Ailsa Chang appears in the following:
Dev Patel Conquers 'The Green Knight' And Embraces Every Role As A Journey
Friday, July 30, 2021
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Dev Patel, who plays aspiring knight Gaiwan in the new movie, The Green Knight, based on one of the most famous Arthurian legends.
To Mask Or Not To Mask: A Georgetown University Doctor Weighs In
Friday, July 30, 2021
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Dr. Ranit Mishori of Georgetown University about the CDC's confusing messaging around wearing masks (spoiler alert: we should probably never have stopped masking indoors).
With The Delta Variant Thriving, CDC Reverses Mask Guidance
Friday, July 30, 2021
As more become known about the highly contagious delta variant, new guidance calls for changes to masking policy for schools and with vaccinated people.
Dr. Anthony Fauci Talks About 'Alarming' New Data On Breakthrough Infections
Friday, July 30, 2021
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with NIAID Director Dr. Anthony Fauci about the new CDC data on breakthrough infections and updated mask guidance.
Given The Choice Between Prison Life And Fighting Wildfires, These Women Chose Fire
Friday, July 30, 2021
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with writer Jaime Lowe about her new book, Breathing Fire, which tells the stories of the incarcerated women who are part of California's wildfire crews.
Want To Drink Inside? San Francisco Bars Require Proof Of Vaccine Or Negative Test
Thursday, July 29, 2021
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Ben Bleiman, president of the SF Bar Owner Alliance, on local bars allowing only vaccinated patrons to drink inside.
Investigation Lays Out Plot To Kidnap Michigan's Governor
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Buzzfeed reporters Jessica Garrison and Ken Bensinger about the militia group that tried to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer from the state capitol building.
What A Sports Psychologist Has To Say About The Olympics
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with sports psychologist Dr. Mark Aoyagi about the way athletes deal with psychological pressure at the Olympics.
The End Of An Aardvark's Era
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
With the news that the show Arthur will cease after its 25th and final season which debuts in the winter of 2022, NPR has this farewell to PBS' favorite aardvark.
In Committee Hearing, U.S. Capitol Police Sergeant Recalled His Fear During The Riot
Tuesday, July 27, 2021
The first House select committee hearing began to investigate who was behind the Jan. 6 insurrection and what role former President Trump may have played as his supporters stormed the Capitol.
Players React To The NFL's New Vaccine Policy
Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Last week, the NFL announcing penalties for unvaccinated players next season. NPR's Ailsa Chang talked to Defector reporter Kalyn Kahler about how the policy works and what's at stakes for players.
The Search Surfside Is Over, But The Grieving Process Continues For Many Involved
Tuesday, July 27, 2021
The last of 98 victims of the condominium collapse in Surfside, Fla., has been identified after a long rescue effort. NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with grief counselor Heather Winters about what's next.
As The House Investigation Kicks Off, A Look Back At How The Capitol Riot Unfolded
Tuesday, July 27, 2021
The House Select Committee investigating the Capitol insurrection held its first hearing Tuesday. We look back on how that day unfolded.
Author Talks About The History Of Black Equestrian Erasure
Monday, July 26, 2021
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Katherine Mooney, author of the book Race Horse Men: How Slavery and Freedom Were Made at the Racetrack, about the erasure of African-Americans in the equestrian world.
Record-Breaking Heat Has Led To Widespread Power Outages In The Middle East
Monday, July 26, 2021
Throughout the Middle East, extreme heat is leading to increased demand for energy, which is leading to widespread power and water outages affecting millions. Protesters are demanding these services.
The Ubiquitous, Confounding, Misunderstood 5 Stages Of Grief
Friday, July 23, 2021
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Radiolab producer Rachael Cusick about her search for Elizabeth Kübler-Ross, the psychiatrist behind the five stages of grief.
Drastic Drop In Life Expectancy Is Far Steeper For Black And Latino Populations
Friday, July 23, 2021
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Dr. Alicia Fernandez of UC San Francisco about new figures showing a steeper decline in life expectancy for Black and Latino populations, driven largely by the pandemic.
Oh Flock... Clever Cockatoos Are More Culturally Complex Than We Thought
Thursday, July 22, 2021
Cockatoos in Sydney have become expert trash bin burglars. Scientists say birds in different neighborhoods have taught each other different techniques to open the bins, a sign of cultural complexity.
How The Pegasus Spyware Worked
Thursday, July 22, 2021
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Washington Post reporter Drew Harwell about the investigation into how spyware infected the devices of international government officials, activists and journalists.
After A Long Wait, Peru Has A New President-Elect
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Peruvian journalist Gustavo Gorriti about the outcome of the recent presidential elections and what it means for the country's future.