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Chileans weigh a new constitution
by Scott Simon
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Chilean journalist Francisca Skoknic about the upcoming vote to approve or reject a new constitution for the South American country.
Media Coverage And The Supreme Court
NPR's Linda Wertheimer talks with Matthew Hitt of Colorado State University about his research into how certain news coverage can change public perceptions of the Supreme Court.
Who's In The Running For Kennedy's Seat
David Lat of the website Above the Law joins NPR's Linda Wertheimer to talk about President Trump's shortlist of possible replacements for Justice Anthony Kennedy on the Supreme Court.
Pruitt Resets The Ethics Bar
by Peter Overby
Former EPA administrator Scott Pruitt became the subject of at least a dozen investigations. Some advocates argue ethics standards in government need to be rebuilt.
Week In Politics: EPA, Supreme Court, Trade
by Ron Elving
We recap the week in politics, including President Trump's Supreme Court nomination, Scott Pruitt's resignation and the economy.
Pro Athlete To Nun
Ten years ago, Sister Rita Clare Yoches was playing professional football for the Detroit Demolition. NPR's Linda Wertheimer talks with her about her journey from pro athlete to nun.
Saturday Sports: World Cup
by Tom Goldman
We have the latest on the World Cup and the week's sports news.
Tour De France Kicks Off
The Tour de France begins Saturday. NPR's Linda Wertheimer talks with Wall Street Journal sports columnist and self-professed cycling fanatic Jason Gay.
'Skyscraper' Director Made A 'Love Letter' To The Classic Action Blockbusters
by Linda Wertheimer
Pompeo Meets With North Koreans Over Nuclear Program
by Elise Hu
The meetings happened amid growing concern North Korea is not taking steps toward denuclearization — and uncertainty as to what each side meant when they committed to it.
'Safe Houses' Explores The Past And The Present Of The Cold War
Dan Fesperman's Safe Houses is spy story set in both the present day and the Cold War era. Fesperman speaks with NPR's Linda Wertheimer about the book.