Christopher Intagliata
Stories
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A ubiquitous flower in LA brings memories of homeland for a local Salvadoran chef
At this time of year, the flor de izote, or yucca flower, blooms in Los Angeles. Chef Karla Vasquez bought some at a Salvadoran market, and prepared a recipe from her book The Salvisoul Cookbook.
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The new spy thriller 'The Persian' is built on real tradecraft
Former CIA analyst David McCloskey keeps writing spy thrillers and the plots keep coming true. His latest book, The Persian, opens with an Israeli surprise attack on Iran.
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Conservative podcaster Michael Knowles speaks to Charlie Kirk's impact and legacy
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with the conservative podcaster Michael Knowles, who was a friend of Charlie Kirk's and will headline tonight's show of The American Comeback Tour as a tribute to Kirk.
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What are the consequences of eliminating vaccine mandates, as Florida plans to do?
NPR's Juana Summers talks with Florida-based pediatrician Mona Amin about Governor Ron DeSantis' push to eliminate vaccine mandates in his state, and what that could mean for Floridians' health.
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Former staffers of Climate.gov are attempting to launch a new site: Climate.us
Climate.gov went dark after cuts from the Trump administration. Now, a group of former employees are trying to revive it under a new domain.
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The novel 'Buckeye' explores forgiveness, war and a forbidden kiss
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks to author Patrick Ryan about his new novel, Buckeye.
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Rep. Emanuel Cleaver says redistricting hurts Democrats, Republicans and the republic
NPR's Juana Summers talks with Democratic Rep. Emanuel Cleaver about possible redistricting in Missouri. His district, which includes part of Kansas City, may be targeted by state Republicans.
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Tennis is getting rowdier — and that could be a good thing for the sport
Fans took over last night's US Open match in New York in a way that is uncommon for tennis. Matthew Futterman from the Athletic spoke to NPR's Ailsa Chang about changes in tennis etiquette.
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Chili's has staged a remarkable revival in sales
The 50-year-old casual dining chain Chili's has posted five straight quarters of double digit sales increases. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Slate's Dan Kois about what's behind the brand's turnaround.
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Former national security adviser Susan Rice weighs in on Trump-Zelenskyy talks
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Susan Rice, national security advisor to President Obama, about today's White House talks between President Trump and President Zelenskyy.