Opinion: Free Expression Is On The Decline, In Cuba And Elsewhere Cuba is one of dozens of countries, including some U.S. allies, using emergency powers to stifle free expression. Scott Simon
Tom Skerritt Grapples With His Own Death In 'East Of The Mountains' NPR's Scott Simon talks to Tom Skerritt, who stars in East of the Mountains, a film about a retired heart surgeon dying of cancer.
Anthony Doerr On The Spark That Inspired 'Cloud Cuckoo Land' NPR's Scott Simon speaks with author Anthony Doerr about his latest novel, Cloud Cuckoo Land.
As the WNBA playoffs begin, defending champs Seattle Storm seek their 5th title Kim Malcolm talks with Seattle Storm broadcaster Elise Woodward about the Storm's upcoming playoff run, and the team's chances of winning another championship. Kim Malcolm
Modern art, the return of live dance, and other arts & culture picks to kick off Fall Kim Malcolm talks with Crosscut arts & culture editor Brangien Davis about her weekend recommendations. Kim Malcolm
ABC's New 'Wonder Years' Succeeds By Centering A Black Family In History The new revival of the 1988 series works because it reclaims Black people's part in history. Eric Deggans
The Ends Guest puzzle guru Cecil Baldwin and guest musician Julian Velard share their favorite Ask Me Another memories. Jonathan Coulton performs his final music parody.
There Are No Emergencies In Trivia A long-running inside joke finally pays off as Ophira Eisenberg breaks a glass box containing an emergency word game. Comedians Aparna Nancherla and Joyelle Nicole Johnson take on the challenge.