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The program wraps up the week's news and offers a mix of analysis and features on a wide range of topics, including arts, sports, entertainment, and human interest stories.
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9:58am May 14, 2022Sports Sports
Saturday sports: Brittney Griner hearing; NBA and NHL playoffs; Rich Strike rests
by Tom GoldmanWNBA star Brittney Griner remains imprisoned in Russia; the latest news in the NBA and NHL playoffs; and a surprise decision to rest the Kentucky Derby winner from the Preakness Stakes. -
9:51am May 14, 2022Books Books
'River of the Gods' dives into the 19th century British exploration of the Nile
by Scott SimonScott Simon talks with Candice Millard about 19th century British exploration and her new book, "River of the Gods: Genius, Courage, and Betrayal in the Search for the Source of the Nile." -
9:51am May 14, 2022Environment Environment
A decline in flying bugs sounds good for humans, but it's bad for the environment
by Scott SimonScott Simon talks to Matt Shardlow of UK conservation group Buglife about the decline in flying invertebrates in the UK and how that could spell environmental disaster. -
9:51am May 14, 2022Music & Culture Music & Culture
Lyle Lovett feels all of fatherhood on first album in a decade, '12th of June'
by Scott SimonLyle Lovett is feeling fatherhood in silly and tender ways. Scott Simon talks with the Texas musician about family life and how it inspired his first album in a decade, "12th of June." -
9:34am May 14, 2022World News World News
Lebanese candidates push for change in a corrupt electoral system
by Arezou RezvaniLebanese elections this weekend are taking place under a system designed to keep the same parties in power in the parliament. But a few candidates hope they can send a message about change. -
9:07am May 14, 2022Health & Safety Health & Safety
Almost 1 million Americans have died from COVID-19
by Rob SteinAs the U.S. approaches 1 million COVID-19 deaths, cases and hospitalizations have started rising again, deaths are poised to creep up again, and the nation is on alert for yet another surge. -
8:52am May 14, 2022Health & Safety Health & Safety Religion
A hospital chaplain reflects on two years of work during COVID
by Scott SimonFor our series "Outbreak Voices," hospital chaplain Stephanie Ramos of Los Angeles recounts what two years of her ministry has been like, comforting the sick and grieving affected by COVID-19. -
8:47am May 14, 2022Books Books
Writer and director George Stevens Jr. releases memoir 'My Place In The Sun'
by Scott SimonScott Simon talks to writer and director George Stevens Jr. about his life, growing up in Hollywood, and even Elizabeth Taylor, in his memoir, "My Place In The Sun." -
8:42am May 14, 2022National National
Cases are being delayed across the country due to a shortage of defense attorneys
by Conrad WilsonAcross the country, defendants are languishing in custody because there aren't enough defense attorneys to assign to cases. In Oregon, hundreds of cases have been postponed. -
8:39am May 14, 2022World News World News
Ukraine begins prosecuting Russians for war crimes
by Greg MyreUkraine is prosecuting a member of the Russian military, alleging he killed an unarmed Ukrainian civilian. The prosecutor general says Ukraine is preparing 41 more cases. -
8:37am May 14, 2022Politics & Government Politics & Government
Week in politics: The abortion debate could have a heavy sway on midterms
by Juana SummersWe look at how the fight over abortion access might turn out voters in the midterms. Also, how will the White House tackle the nation-wide shortage of baby formula? -
8:34am May 14, 2022Health & Safety Health & Safety
Protesters across the country are marching for abortion rights
by Cheryl CorleyThousands of people who support reproductive rights are marching Saturday in several cities to highlight the potential ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade.