We say "So long!" to Kristi Noem and Benetti plays ball by NPR

This week, Luke Burbank, Negin Farsad, and Hari Kondabolu offer Kristi Noem some parting words and we quiz the new voice of Sunday Night Baseball, Jason Benetti, on his knowledge of confe…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 3:00am on March 7, 2026☆⚑

Delroy Lindo is claiming victory by NPR

Delroy Lindo is Oscar-nominated for his role as Delta Slim in Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners.' In a wide-ranging conversation with co-host Tonya Mosley, he talks about preparing for the role, growi…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 1:37pm on March 5, 2026☆⚑

HTDE: The Breakfast Rule by NPR

This week: How the Wait, Wait team decides what jokes are too inappropriate for the airwaves. Plus Mike and Ian help a caller with a personal grammar problem.Featuring author Keith …

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 2:00pm on March 4, 2026☆⚑

We tackle the SOTU and Olympian Lilly King talks trash by NPR

This week, we're live in Bloomington, Indiana with Olympic champion Lilly King and panelists Alonzo Bodden, Josh Gondelman, and Faith SalieTo manage podcast ad preferences, review the links …

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 4:00am on February 28, 2026☆⚑

Stellan Skarsgård doesn't believe in bad guys by NPR

Aside from the evil Baron Harkonnen in 'Dune,' actor Stellan SkarsgÃ¥rd doesn't really believe in bad guys. He looks for nuance in every role. He's Oscar-nominated for his performance in '…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 2:59pm on February 25, 2026☆⚑

Kate Hudson by NPR

Kate Hudson has had a hugely successful career as an actor and entrepreneur, but knew she'd always regret it if she didn't try her hand at music. Finally in 2024 she released her debut album…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 3:11pm on February 23, 2026☆⚑

Best Of: The life and legacy of Fela Kuti / Michael Pollan on consciousness by NPR

The Nigerian musician Fela Kuti used his music in the '70s as a weapon against colonial values and his country's brutal dictatorship. The danceable music and political lyrics inspired a yout…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 7:00am on February 21, 2026☆⚑

We hold our own Olympic Games with our favorite guests by NPR

This week, we give out our own Olympic gold medals to some of our favorite guests and segments of the past year, with Roy Choi, Cynthia Nixon, Ally the Piper, and more!Learn more about spons…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 4:05am on February 21, 2026☆⚑

Remembering actor Robert Duvall & filmmaker Frederick Wiseman by NPR

The great actor Robert Duvall made his mark starring in epic movies and intimate dramas including 'The Godfather,' 'Tender Mercies,' 'The Great Santini,' and, of course, 'Apocalypse Now.' He…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:35pm on February 20, 2026☆⚑

HTDE: Curling Stones and Halfpipe Lines by NPR

More behind the scenes at the Milan Cortina Olympics with unsung heroes of the Winter Games. Mike and Ian talk with a curling legend, find out where those big stones come from and meet a guy…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 3:00am on February 18, 2026☆⚑

Our panel heads to Milan and Arden Cho hunts demons by NPR

This week, KPop Demon Hunters' Arden Cho joins us to talk about Rumi, the World Series of Poker, and how NOT to behave when you're about to propose. Plus, the Tom Papa, Paula Poundstone, and…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 4:00am on February 14, 2026☆⚑

Fela Kuti and the music of political resistance by NPR

Considered the father of Afrobeat, Nigerian musician Fela Kuti used his music in the 1970s to combat colonial values and brutal dictatorship. Former Radiolab host Jad Abumrad tells his story…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 1:45pm on February 12, 2026☆⚑

HTDE: Forks and Ice Masters by NPR

This week: Mike and Ian talk with an Olympic Ice Master, help a listener who keeps meeting people with their same name, and get to the bottom of a mysterious survey glitch. You can email you…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 3:00am on February 11, 2026☆⚑

Librarian Mychal Threets talks rebooting Reading Rainbow and our panel eats goo by NPR

This week, we're joined by Mychal Threets, the world's most popular librarian, who talks about Library Joy and rebooting Reading Rainbow. Plus, panelists Tom Bodett, Josh Gondelman, and Tig …

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 4:00am on February 7, 2026☆⚑

Following independent journalists fighting for free press in Russia by NPR

Julia Loktev's acclaimed documentary, 'My Undesirable Friends,' follows young Russian journalists in the months before and after Putin's invasion of Ukraine " and the impossible choices they…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 1:42pm on February 5, 2026☆⚑

HTDE: Torches and Ski Jumps by NPR

Mike and Ian are back, just in time for the opening ceremony at the Winter Olympic Games in Milan/Cortina. Olympians and Starfleet Captains share how to carry the torch, fly through the air,…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 3:00am on February 4, 2026☆⚑

Ethan Hawke by NPR

"Every now and then you bump up against a part that presses you to the wall of your ability," Hawke says of playing lyricist Lorenz Hart in 'Blue Moon.' He's nominated for an Oscar for his p…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 1:41pm on February 2, 2026☆⚑

"Wicked" director Jon M. Chu talks Elphaba-branded Swiffers and we preview "Melania" by NPR

"Wicked" director Jon M. Chu talks Elphaba-branded Swiffers and panelists Negin Farsad, Peter Grosz, and Annie Rauwerda preview "Melania: A Documentary"Learn more about sponsor message choic…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 4:05am on January 31, 2026☆⚑

Best Of: Novelists Liz Moore & Julian Barnes by NPR

Liz Moore's bestselling book, 'Long Bright River,' was set in a troubled Philadelphia neighborhood where she'd worked on a photo essay. "My own family has a long history of addiction. I was …

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:10am on January 31, 2026☆⚑

Guillermo Del Toro would 'rather die' than use generative AI by NPR

When Oscar-winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro was a kid growing up in Guadalajara, Mexico, he would draw monsters all day. His deeply Catholic grandmother even had him exorcised because of…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 1:58pm on January 30, 2026☆⚑

WWDTM: Kevin O'Leary by NPR

This week, special guest Kevin O'Leary joins panelists Adam Burke, Shantira Jackson, and Mo RoccaLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 4:00am on January 24, 2026☆⚑

Best Of: Writers Rachel Eliza Griffiths & Quiara Alegría Hudes by NPR

When writer Rachel Eliza Griffiths married Salman Rushdie in 2021, she expected her wedding  day to be joyful. But the joy was invaded by tragedy, when she got the news her best friend ha…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:10am on January 24, 2026☆⚑

A Mel Brooks Appreciation! by NPR

He's the subject of a new two-part HBO documentary by Judd Apatow and Michael Bonfiglio called 'Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!' It looks at his origins in Brooklyn, his service in WWII,…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:15pm on January 23, 2026☆⚑

Writer Quiara Alegría Hudes On 'White Hot' Rage by NPR

The Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright has written a debut novel that asks a provocative question: What if a woman claimed the right to a spiritual quest like men have done for centuries in l…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 4:05pm on January 22, 2026☆⚑

WWDTM: Kali Reis by NPR

This week, special guest Kali Reis joins panelists Rachel Coster, Hari Kondabolu, and Luke BurbankLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 4:00am on January 17, 2026☆⚑