Prosecution and defense present closing arguments in trial of Sean Combs
NPR's Anastasia Tsioulcas discusses the closing arguments in the sex trafficking and racketeering trial of hip hop mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs.
Artist Louie Gong Brings Authentic Native American Art To Mainstream Business
Louie Gong is a Native American visual artist and designer who got his start decorating Vans sneakers. Today he's one of the most successful Native entrepreneurs in the country.
50th Anniversary Of Detroit 'Riots' Lookahead
NPR's Michel Martin is headed to Detroit for a show about the anniversary riots. But Detroit Free Press columnist Stephen Henderson says calling the events of 1967 a "riot" can be controversial.
Militant Right-Wing Activists Protest Religious Community With Peaceful History
A small enclave of mostly African-American Muslim families have become a fixation for right-wing groups who claim it's used as a terrorist training camp. But neighbors say they're friendly people.
Before Its First Meeting, Learn About The New Election Integrity Comission
The Washington Post's David Weigel talks with NPR's Michel Martin about the new Commission on Election Integrity, and why some states are refusing to go along with it.
'City Of Ghosts' Shows Everyday Horrors Of Living With ISIS
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with director Matthew Heineman about his new film City of Ghosts, which follows a group of citizen journalists from Raqqa on life in ISIS-occupied Syria.
With Destruction Of City And Citizens, Is Mosul Win Really A Victory?
Iraq's declared liberation from Islamic State militants in the northern city of Mosul. But with the number of civilian lives lost and the city now in rubble, some Iraqis are unsure about the future.
Venezuela's Opposition To Vote On Symbolic Referendum Against Consitution Rewrite
Venezuelans are voting Sunday on President Nicolas Maduro's plan to rewrite their constitution. Opposition leaders, who called for the plebiscite, are hoping for a huge turnout of "no" voters.
Alvin Ailey Dance Troupe Brings Dance Education To Paris' Underserved Communities
When the famed Alvin Ailey dance troupe tours, they do community outreach. This summer they're in Paris, holding classes for disadvantaged, young dancers.
Shame, Guilt Pose Significant Hurdles For Those Recovering From Addiction
For some, recovering from addiction is only half the battle. The other half is getting over the guilt, depression and shame associated with it. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with author Neil Steinberg.
Amid Health Care Debate, Legislative Group Seeks To Foster Bipartisanship
More and more lawmakers are seeking ways to build bipartisanship. NPR Host Michel Martin talks with co-chairs of the Problem Solvers Caucus, Congressmen Tom Reed and Josh Gottheimer, about health care.
Barbershop: Conservative Views On Health Care, Kid Rock And The State Of The GOP
A discussion on how this week's news plays out in conservative circles with The Washington Post's Jennifer Rubin, Washington Examiner's Sarah Westwood, and conservative commentator Lenny McAllister.
