All Things Considered
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Why 1999 was such a big year for movies
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Brian Raftery, author of the book, Best. Movie. Year. Ever.: How 1999 Blew Up the Big Screen.
Life Kit: How to deal with life's changes while pregnant
by Andee Tagle
Life Kit digs into the science of "mommy brain" and the effect of hormones on the brain.
Fears that deadly Sudan conflict could spill into other regions
After a month of fighting, the death toll in Sudan has surpassed 600. As the conflict continues, there is growing concern that it could spread to other countries in the region.
Brazil's Queen of Rock, Rita Lee, has died
Rita Lee, the Brazilian singer, musician and composer, has died at 75.
Turkey's opposition leader poses a challenge to President Erdogan
Journalist Ruth Michaelson talks about Turkish opposition leader Kemal Kilicdaroglu ahead of Turkey's general election.
FDA changes rules for donating blood. Some say they're still discriminatory
Pathologist Dr. Benjamin Mazer talks about the changing FDA rules on donating blood for men who have sex with men.
The chaos after Title 42 undercuts Biden's pledge for immigration reform
by Franco Ordoñez
President Biden campaigned on a message of competency — and on humane treatment for migrants. We look at how the chaos after Title 42 undercuts that pledge, and what it means for Biden in 2024.
The 'More Perfect' podcast examines the Supreme Court
Julia Longoria, host of the Supreme Court podcast "More Perfect," talks about the launch of their new season.
A mom torn about leaving her career gets unexpected encouragement
Mary Amato encountered her unsung hero — a female scientist — shortly after the birth of her second child, when her choice to be a stay-at-home mom was weighing on her.
Michael J. Fox reflects on his career and life with Parkinson's
Actor Michael J. Fox talks about his documentary, Still, about his diagnosis with Parkinson's disease.
Kara Jackson, celebrated poet, returns to her first love: music
Kara Jackson is mostly known for her poetry. But singing was her first love, and she's now out with her debut album, Why Does the Earth Give Us People to Love?
Daniel Penny arraigned in chokehold death of Jordan Neely
by Samantha Max
Daniel Penny, the 24-year-old man who put Jordan Neely in a fatal chokehold on the New York City subway last week, faces manslaughter charges.