Sports
Super Bowl Underdogs, Are Stats On Their Side?
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Friday, February 01, 2013
Author Interviews
Netflix Moves Back Into Content Production With 'Cards'
February 1, 2013 House of Cards is a $100 million adaptation of a British television show. Starring Kevin Spacey, the first two episodes are directed by The Social Network's David Fincher — and all 13 episodes will be available at once.
It's All Politics
Hillary Clinton Leaving The Stage — At Least For Now — And On A High Note
February 1, 2013 The secretary of state ends her tenure Friday as a respected national figure with sky-high approval ratings. "I don't see myself getting back into politics," she says. But that hasn't slowed speculation about a 2016 presidential bid.
History
Grand Central, A Cathedral For Commuters, Celebrates 100
February 1, 2013 The largest railroad terminal in the world opened its doors for the first time in 1913. And while Grand Central Terminal, in the heart of New York City, no longer serves long-distance trains, it is still a vibrant part of the city's ecosystem.
StoryCorps
Relentless, Despite Losses: Congressman's Climb To The Hill
February 1, 2013 Rep. James Clyburn talks to his granddaughter about his long road to becoming a U.S. congressman. After many losses, he never gave up, even when others suggested it was time to move on. Today, he's the highest-ranking African-American in Congress.
Science
When Crime Pays: Prison Can Teach Some To Be Better Criminals
February 1, 2013 Research from an Ohio sociologist has found that inmates "earn" illegal money in greater amounts after they serve time. Prison may serve as a classroom where inexperienced delinquents learn from hardened criminals — and become more dangerous criminals themselves.
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Planet Money
Should Gun Owners Have To Buy Liability Insurance?
January 31, 2013 Most states require car owners to have liability insurance to cover damages their vehicles cause to others; some economists think we should require the same of gun owners.
Business
Boeing Contract Offer Could Prompt Engineers Strike
January 31, 2013 KPLUBoeing is scrambling to figure out why two batteries malfunctioned on its 787, causing officials to ground the airplane this month. And at a time when Boeing most needs its skilled engineers, they're weighing a possible strike. Union leaders are considering the company's final contract offer Thursday.
