Saturday, November 16, 2024

WWDTM: Governor Whitmer by NPR

This week, we're live in Detroit with Governor Whitmer and panelists Josh Gondelman, Hari Kondabolu, and Roxanne RobertsLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:00AM
Wednesday, November 13, 2024

HTDE: Yes We Pecan, with Martha Stewart by NPR

Two roommates disagree about how to pronounce "pecan," so Mike and Ian call up Martha Stewart–and others–to help. Plus, an Italian town in the shadow of the Alps spent three months of th…

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With "Wicked," director Jon M. Chu writes his own story

Wicked – the 20-year-old – smash hit on Broadway turns the story of the "Wizard of Oz" on its head. Now, the story of Elfaba the Wicked Witch of the West, Glinda the Good Witch, and the …

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Saturday, November 9, 2024

WWDTM: Tara Dower by NPR

This week, record-breaking ultrarunner Tara Dower talks speed-hiking the Appalachian Trail with Negin Farsad, Faith Salie, and Peter GroszLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastcho…

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Thursday, November 7, 2024

Broadway theaters will dim their marquee lights tonight in honor of Dame Maggie Smith by Bob Mondello

Broadway theaters will dim their marquee lights on Nov. 7 in honor of Dame Maggie Smith, who died in September. Smith began her acting career on stage and took theater roles well into her 80…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 10:24PM
Monday, November 4, 2024

John Leguizamo saw his parents hustle for the American dream. It informed his new play by Elizabeth Blair

In his new play The Other Americans, John Leguizamo plays a Colombian American laundromat owner whose son is released from a mental wellness facility after suffering a trauma.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 09:12PM
Saturday, November 2, 2024

Many sports fans really miss paper tickets. Now, teams are tapping into that demand by Rafael Nam

There's one thing that many sports and music fans miss in this digital age: the physical, paper tickets of the recent past. And now, they are making a bit of a comeback.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 08:12AM

James Adomian

James Adomian is a comedian with a foot in two worlds. He's a stand-up comedian and impressionist who's performed on the Late Late Show, Conan, Jimmy Kimmel Live and many more. He's got a br…

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WWDTM: Brian Jordan Alvarez by NPR

This week, Brain Jordan Alvarez, the creator and star of English Teacher, plays our game with Brian Babylon, Luke Burbank, and Emmy BlotnickLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastc…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 08:06AM
Wednesday, October 30, 2024

HTDE: Josh Gad defeats earworms, and we make a pitch to Pete Buttigieg by NPR

This week on the show, when a mother can't get her four-year-old's favorite song out of her head, Mike and Ian call up Broadway's beloved Josh Gad to help. Plus, Ian has a formal request for…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:00AM
Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Teri Garr, actor, comedian and multiple sclerosis ambassador, dies at 79 by Tanya Ballard Brown

Garr's breakout role was as sexy Inga in Young Frankenstein. She earned an Oscar nomination for her role in the 1982 film Tootsie, and played Phoebe's mom on the sitcom Friends.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 07:02PM
Sunday, October 27, 2024

How to buy cheap(er) Broadway tickets by Jennifer Vanasco

Coming to New York City for the holidays? Let us help you see a show — without spending your life savings.

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Saturday, October 26, 2024

WWDTM: Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe by NPR

This week, sports power couple Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe talk about their podcast, who's more competitive, and where they keep their medalsLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastc…

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Monday, October 21, 2024

Like bike sharing and scooter sharing, you can now share umbrellas in some cities by Jeff Lunden

To the list of bike sharing, car sharing, and house sharing, you can now add umbrella-sharing. New York is among the world cities where you might find a kiosk that allows you to rent an umbr…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 10:31PM
Saturday, October 19, 2024

WWDTM: Instant Nostalgia Edition by NPR

This week, we get nostalgic for...uh...earlier this year with some of our favorite guests!Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

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Thursday, October 17, 2024

Ukrainian ballet dancers tour the U.S. — and bring attention to the war back home by Elizabeth Blair

The National Ballet of Ukraine's dancers aim to show that their culture lives on, despite Russian attacks on their country. Ukraine's ambassador to the U.S. calls the company a "symbol of re…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 08:06AM
Wednesday, October 16, 2024

HTDE: Maury Povich and Sleeping Between the Pretties by NPR

This week on How To Do Everything, Wait, Wait producers Mike and Ian recruit television icon Maury Povich to help a listener reveal some hard truths, and we create some helpful (and unhelpfu…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 05:52AM
Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Sasha Colby takes us to Drag college by Corey Antonio Rose

Sasha Colby is your favorite drag queen's favorite drag queen. That's because she's one of the most decorated and influential drag queens working today - she's Chappell Roan's inspiration, a…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 07:48PM
Saturday, October 12, 2024

WWDTM: Eric Idle by NPR

This week, comedy legend Eric Idle joins panelists Eugene Cordero, Negin Farsad, and Shane O'NeillLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:00AM
Saturday, October 5, 2024

WWDTM: Kara Jackson by NPR

This week, acclaimed songwriter and poet Kara Jackson joins panelists Alzo Slade, Scaachi Koul, and Joyelle Nicole Johnson.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoi…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:00AM
Wednesday, October 2, 2024

A beloved music producer is dying. His clients came to his home for a farewell concert by Tom Vitale

Adam Abeshouse was diagnosed with bile duct cancer last spring. His star classical music clients, including Joshua Bell, Simone Dinnerstein, Jeremy Denk, and Lara Downes, wanted to say goodb…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 08:42PM

HTDE: Peter Sagal the Sausage by NPR

This week, Mike and Ian recruit Peter Sagal to help a caller who's curious about mascot races – with the help of a talking sausage. A police inspector in Finland reveals his creative hack …

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Sunday, September 29, 2024

Should you vote your feelings? A traveling play helps audiences think that through by Neda Ulaby

An acclaimed Edinburgh Fringe show encourages the audience to think about why they're voting the way they do.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 01:12PM
Saturday, September 28, 2024

WWDTM: Dionne Warwick by NPR

This week, we're live in Kansas City with guest Dionne Warwick and panelists Paula Poundstone, Shantira Jackson, and Josh GondelmanLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.co…

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Saturday, September 21, 2024

WWTDM: Gary Oldman by NPR

This week, Gary Oldman joins us to talk Slow Horses, the Emmy Awards, and the fine art of flatulence with Karen Chee, Brain Babylon, and Peter Grosz.Learn more about sponsor message choices:…

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Wednesday, September 18, 2024

HTDE: Tom Hanks, Hot Dogs and Chimp Butts by NPR

Wait, Wait...Don't Tell Me! producers Mike Danforth and Ian Chillag are back with another episode of How To Do Everything. Today, the great Tom Hanks teaches us the art of being adored, and …

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:00AM
Saturday, September 14, 2024

Pioneering ballerina Michaela DePrince dies at 29 by Clare Marie Schneider

DePrince, born in Sierra Leone, lost both her parents during the country’s civil war. She became the youngest principal dancer at the Dance Theatre of Harlem and later joined the Boston Ba…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 01:42PM

WWDTM: Jay Pharoah by NPR

This week, comedian and impressionist Jay Pharoah joins panelists Adam Burke, Negin Farsad, and Roxanne Roberts.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Priv…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:00AM
Saturday, September 7, 2024

WWDTM: John Leguizamo by NPR

This week, John Leguizamo joins panelists Tom Bodett, Helen Hong, and Hari Kondabolu to talk about sloths, moms, and Bob the BuilderLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.c…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:00AM
Wednesday, September 4, 2024

HTDE: Haircuts in Space, Tutus, and the Nasal Ranger by NPR

Wait, Wait...Don't Tell Me! producers Mike and Ian are back with their podcast How To Do Everything. On their first episode: how to cut your hair in space, how to clean your tutu, and how to…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 02:02PM
Saturday, August 31, 2024

WWDTM: Nate Berkus by NPR

We're live in Minnesota with hometown hero Nate Berkus, who joins Joyelle Nicole Johnson, Bobcat Goldthwat, and Josh Gondelman to play our game.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podc…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:00AM

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2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic