Scott Simon appears in the following:
Opinion: Lessons From Bosnia
Saturday, November 03, 2018
In his essay this week, NPR's Scott Simon reflects on his time spent covering the war in Bosnia and what we might learn now.
On Barbra Streisand's Latest, The Walls Do Talk — To The President
Saturday, November 03, 2018
Streisand speaks with Scott Simon about crafting her new album, Walls, as a reaction to the Trump administration.
On The Scene At Pittsburgh Shooting
Saturday, October 27, 2018
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Lucy Perkins to get the latest on a shooting that took place in a local synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pa.
Pittsburgh Shooting Update
Saturday, October 27, 2018
There are multiple casualties at a Pittsburgh synagogue after a shooter opened fire. Three officers have been shot. A suspect is in custody.
Bob Cousy, 90, Still Rues The Assists He Didn't Make To Bill Russell
Saturday, October 27, 2018
The great Boston Celtics point guard and his fellow Hall of Fame center won six NBA titles together — in the shadow of widespread racism. Gary Pomerantz documents that history in The Last Pass.
Opinion: Trump's White House, A Bully's Pulpit
Saturday, October 27, 2018
NPR's Scott Simon reflects on the words President Trump does — and doesn't — decide to use.
Why Did The Sea Lion Cross The Road?
Saturday, October 27, 2018
NPR's Scott Simon tells the story of one sea lion who delighted people on its short waddle through San Diego.
Matthew Shepard Laid To Rest, 20 Years After His Death
Saturday, October 20, 2018
Shepard, who was violently attacked and left for dead in Laramie, Wyo., will be interred at the National Cathedral. NPR's Scott Simon talks with Bishop Gene Robinson about Shepard's life and death.
She's Mom To A Headstrong Teen — Who Happens To Be Joan Of Arc
Saturday, October 20, 2018
In Mother of the Maid, Glenn Close returns to the New York stage to portray a 15th-century peasant woman with a remarkable adolescent daughter she loves — and can't protect.
Nebraska: 'It's Not For Everyone'
Saturday, October 20, 2018
Nebraska has an innovative new marketing campaign.
Opinion: A President In Praise Of Strongmen And Dictators
Saturday, October 20, 2018
NPR's Scott Simon reflects on the praise that President Trump heaps on authoritarian leaders.
Opinion: The Doctor And 'The Boy In The Bubble'
Saturday, October 13, 2018
In his essay this week, NPR's Scott Simon remembers William T. Shearer, who died this week at the age of 81. He was the doctor of "The Boy In The Bubble."
Mystery Of A Massive Library Fire Remains Unsolved After More Than 30 Years
Saturday, October 13, 2018
On April 29, 1986, fire tore through Los Angeles' Central Library — more than one million books were damaged or destroyed. Susan Orlean tells the story of the suspected arson in The Library Book.
Opinion: Donald Trump 'Fell In Love' With Kim Jong Un
Saturday, October 06, 2018
President Trump says he "fell in love" with the supreme leader of North Korea, who presides over a cruel kingdom of repression and torture.
Alice Walker Is For Oakland, Human Imperfection And The Children
Saturday, October 06, 2018
The author of The Color Purple has released a new book of poems. Written in English and translated into Spanish, it's called Taking the Arrow Out of the Heart.
New York Vs. Boston Books
Saturday, October 06, 2018
This week the New York public library and the Boston public library made a friendly wager over baseball.
Heather Morgan Is Ready To Share Her 'Borrowed Heart'
Saturday, October 06, 2018
After years of writing songs for some of the biggest names in country music, Heather Morgan makes her solo debut with the album Borrowed Heart.
The High Drama Of The Wrigley Rat
Saturday, September 29, 2018
At Chicago's Wrigley Field, a rat's attempt to surmount a wall got fans cheering on Sept. 25, even as the home team lost.
At 94, Mike Nussbaum Is The Oldest Working Stage Actor In Show Biz
Saturday, September 29, 2018
At 94, Mike Nussbaum is reportedly the oldest working stage actor in the country. He is currently starring in a play at the Northlight Theatre in Skokie, Ill.
Buffy Sainte-Marie's Authorized Biography Serves As A 'Map Of Hope'
Saturday, September 29, 2018
The award-winning native Canadian singer-songwriter and social activist looks back on a life of music, milestones and empowerment.