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NPR's Scott Simon praises the humble bagel as an American cultural icon.

Amy Ray and Emily Saliers have been offering life lessons to their fervent fans for nearly four decades; here, they play a set of stone-cold classics, including "Closer to Fine."

Family dynamics are shaped by identity, mental health and more. Andrew Solomon explores the lives of dozens of families — and challenges the concept of what an "ideal" family looks like.

The cult-beloved Philly singer-songwriter plays a handful of stripped-down songs from across his vast discography, including songs from this year's God Save The Animals.

The Compton poet's vulnerable music required minimal adjustment to fit into our space.

It's impossible to tell the history of Black people in America without the gospel, and Tamela Mann represented at NPR headquarters.

The cast and musicians of The Lion King on Broadway spent their day off behind the Tiny Desk to celebrate the show's 25th anniversary.

Duke Energy has named Kendal Bowman as president of its North Carolina operations. Bowman takes over on Jan. 1 from state President Stephen De May, who is retiring after 33 years.

One of the most sought after producers in music brings a trio of familiar voices to the Tiny Desk.

Mark performed songs from her transcendent debut album, Three Dimensions Deep, at the 9:30 Club in Washington, D.C., as part of NPR Music's 15th anniversary celebration.

Watch the pianist, who's been called "a performer of near-superhuman prowess," play a smart set that spans six centuries.

CEO Mark Zuckerberg told investors the social media company is restructuring for "efficiency" and plans to become more "nimble." The company's stock surged.

The prospect of a neurological condition like Alzheimer's or ALS can be terrifying. But these illnesses affect us all. Neuroscientist and novelist Lisa Genova asks us to confront that reality head-on.

The New Zealand band writes sparkling indie pop underpinned by empathy. At the Tiny Desk, you can hear that support and camaraderie in the band's stripped-down arrangements and dry banter.

The singer-songwriter has impressed us with her Tiny Desk Contest entries over the last few years; at the Desk, she brought confidence, a sense of belonging and a brilliant set of songs.

The drummer, singer and producer gives a virtuosic display of musicianship, lyricism and artistic innovation at the Tiny Desk.

Sánchez observes the world with a drummer's sensibilities. Here, he and his pals in Bad Hombre explore the rhythm of language in a set of tracks from Sánchez's latest album.

The duo performs a set of dark yet hopeful songs filled with haunting harmonies and unique rhythms.

The Oscar-nominee's work also includes One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, Grease, and The Conversation.

With her self-assuredness on full display, King Princess performs three stripped-down songs that mix love, lust and playful self-deprecation.