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Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!

Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!

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Summary
NPR's weekly news quiz hosted by Peter Sagal. Have a laugh and test your knowledge with today's funniest comedians and a celebrity guest.

Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org. You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, and Wait Wait's perks include bonus episodes, the chance to be a contestant in those bonus episodes(!), and sponsor-free listening.Copyright 2014-2026 NPR - For Personal Use Only
Episodes
  • We tempt Brendan Hunt with a honeypot
    Nov 14 2026
    This week, Brendan Hunt, Ted Lasso’s Coach Beard, joins us to talk about The Beatles, his earliest roles, and his secret connection to Ray Charles. Plus, panelists Adam Burke, Shane O’Neill, and Paula Poundstone dive into the Nvidia scandal.

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    48 mins
  • We learn The Lowdown Hoedown with Sterlin Harjo
    Nov 7 2026
    This week, Sterlin Harjo, creator of "Reservation Dogs" and "The Lowdown” explains why he could take us in a fight, and panelists Brain Babylon, Adam Felber, and Joyelle Nicole Johnson ride the Blue Wave.
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    47 mins
  • We take John Turturro to the Cheesecake Factory
    Oct 31 2026
    This week, legendary actor John Turturro shows off his Christopher Walken impression and panelists Hari Kondabolu, Paula Poundstone, and Faith Salie talk Cheesecake Factory and learning to love a man made of wicker.

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    47 mins
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