Michel Martin appears in the following:
U.S. Acknowledges Mosul Airstrikes That Residents Say Killed More Than 100 Civilians
Sunday, March 26, 2017
Loveday Morris, Washington Post Baghdad bureau chief, says if confirmed, the deadly airstrike marks the most civilian causalities since the U.S. began fighting ISIS in 2014.
Words You'll Hear: Freedom Caucus' Role In Health Care Bill Withdrawal
Sunday, March 26, 2017
We look at the House Freedom Caucus, a key Republican faction that opposed the American Health Care Act. The GOP healthcare bill was later withdrawn over lack of support.
How Much Are Colin Kaepernick's Political Views Impacting His Unsigned Status?
Sunday, March 26, 2017
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with NFL commentator Bucky Brooks about former 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick's apparent difficulties finding a new team.
If Congress Kills FCC Privacy Rules, 'Little' Would Protect Consumers From Providers
Sunday, March 26, 2017
The Senate overturned Obama-era internet privacy rules. Electronic Frontier Foundation's Jeremy Gillula says the measure would make it easier for companies to share online activity without permission.
Failed House Vote Is 'A Great Opportunity' For Republicans, Former House Leader Says
Saturday, March 25, 2017
"Now we can back up and do the things that should have been done," Republican Tom DeLay says. The former House Majority Leader discusses what the withdrawal of the AHCA means for his party's future.
DNC Chair On ACHA Withdrawal: 'It Was A Good Day For The Good Guys'
Saturday, March 25, 2017
DNC Chair Tom Perez reacts to Trump's statement that Democrats are responsible for the ACA repeal failure, which Perez calls a good moment for 24 million who were going to lose their health insurance.
Calling On Help From Public, Investigators Piece Together London Attacker's Past
Saturday, March 25, 2017
NPR reports on the latest on the attack earlier this week in London that killed five people, including the attacker, and injured at least 50.
What Does Failed Repeal Of Affordable Care Act Mean For Current Health Care Law?
Saturday, March 25, 2017
House Republicans have backed away from the American Health Care Act. Mary Agnes Carey, senior correspondent at Kaiser Health News, breaks down what this means for the current health care law
Immigrants Fear Data Collected Under DACA Could Give Government Deportation Power
Saturday, March 25, 2017
Amid mixed messages, a half-million young immigrants brought to the U.S. illegally as children are in jeopardy of losing their protected status under President Trump's administration.
Brain Tumor Defense For Jewish Center Bomb Threat Suspect Recalls 1991 Murder Trial
Saturday, March 25, 2017
Ken Davis's book, "The Brain Defense," looks at the murder trial of Herbert Weinstein, in which lawyers argued that Weinstein was not guilty of killing his wife, because he had a brain tumor.
Barbershop: ACA Repeal Failure, Russian Interference Investigation
Saturday, March 25, 2017
Political analyst Ken Rudin, Jennifer Rubin of the Washington Post's Right Turn Blog, and NPR political editor Domenico Montanaro discuss the newsy week.
In A Republican-Dominated State, Texas Democrats Share A Weekly Drink
Sunday, March 19, 2017
At the Star Bar in Austin, Texas, local, longtime Democrats Jeff Crosby, Glenn Smith, Genevieve Van Cleve and Doug Zabel gather for what they call the "Out of Power Happy Hour."
Ex-CIA Officer, Texas Rep. Will Hurd, On Russia's 'Greatest Covert Action Campaign'
Sunday, March 19, 2017
Rep. Will Hurd (R-Texas) talks about President Trump's plan to build a wall, the Congressional intelligence hearings on Monday and his recent road trip with Democratic Rep. Beto O'Rourke.
The Vatican Sends Its Social Media Guru To SXSW Festival
Sunday, March 19, 2017
Bishop Paul Tighe, the Adjunct Secretary of the Pontifical Council for Culture, was a member of the Vatican's inaugural panel at the Austin fest. He discusses the Catholic Church's social media role.
Take A Peek Under The Helmet Of Virtual Reality At SXSW
Sunday, March 19, 2017
VR was everywhere at the Austin festival. Todd Richmond, the director of advanced prototypes at the University of Southern California Institute for Creative Technologies breaks down the hype.
FAARROW Joins SXSW Bands In Drawing Attention To Travel Ban
Sunday, March 19, 2017
Somali sisters Siham and Iman Hashi come together to make the pop music group FAARROW. The girls escaped their home country, while it was being torn apart by civil war.
For Brisket Aficionados, Austin's Franklin BBQ Is A Must in Texas
Saturday, March 18, 2017
You can't go to Texas without trying the barbecue. Franklin BBQ is one of the most famous barbecue spots in Austin, where the typical wait in line can last five hours and seems to never die down.
South By Southwest Adds A 'Super Bowl' To Austin's Economy Each Year
Saturday, March 18, 2017
Austin mayor Steve Adler talks about the ways in which the South by Southwest music festival and conference has transformed throughout the years, along with the city.
Former Secret Service Agent Says Recent Errors Are 'Systemic Failure'
Saturday, March 18, 2017
Former Secret Service agent Dan Bongino once guarded presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama. He speaks about the latest breaches in White House security.
A Conversation About Who Needs College And Why
Saturday, March 11, 2017
In this installation of "Going There With Michel Martin," Martin asks a panel whether people still need college.