Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!
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- We ghost some tech bros with David Byrne
This episode of NPR's 'Wait, Wait, Don't Tell Me!' features host Peter Sagal and judge Alzo Slade with panelists Alonzo Bodden, Rachel Coster, and Rob Anderson. They engage in their signature news quiz format, posing humorous questions based on recent headlines. Topics range from dating challenges for tech professionals and political hearings to unusual fashion trends, innovative parking garages, and the controversial idea of paying babysitters only when children are awake. The show also includes a segment with musician David Byrne discussing his immersive theater experience and concludes with a listener limerick challenge and final scores.
- A surprise snow day for the White House press corps
Wait Wait Don't Tell Me! airs live from Omaha, Nebraska, with host Peter Sagal and judge Al Z. Slade. The show features news quiz segments, listener games, and interviews. This episode includes a discussion on the George Lucas Museum, a ban on journalists at White House briefings, and trends in cat ownership. Contestants John from Syracuse and Jane from Baltimore participate in the listener game. The panel includes Dulcé Sloan, Josh Gondelman, and Faith Salie. John Cook, former coach of the Nebraska Cornhuskers volleyball team, is interviewed about a record-breaking attendance event. The show concludes with a 'Fill in the Blanks' game and final scores, with Faith Salie winning.
- We fold our phones and get roasted by Leslie Jones
This episode of NPR's 'Wait, Wait, Don't Tell Me!' features a lively news quiz with contestant Dudley, covering topics from foldable phones and political incentives to dash cams and unusual social trends. Panelists Negine Farsad, Peter Gross, and Leslie Jones provide humorous commentary. The 'Not My Job' segment features Leslie Jones answering questions outside her usual domain. The show also includes segments on banana-related news, a peculiar trend of baby boomers moving back in with parents, and a discussion on the effectiveness of mind over matter for mosquito bites.
- Trade wars, what are they good for?
This episode of 'Wait, Wait, Don't Tell Me!' features host Alzo Slade and Peter Sagal, with panelists Tig Notaro, Joelle Nicole Johnson, and Peter Gross. The show includes a tribute to Dolly Parton, news quiz segments with listener participation, and games like 'Not My Job' and 'Fill in the Blank.' Topics range from US-Canada trade wars and Amazon drone delivery to the nutritional value of lettuce and unusual animal friendships. The episode highlights current events with humor and wit, engaging both the panelists and the audience.
- The Wait Wait 2026 summer spectacular, part 2!
This episode of 'Wait Wait Don't Tell Me!' features a lively news quiz with guests Ken Jennings, Olivia Munn, and Father James Martin. The show revisits past segments, including interviews about Jeopardy!, the challenges of hosting, and the unique aspects of celebrity editions. Jennings discusses his own Jeopardy! experience and the training involved for hosts. Munn shares her career path from journalism to acting, and Father Martin reflects on faith and media. The episode also includes quiz segments on HNR Block, stadium concessions, and pop culture, interspersed with humorous anecdotes and reflections on their respective fields.
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