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.
Trump's Budget And The Mississippi Delta's Economy
Scott Simon talks to Chris Masingill of the Delta Regional Authority, an agency that promotes the economy of the Mississippi Delta's eight states. It would be eliminated under Trump's budget proposal.
The Sorry State Of South Carolina's Roads
The country's roadways are crumbling and transportation officials say they need plenty of money to fix what's broken. But there's not a lot of enthusiasm for dedicating money or raising taxes.
Saturday Sports: March Madness Continues
NPR's Scott Simon and NPR's Tom Goldman talk about the big event in sports this week: March Madness!
Israelis And Palestinians 'Must Know How To Speak To Each Other'
In one small neighborhood in Jerusalem, a group of Israelis and Palestinians has been trying to learn each others' languages and become better neighbors.
Tillerson Talks Tough On North Korea During Asia Trip
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said during his visit to South Korea "all options are on the table" when it comes to dealing with North Korea. On Saturday, Tillerson met with Chinese officials.
Jo Lampert Takes On Joan Of Arc
New York artist Jo Lampert just landed her first major role: Joan in David Byrne's new rock opera based on Joan of Arc. With her androgynous appearance and bluesy voice, Lampert seems like a good fit.
North Korea's Weapons: What It Has, What It Wants
The threat of North Korea's growing nuclear capability is in the spotlight. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Robert Litwak of the Woodrow Wilson Center about exactly what those nuclear capabilities are.
Chronicling Ernest Hemingway's Relationship With The Soviets
CIA archivist Nicholas Reynolds discusses his new book, Writer, Sailor, Soldier, Spy: Ernest Hemingway's Secret Adventures. It describes Hemingway's relationship with Soviet intelligence.
Proposed Border Wall Would Affect Many Endangered Species
A border wall between the U.S. and Mexico would run thousands of miles along an ecologically diverse region. Environmentalists say it would cause major harm to wildlife and their habitat.
Democrat Rep. Elijah Cummings On Meeting With Trump
Scott Simon talks with Rep. Elijah Cummings of Maryland, who is a sharp critic of the president, but sounded positive after meeting with Trump about trying to lower the cost of prescription drugs.
Syrian Children Facing 'Toxic Stress'
The aid group Save the Children has been looking into the mental health of young Syrians and its findings are alarming.