
All Things Considered
Weekdays from 4-6:00pm
In-depth reporting and transformed the way listeners understand current events and view the world. Every weekday, hear two hours of breaking news mixed with compelling analysis, insightful commentaries, interviews, and special - sometimes quirky - features.

100 years after evolution went on trial, the Scopes case still reverberates
by Nell Greenfieldboyce
One hundred years ago, the small town of Dayton, Tenn., became the unlikely stage for one of the most sensational trials in American history, over the teaching of Darwin's theory of evolution.
How Trump's effort to move a federal office out of D.C. went in his 1st term
President Trump set an April 14 deadline for federal agency reorganization plans, suggesting relocating offices out of D.C. to save money. But an agency move to Colorado in Trump's first term failed.
How federal cuts are affecting school lunches at one Louisiana school
A program that brings farm fresh foods to schools in Louisiana was cut by the Trump administration. Now some local lawmakers are pushing to get it back.
Throughline: The birth of the modern federal civil service
by Rund Abdelfatah
The hosts of the Throughline podcast bring us the story of how a presidential assassination gave rise to the modern federal civil service.
Colorado's rape kit backlog is a barrier to investigations and arrests
A nationwide backlog in rape kit testing was largely solved in 2018. But Colorado has fallen behind again due to a corrupt investigator. Progress to catch up will be slow.
Trump criticizes Putin after Russia launches massive attack on Ukraine
by Charles Maynes
President Trump rebuked Vladimir Putin after Russia launched some of the biggest air attacks against Ukraine since its invasion more than three years ago. Then the Kremlin replied.
Mass displacement in Gaza as Israel increases airstrikes
by Daniel Estrin
Palestinians have been massively displaced from areas of Gaza under a new Israeli military effort. Many have ended up in Gaza City where families are pitching tents near a once-picturesque seaport.
Tariffs throw a wrench in Worcester's manufacturing growth
President Trump wants to bring manufacturing back to the U.S. We visit Worchester, Massachusetts, which once made things like wire and paper, to see how manufacturing there has changed.
How LED lights can help birds avoid fatal run-ins with windows
Shining ultraviolet lights on windows can substantially decrease the number of birds that fly into them and die, new research at Utah State University shows.
What's coming in theaters this summer
by Bob Mondello
A selective peek at the attractions Hollywood has in store between now and Labor Day.
Pope Leo XIV's time in Peru offers a glimpse into his immigration views
by Manuel Rueda
Pope Leo XIV's time as bishop in a small Peruvian city offers the clearest glimpse into his views on immigration.
Worried about disaster preparedness? Life Kit has tips on how to start a 'go bag'
by Andee Tagle
As climate emergencies like wildfires and hurricanes become more prevalent, it's important to have essentials like food and medicine on hand and ready to go in case you need to evacuate.