Chileans weigh a new constitution
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.
How Comey's Firing Will Or Won't Affect The Russia Investigation
NPR's Scott Simon talks with former FBI Special Agent Asha Rangappa about whether James Comey's firing this week will affect the FBI's Russia investigation.
Sen. Klobuchar On Comey And Who Should Lead The FBI
NPR's Scott Simon asks Democrat Sen. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota about what Democrats want following President Trump's dismissal of FBI Director James Comey.
The Risks Of An Underfunded Census
NPR's Scott Simon talks to Dr. Robert Groves, a former director of the U.S. Census Bureau, about the challenges facing the 2020 Census, including a potential budget shortfall.
Abortion Issue Looms Large In Georgia House Race
Women in the Trump era are asserting themselves — in resistance and support. A Georgia House race, with a controversial Republican woman running, tells the story of the divide among women.
The Week In Politics: Comey, Russia, Flynn, Secret Tapes?
The week in politics was busy, with the firing of James Comey, testimony of Sally Yates, ongoing investigations of Michael Flynn, and President Trump's suggestion of secret recordings.
Putin Plays Hockey For His Birthday, And Wins, Of Course
Vladimir Putin really did celebrate his birthday with a game of hockey earlier this week. NPR's Scott Simon reimagines the Russian president's double hat trick performance.
Joshua Ferris On The 'Lack Of Self-Awareness' Of His Characters
Joshua Ferris is best known for his book Then We Came To An End, a satirical depiction of office life. In The Dinner Party, he turns to short stories that take aim at the inner lives of clueless guys.
The Case Against 'Maximizing Shareholder Value'
Bloomberg View writer Joe Nocera talks with NPR's Scott Simon about what happened when American Airlines gave its employees a raise — and Wall Street complained.