Scott Simon

NPR's Scott Simon speaks with rapper Macklemore about the triumphs, struggles and realizations that inspired his new album, "Ben."

Americans are spending money and shopping a lot. But according to recent retail reports, big chain stores are worried about the year to come. They say there's still a lot of uncertainty ahead.

U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland's trip to Ukraine sends a political message to U.S. voters as well as a legal one to Russia. And how crime and antisemitism are affecting the political landscape.

NPR's Scott Simon ponders skyrocketing Tooth Fairy payouts.

NPR's Scott Simon asks book editor Jenny Jackson about her debut novel, "Pineapple Street," set in the well-to-do Brooklyn Heights section of New York City.

A Pennsylvania State University entomologist discovers, live on Zoom, that an insect was not nearly as ordinary as he thought it was.

NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Joshua Seftel and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai about "Stranger at the Gate," an Oscar-nominated short documentary that he directed and she produced.

NPR's Scott Simon talks with Howard Bryant of Meadowlark Media about Major League Baseball's new rules, star player moves in the NBA and the Boston Bruins setting new NHL scoring record.

NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Moldovan official Alexandru Flenchea about fears that Russia's war in Ukraine could spill over into neighboring Moldova.

The Conservative Political Action Conference is taking place this week and has been once again dominated by fans of former President Trump, to the possible detriment to the GOP.

NPR's Scott Simon speaks with author Sathnam Sanghera about his book "Empireland," which explores how Britain's imperialist history has shaped the country — and world — today.

The Pentagon released a photo taken from a military plane chasing the Chinese balloon earlier this month. NPR has figured out where the selfie was snapped.

NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Rick Brunson, who taught journalism to Dylan Lyons. Lyons, a TV reporter, was killed this week while covering a shooting in Orlando, Fla.

President Biden's commitment to Ukraine in its fight against Russia comes from his background in foreign affairs and the Cold War. Also, Sen. Tim Scott goes to Iowa, and a train derailment goes awry.

Flaco, the owl who escaped from the Central Park Zoo, remains free. NPR's Scott Simon marvels at how successfuly Flaco has adapted to the wilds of New York City.

Filmmaker Jafar Panahi is banned from making movies or leaving Iran. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Vulture critic Roxana Hadadi about the work he manages to produce despite government restrictions.

Alabama basketball players are the subject of controversy. The U.S. Women's National Soccer team went undefeated in a tournament this week. A Mississippi pitcher throws fastballs ... with either arm.

The global trade in blood plasma takes center stage in Kathleen McLaughlin's book, "Blood Money." NPR's Scott Simon speaks with the author about her experiences with, and reporting on, the industry.

In this week's StoryCorps Military Voices Initiative, Nazim Abdul Karriem reflects on his time as a young Black soldier in World War II.

Ride-share driver Damani endures low wages and a monotonous routine in a story inspired by "Taxi Driver." NPR's Scott Simon talks with Priya Guns about her debut novel, "Your Driver is Waiting."