Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!NPRWe fold our phones and get roasted by Leslie Jones
In short
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.
Key takeaways
- Apple has unveiled a new $2,000 foldable iPhone, sparking discussions about its practicality and potential uses.
- Donald Trump proposed a $5,000 incentive for Americans to vote Republican, raising questions about the financial implications.
- The increasing use of dash cams is a concern, as it may encourage reckless driving for viral content.
- A surprising trend shows baby boomers moving back in with their elderly parents, driven by financial and social factors.
- New research suggests that focusing the mind on something other than an itchy mosquito bite can help reduce the sensation and promote faster healing.
Chapters
Introduction and Welcome
The show 'Wait, Wait, Don't Tell Me!' from NPR and WBEZ Chicago opens with host Peter Sagal introducing the panel and the game, setting an energetic tone.
Back to School and Parental Relief
Peter Sagal humorously acknowledges the end of summer and the return to school, offering congratulations to parents and suggesting they can now resume 'day drinking'.
Contestant Introduction: Dudley
The first contestant, Dudley from Nashville, Tennessee, is introduced. He works as a research fellow studying autoimmune responses and Type 1 diabetes.
News Quiz: Foldable Phones
The first news quiz question focuses on a new foldable phone unveiled by Apple. The panel discusses the practicality and potential uses of such a device.
News Quiz: Republican Incentives
The second question concerns a new incentive offered by Donald Trump for Republicans to vote. The discussion touches on the proposed $5,000 per American and the potential cost.
News Quiz: Dash Cams
The third news quiz segment discusses the increasing popularity of dash cams and the concern that they might encourage reckless driving for viral content.
News Quiz: Baby Boomers Moving Home
The panel discusses a surprising trend where baby boomers are moving back in with their elderly parents, exploring the financial and social implications.
News Quiz: Banana-Themed News
Several news stories involving bananas are presented, including a man robbing a bank with a banana, monkeys making banana bread, and a scientist engineering a slippery banana peel.
Panelist Game: Not My Job
Comedian Leslie Jones is introduced for the 'Not My Job' segment, where she will answer questions about a topic outside her usual expertise.
Not My Job: Haunted Houses
Leslie Jones answers questions about haunted houses, including a Disney attraction, a 'Naked and Scared' challenge, and a bizarre incident in Japan involving a haunted house employee.
Not My Job: New Products
Leslie Jones answers questions about new product launches, specifically focusing on a foldable phone and a 'live rewind' feature on Apple Watches.
Not My Job: Social Trends
Leslie Jones answers questions about social trends, including the phenomenon of friends not paying back money after splitting bills and the increasing use of dash cams.
Not My Job: Animal News
Leslie Jones answers questions about animal-related news, including a story about monkeys making banana bread and a scientist engineering a slippery banana peel.
Final Scores and Wrap-up
The show concludes with the final scores announced, thanking the contestants and panelists, and bidding farewell to the audience.
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