remains at historic lows, wages are up and the stock market soared. Trade agreements reached at year's end brightened forecasts for 2020.
Hobbies To Consider For The New Year: Linoleum Block Print Cutting
As 2020 approaches, consider taking up a new hobby! Layne Scherer of Washington, D.C., shares her passion for linoleum block print cutting.
Listeners Share Their Regrets Of 2019
NPR listeners share the stories behind their biggest regrets of 2019.