January 18, 2025 • NPR's Scott Simon reflects on the wildfires in Los Angeles, and the words of writers who were drawn to the city.

Scott Simon is one of America's most admired writers and broadcasters. He is the host of Weekend Edition Saturday and is one of the hosts of NPR's morning news podcast Up First.He has reported ...

NPR's Scott Simon shares the story of the Pasadena Jewish Temper and Center, which burned from the Eaton fire. A mural was concealed behind one of the walls.

NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Andy Corren about his new memoir "Dirtbag Queen," which memorializes his mother. He previously wrote a viral obituary for her in The ...

NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Nobel-Prize winning author Han Kang about her latest novel, "We Do Not Part." ...

NPR's Scott Simon talks with ESPN reporter Mark Fainaru-Wada about the controversy over the hall of fame eligibility of Jim Tyrer, a great player who also committed a terrible crime.

NPR's Scott Simon talks to Michele Steele of ESPN about the NFL playoffs, the college football national championship, and remembers Milwaukee Baseball legend Bob ...

NPR's Scott Simon talks to Italian filmmaker Maura Delpero about her new film, "Vermiglio", which won the Grand Jury Prize at the Venice Film festival.

This refreshing combination of news, analysis and features provides wrap-ups and perspectives on the week's events, as well as a taste of what makes weekends special-from sports and gardening to ...