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Classic Movie Review: 'Casablanca'
Saturday, August 05, 2017
We all have movies that we missed. Movies that our friends make fun of us for not knowing. Sam Sanders had never seen Casablanca.
Your Favorite Moments Of The Last Week
Sunday, July 30, 2017
Coming out of a turbulent week of news, we look at the bright side thanks to messages from listeners sharing their favorite moments of the week.
Border Angels Protect Migrants Crossing Into The U.S. From Mexico
Tuesday, July 18, 2017
Despite President Trump's pledge to build a massive wall and his attacks against illegal immigration, some things at the U.S.-Mexico border haven't changed. A group called Border Angels looks after the safety of migrants crossing into the U.S.
Upworthy Was One Of The Hottest Sites Ever. You Won't Believe What Happened Next
Tuesday, June 20, 2017
After popularizing sensational headlines and taking your news feed by storm, Upworthy seemingly fell off a cliff. Its story reveals just as much about Facebook as it does about why we click.
Wal-Mart To Buy Bonobos In Challenge To Amazon
Sunday, June 18, 2017
Wal-Mart is purchasing men's clothing seller Bonobos as the giant retailer looks to stay competitive with Amazon.
Comic Jordan Klepper On His New Gun Documentary And Leaving 'The Daily Show'
Friday, June 09, 2017
In Jordan Klepper Solves Guns, the comedian dives into America's relationship with firearms. Klepper is also launching his own nightly show on Comedy Central this fall.
What Pepe The Frog's Death Can Teach Us About The Internet
Thursday, May 11, 2017
His creator killed the frog in a comic strip, after the character spent much of 2016 tied to the alt-right. Pepe's sad tale is a modern parable of how awful the Internet can be.
What Is The Hatch Act? And What Does It Mean For Government Employees And Twitter?
Saturday, April 08, 2017
Last weekend, a Trump staffer was accused of violating the 1939 law barring federal employees from certain political activities. But the jury's still out over whether he actually did.
Is A Tweet Partisan Political Activity? Did Scavino's Tweet Violate Hatch Act?
Friday, April 07, 2017
Dan Scavino, the president's social media manager and former caddie, sent a tweet calling for the primary election defeat of Justin Amash, a GOP member of the House Freedom Caucus and a Trump critic.
What Should We Make Of The 'Tweetstorm' or 'Thread,' Or Whatever You Call It?
Wednesday, April 05, 2017
They're all over Twitter: Strings of tweets about politics or Russian plots or long thoughts. Maybe they're a new way to tell stories, but they say just as much about us as they do about the platform.
'The Resistance' Faces A New Question: What To Do With All That Money
Sunday, March 26, 2017
Progressive groups like Planned Parenthood have enjoyed a fundraising bonanza since the election of Donald Trump. The challenge for these groups is to use the windfall effectively.
Groups Behind Trump Resistance Look To Use Recent Windfall Wisely
Tuesday, March 21, 2017
Progressive groups have enjoyed a fundraising bonanza since Trump's election. Whether it's the ACLU or Planned Parenthood, the cash is flowing in to organizations opposed to Trump and his policies.
Do Showers Make Oranges Taste Better? NPR Investigates
Friday, March 03, 2017
The Internet is full of things, including a Reddit subgroup devoted to the act of eating an orange in the shower. We gave it a shot ourselves.
How The Media Are Using Encryption Tools To Collect Anonymous Tips
Monday, February 27, 2017
Technology has made for more ways to leak scoops to the press than ever before. And newsrooms across the country are taking advantage of that.
Is Donald Trump Helping Or Hurting Twitter?
Tuesday, February 14, 2017
The tweeter-in-chief has brought a new level of notoriety to the social media company, but it hasn't helped Twitter's bottom line. Analysts say Trump-related harassment continues to hurt the platform.
Despite Getting Attention Via Trump, Twitter Falling Short For Investors
Sunday, February 12, 2017
President Trump tweets daily and often makes news when he does. Despite getting more attention, Twitter itself is having a rough time, as a new earnings report shows flat growth and some big losses.
Is Trump Tweeting From a 'Secure' Smartphone? The White House Won't Say
Friday, February 03, 2017
Cybersecurity experts agree that if President Trump is using his old Android smartphone, it poses a big risk. The same experts say there are ways for Trump to tweet securely.
Dippin' Dots Beef Puts White House Press Secretary On The Spot
Monday, January 23, 2017
Recently discovered tweets show Sean Spicer has been at odds with the "ice cream of the future" for years. On Monday, Dippin' Dots tried to end the feud with a letter asking to be friends.
Barbershop: 2016 Is Almost Over, But Was It Really The Worst?
Saturday, December 31, 2016
NPR's breaking news reporter Nate Rott, former political reporter Sam Sanders and senior business editor Marilyn Geewax talk about what happened in news during 2016.
Should We All Just Stop Calling 2016 'The Worst'?
Wednesday, December 28, 2016
Large portions of the Internet have declared 2016 one of the worst years ever. That's probably an inaccurate assessment, but it still says a lot about how we live online.