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Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!

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.

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Episodes

HTDE: Josh Gad defeats earworms, and we make a pitch to Pete Buttigieg

This week on the show, when a mother can't get her four-year-old's favorite song out of her head, Mike and Ian call up Broadway's beloved Josh Gad to help. Plus, Ian has a formal request for the Secretary of Transportation, and the guys find a tip to quell those pesky election mailers. You can email your burning questions to [email protected] . How To Do Everything won't live in this feed forever. If you like what you hear, scoot on over to their very own feed and give them a follow. Both How To Do ...

Oct 30, 202422 min

WWDTM: Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe

This week, sports power couple Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe talk about their podcast, who's more competitive, and where they keep their medals Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Oct 26, 202447 min

WWDTM: Instant Nostalgia Edition

This week, we get nostalgic for...uh...earlier this year with some of our favorite guests! Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Oct 19, 202447 min

HTDE: Maury Povich and Sleeping Between the Pretties

This week on How To Do Everything , Wait, Wait producers Mike and Ian recruit television icon Maury Povich to help a listener reveal some hard truths, and we create some helpful (and unhelpful) reminders for when you should replace your household items. Plus, when a married couple calls in with a 29-year-old feud, the guys recruit some royal help. You can email your burning questions to [email protected] . How To Do Everything won't live in this feed forever. If you like what you hear, scoot on over...

Oct 16, 202423 min

WWDTM: Eric Idle

This week, comedy legend Eric Idle joins panelists Eugene Cordero, Negin Farsad, and Shane O'Neill Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Oct 12, 202448 min

WWDTM: Kara Jackson

This week, acclaimed songwriter and poet Kara Jackson joins panelists Alzo Slade, Scaachi Koul, and Joyelle Nicole Johnson. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Oct 05, 202447 min

HTDE: Peter Sagal the Sausage

This week, Mike and Ian recruit Peter Sagal to help a caller who's curious about mascot races – with the help of a talking sausage. A police inspector in Finland reveals his creative hack for keeping beaches safe. And a high school cheerleading squad saves the day. You can email your burning questions to [email protected] . How To Do Everything won't live in this feed forever. If you like what you hear, scoot on over to their very own feed and give them a follow. Both How To Do Everything and Wait, ...

Oct 02, 202424 min

WWDTM: Dionne Warwick

This week, we're live in Kansas City with guest Dionne Warwick and panelists Paula Poundstone, Shantira Jackson, and Josh Gondelman Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Sep 28, 202447 min

WWTDM: Gary Oldman

This week, Gary Oldman joins us to talk Slow Horses , the Emmy Awards, and the fine art of flatulence with Karen Chee, Brain Babylon, and Peter Grosz. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Sep 21, 202448 min

HTDE: Tom Hanks, Hot Dogs and Chimp Butts

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 Mike and Ian help a listener who's curious about world fame. Plus, a bottoms-up approach to recognizing your family members. You can email your burning questions to [email protected] . How To Do Everything won't live in this feed forever. If you like what you hear, scoot on over to their very own feed and give t...

Sep 18, 202422 min

WWDTM: Jay Pharoah

This week, comedian and impressionist Jay Pharoah joins panelists Adam Burke, Negin Farsad, and Roxanne Roberts. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Sep 14, 202447 min

WWDTM: John Leguizamo

This week, John Leguizamo joins panelists Tom Bodett, Helen Hong, and Hari Kondabolu to talk about sloths, moms, and Bob the Builder Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Sep 07, 202447 min

HTDE: Haircuts in Space, Tutus, and the Nasal Ranger

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 tell if you smell. You can email your burning questions to [email protected] . How To Do Everything is available without sponsor messages for supporters of Wait Wait Don't Tell Me +, who also get bonus episodes of Wait Wait Don't Tell Me featuring exclusive games, behind-the-scenes content, and more. Sign up an...

Sep 04, 202420 min

WWDTM: Nate Berkus

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: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Aug 31, 202448 min

How To Do Everything is BACK!

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 questions. How do you survive quicksand? How do you plan the perfect first date? How do you count all the hairs on your head? They can't help you. But they will find someone who can. You can email your burning questions to [email protected] . How To Do Everything is available without sponsor messages for support...

Aug 27, 20243 min

WWDTM: Diane Lane

This week, Emmy-nominee Diane Lane joins Dulcé Sloan, Adam Burke, and Adam Felber to talk therapy, tortoises, and Capote vs. The Swans Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Aug 24, 202448 min

Wait Wait DNC Dispatch #3

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: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Aug 23, 202412 min

Wait Wait DNC Dispatch #2

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 Choi and Ian Chillag, and a whole lot of mayors. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Aug 22, 202414 min

BONUS: Wait Wait DNC Dispatch #1

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 sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Aug 20, 202414 min

WWDTM: The Calm Before the Storm

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 more Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Aug 17, 202448 min

WWDTM: Summer Break Edition!

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

Aug 10, 202448 min

WWDTM: Dr. Anthony Fauci

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/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Aug 03, 202447 min

WWDTM: Kathleen Hanna

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 SooperDooperLooper Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Jul 27, 202449 min

WWDTM: Allyson Felix

This week's show was recorded in Chicago, with guest host Karen Chee, Not My Job guest Allyson Felix and panelists Shantira Jackson, Hari Kondabolu, and Roy Blount, Jr. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Jul 20, 202448 min

WWDTM: Sam Sanders & Zach Stafford

This week, Wait Wait is live in Chicago with special guests Sam Sanders and Zach Stafford and panelists Tom Papa, Paula Poundstone, and Emmy Blotnick Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Jul 13, 202447 min

WWDTM: Happy Independence Day!

This week, we celebrate the 4th of July with some of our favorite guests! Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Jul 06, 202447 min

WWDTM: Christian McBride

This week, we're live in Philly with jazz legend Christian McBride. He talks about the secret power all bassists possess and translates Philly slang for panelists Peter Grosz, Joyelle Nicole Johnson, and Dulcé Sloan. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Jun 29, 202447 min

WWDTM: Erik Weihenmayer

Erik Weihenmayer was the first blind person to summit Mt. Everest, but may be best known for a viral news blooper in 2006. He joins us to talk about a very specific kind of fame, plus what life is like as a blind adventurer. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Jun 22, 202448 min

WWDTM: Michelle Williams

On this week's episode, actor and singer Michelle Williams talks growing up in the church, auditioning for Destiny's Child, and how to get an NPR audience to sing a hymn. Plus, panelists Alonzo Bodden, Helen Hong, and Paula Poundstone talk flags. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Jun 15, 202447 min

WWDTM: Charlamagne tha God

This week, Charlamagne the God talks his new book, growing up a nerd, and loving Judy Blume. Plus panelists, Shane O'Neill, Alzo Slade, and Karen Chee rub your back. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Jun 08, 202448 min