In 'Overcompensating,' Benito Skinner turns old wounds into comedy
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Benito Skinner about his new show, Overcompensating, out on Amazon Prime on May 15.
How Aid Is Being Delivered To Those In Need In Puerto Rico
In some areas of Puerto Rico, the situation has become desperate. The U.S. military has moved to take charge of getting the aid directly to people in need, even if it means bypassing local authorities that have a history of inefficiency and mismanagement.
Anthropologist Jason De Leon Awarded MacArthur 'Genius' Grant
NPR's Kelly McEvers talks with anthropologist Jason de Leon, who was awarded a MacArthur fellowship in recognition of his work which shines a light on the human toll of U.S. immigration policies. His Undocumented Migration Project involves collecting artifacts left behind by migrants living and dead, from the Sonoran Desert.
From Their Home, They Saw A Wall Of Flames And Knew They Had To Go
Emily Cocks lost her home to the Atlas Fire burning through Napa Valley in California. She speaks to NPR's Kelly McEvers about the moment she decided to leave and what she lost.
Northern California Wildfires Still Burning As Death Toll Is Expected To Rise
Winds are expected to pick up and possibly refuel the wildfires spreading across northern California. The fires have left at least 21 people dead. But authorities say the death toll is likely to rise.
After Devastating Loss For USMNT, What Comes Next?
Last night was one of the worst in U.S. men's soccer history. An embarrassing loss to Trinidad and Tobago means the team will not make the World Cup for the first time since 1986. What happens now?
In An Effort To Get People To Tune In, Government Agencies Try Podcasting
Government agencies have a number of ways to get out their messages. There's press releases, news conferences and social media. And now, several cabinet departments are trying their hand at podcasts.
Trump Continues To Use Twitter As Main Form Of Communication
President Trump has had a combative few days on Twitter, going after NBC and the organization's "license" to report news, and trading digs with Republican Sen. Bob Corker.
Las Vegas Survivors Search For The Heroes Who Helped Save Them
Survivors of the Las Vegas shooting and their families are searching for the strangers that helped them that night. They say they want to say thank you.
Weinstein Scandal Raises Questions About Non-Disclosure Agreements
NPR's Robert Siegel talks to Jonathan Handel about whether non-disclosure agreements, like those reportedly signed by Harvey Weinstein and women who accused him of sexual harassment, are legal.
Weinstein Company Must Find Way Forward Without Disgraced Movie Mogul
NPR's Kelly McEvers talks with Benjamin Fritz of The Wall Street Journal about the future of the Weinstein Company and its place in Hollywood now that its founder is facing dozens of allegations of sexual assault.
