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Episodes

• Saturday Sports: What To Expect To Stick Around In 2021

  Protests for racial justice and the pandemic changed the face of sports in 2020. Many changes will survive into 2021.

  Dec 26, 2020 at 5:03 am

• This Denver Bar Once Welcomed Frank Sinatra And Jack Kerouac. Now It's Closed

  The legendary El Chapultepec has closed after 87 years in business — not only because of the pandemic, but also because Denver has changed.

  Dec 26, 2020 at 5:03 am
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  Opinion: T'was The Night Before Christmas in 2020

  With apologies to Clement Clarke Moore, NPR's Scott Simon updates "A Visit from St. Nicholas" for 2020.

  Dec 19, 2020 at 5:00 am

• Theologian Discusses How Christmas Brings Light To A Dark Year

  NPR's Scott Simon speaks with theologian Eboni Marshall-Turman of Yale Divinity School about the message of Christmas this year.

  Dec 19, 2020 at 5:00 am

• Sports Chat: MLB Recognizes Negro League Stats

  Scott Simon talks to NPR's Tom Goldman about the Negro Leagues being given major league status by the MLB and Stanford coach Tara VanDerveer's historic win this week.

  Dec 19, 2020 at 5:00 am

• 2020 Book Concierge: Books For Foodies

  Four recommendations from NPR's Book Concierge for people who like to eat, cook, clean up after cooking or talk about food.

  Dec 19, 2020 at 5:00 am

• Community Rallies To Save Beloved Atlanta Tavern

  Manuel's Tavern has been a beloved Atlanta institution for decades. It's now saved from pandemic extinction by loyal customers who raised more than 180 thousand dollars to keep it open.

  Dec 19, 2020 at 5:00 am
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  Opinion: COVID-19 Has Taken Away Nutcracker Season

  NPR's Scott Simon notes how the pandemic has impacted the arts, including seasonal performances of "The Nutcracker." Without ticket sales from that ballet, many organizations are struggling.

  Dec 12, 2020 at 4:58 am

• 2020 Book Concierge: 4 Current Events Reccomendations

  NPR's Book Concierge has nearly 400 recommendations. Today - four recommendations from colleagues for reading on current events.

  Dec 12, 2020 at 4:58 am

• Holiday Cards Bring Small Joys In A Tough Year

  NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Chandra Greer, owner and founder of Greer — a stationary company based in Chicago — about holiday cards for a tumultuous year.

  Dec 12, 2020 at 4:58 am

• Sports Chat: How Soon Should Athletes Get The COVID-19 Vaccine?

  Where should athletes be in the line to get coronavirus vaccinations, and a college coach questions whether their basketball season should continue. NPR's Scott Simon talks with ESPN's Howard Bryant.

  Dec 12, 2020 at 4:58 am

• Andrew Bird's First Holiday Album Includes A Song Inspired By The Pandemic

  NPR's Scott Simon talks to Andrew Bird about his holiday album, Hark! featuring some originals and some classics.

  Dec 12, 2020 at 4:58 am