Past Intern Editions

By NPR intern Stephannie Stokes. End music from film "The Intern," released in 2000.

The Sorrow And The Pity Of An Unpaid Intern

Rep. Pete Stark is the only open atheist in Congress. But that doesn’t mean he is alone in his convictions.  There are 26 congressional members who are keeping their atheist identities secret. 

Reported by Amber Kiwan. Produced by Alexandra Dukakis. Audio edited by Dan Raby.

Atheist Leaders Hope One Congressman's Godlessness Will Inspire Others To Admit Theirs

Educators are always talking about “critical thinking,” but how do you teach it? One school near D.C. thinks it has found a recipe for success in its unique “Humane Letters” class, which combines Socratic discussion with the close reading of classic texts. 

Reported by Josef Kuhn, produced by Natalie Jones, audio edited by Dan Raby.

High School Humanities Get a Facelift in Virginia

For more than a thousand years, Chinese artists have channeled their creative energy into images of birds and flowers. The careful brushstrokes and soft colors have now endured a metamorphosis in contemporary artist Lawrence Yun’s new series, Hybrid Romance. 

Reported and produced by Helen Zhao.

Hybrid Romance: The Metamorphosis of Chinese Birds-and-Flowers

After two years, D.C. residents are closer than ever to being able to purchase marijuana legally for medical purposes. However, there are some who are not too excited about their new neighbors' line of work. The new war over marijuana goes beyond just morality – instead, it unearths questions about safety and community development. 

Reported by Samuel Collins. Produced by Xavier Lacombe and Lauren Benichou.

Medical Marijuana Meets Mixed Reaction in D.C.

This ‘living museum’ in North Carolina was created from the remnants of a former thrift store, and their collection of seemingly invaluable items are now infused with artistic purpose – but not one of them is for sale.

Reported and produced by Jenna Strucko, audio engineered by Ja'anai Delaney.

Elsewhere: An Alternate Universe Of Value

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