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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 3:00am on September 18, 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 Ball…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 1:42pm on September 14, 2024

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 3:00am on September 14, 2024

Taylor Tomlinson Is Ready To Joke About Her Bipolar II. Mostly. by NPR

The After Midnight host was initially unsure about sharing her bipolar II diagnosis on-stage. But, she tells co-host Tonya Mosley, "I got such amazing feedback from people who had been strug…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 3:50pm on September 9, 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 3:00am on September 7, 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 2:02pm on September 4, 2024

Film Icons: Spike Lee / Samuel L. Jackson by NPR

To wrap up our series, we're closing with director Spike Lee and actor Samuel L. Jackson. Lee spoke with Terry Gross in 2017 about growing up in Brooklyn and his acting and directorial debut…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 3:00am on September 2, 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 3:00am on August 31, 2024

Chappell Roan and celebrity hazing; plus, MrBeast's entertainment charity by Brittany Luse

After Chappell Roan posted about how some fans have been making her feel unsafe, there's been speculation around whether the singer is really 'cut out to be a pop star.' But are the critique…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 8:32am on August 30, 2024

How To Do Everything is BACK! by NPR

Peter Sagal's wife's favorite podcast is back. On each episode of How To Do Everything, underqualified hosts Mike Danforth and Ian Chillag find overqualified experts to answer all your life …

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 6:48am on August 27, 2024

How Chicago's comedians are adapting to the changing political landscape by Scott Simon

NPR's Scott Simon visits The Second City Theater in Chicago to talk with comedians about the challenges of improv.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:18pm on August 24, 2024

WWDTM: Diane Lane by NPR

This week, Emmy-nominee Diane Lane joins Dulcé Sloan, Adam Burke, and Adam Felber to talk therapy, tortoises, and Capote vs. The SwansLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoice…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 8:24am on August 24, 2024

Wait Wait DNC Dispatch #3 by NPR

Peter Sagal and producers Emma Choi and Ian Chillag take one more trip behind the scenes at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastcho…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 6:26pm on August 23, 2024

Wait Wait DNC Dispatch #2 by NPR

Your friends at Wait Wait head back to the Democratic National Convention to talk to the dignitaries and weirdos that make our country great. Featuring WWDTM host Peter Sagal, producers Emma…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:24pm on August 22, 2024

BONUS: Wait Wait DNC Dispatch #1 by NPR

Your friends at Wait Wait head over to the Democratic National Convention here in Chicago to cover whatever's left over after the real reporters take care of the actual news.Learn more about…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 6:39pm on August 20, 2024

A dark musical comedy about witches has Ukraine enthralled. Here's why by Ashley Westerman

Witches are having a moment in Ukraine. Now they have taken center stage in a dark musical comedy titled The Witch of Konotop, with performances selling out all summer in Kyiv.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 6:00am on August 18, 2024

WWDTM: The Calm Before the Storm by NPR

This week, Wait Wait starts training for the coming political season with some of our favorite guests including Hillary Rodham Clinton, Chris Pine, Natasha Lyonne, and moreLearn more about s…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 3:00am on August 17, 2024

WWDTM: Summer Break Edition! by NPR

This week, we celebrate the dog days of summer with Jason Isbell, Rachel Maddow, and more!Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 3:00am on August 10, 2024

'The Sound of Music' was filmed in Salzburg 60 years ago. Locals say, so what? by Olivia Hampton

Tourism in the Austrian city of Salzburg generates about a billion euros annually. Many of those tourists visit locations where some scenes of The Sound of Music were filmed, but many reside…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 3:52am on August 7, 2024

A new musical reimagines 'Cats' as it should be by Tracie Hunte

A new version of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical "Cats" sets it in the queer, competitive ballroom scene - and it finally makes sense.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 8:18am on August 4, 2024

WWDTM: Dr. Anthony Fauci by NPR

Dr. Anthony Fauci joins Karen Chee, Negin Farsad, and Tom Papa at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Pr…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 9:26am on August 3, 2024

Toumani Diabaté plucked the kora's 21 strings. The world fell in love with his music by Aaron Cohen

The musician died this month at age 58. His collaborators are paying tribute to "a great artist who belongs to the world."

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 9:06pm on July 29, 2024

The story of love pulled apart by slavery is being told though dance by Kristen Cabrera

The legacy of the emancipation of Jim and Winnie Shankle spans generations. The true love story among former slaves is shared in a dance performance in the Texas town the couple founded in 1…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 9:06pm on July 29, 2024

WWDTM: Kathleen Hanna by NPR

This week, punk icon and author Kathleen Hanna joins panelists Peter Grosz, Meredith Scardino, and Mo Rocca to talk about her new memoir and the SooperDooperLooperLearn more about sponsor me…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 3:00am on July 27, 2024

Best Of: 'Wicked' Director Jon M. Chu / Stunt Performer-Turned-Filmmaker David Leitch by NPR

Jon M. Chu, the director of Crazy Rich Asians and In the Heights is now directing the film adaptation of the broadway musical Wicked. We'll talk about making movies, and being raised by immi…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 3:00am on July 27, 2024
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