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Saturday, May 16, 2026

We make Ken Jennings relive the worst moment of his life by NPR

This week, legendary Jeopardy champion and host Ken Jennings joins panelists Tom Bodett, Joyelle Nicole Johnson, and Faith Salie to talk swearing on air and making up little lies to tell Ale…

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Saturday, May 9, 2026

Spirit Airlines, The Book of Mormon, and Grunting by NPR

This week, Double-EGOT winner Bobby Lopez joins us to talk about the 15th anniversary of Book of Mormon, and panelists Hari Kondabolu, Roxanne Roberts, and Mo Rocca say a tearful farewell to…

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Thursday, May 7, 2026

Nathan Lane is being tested (and he loves it) by NPR

Nathan Lane just received a Tony nomination for his starring role as Willy Loman in ‘Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman.’ He’s a veteran of the stage – often in comedic and musica…

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Saturday, May 2, 2026

We're live in San Diego with Ron Burgundy! by NPR

This week, San Diego's own Ron Burgundy joins panelists Eugene Cordero, Paula Poundstone, and Alzo Slade to celebrate his friend and mentor Bill KurtisSee pcm.adswizz.com for information abo…

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Wednesday, April 29, 2026

HTDE: Burritos and Handshakes by NPR

Ian and Mike help a caller solve a handshake issue. Plus, how to mourn the loss of a favorite dish.You can email your burning questions to howto@npr.org.How To Do Everything is available w…

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Saturday, April 25, 2026

We go to confessional with Father James Martin by NPR

This week, the FBI deals with some DUIs and special guest Father James Martin hears the confessions of guest host Tom Papa and panelists Josh Gondelman, Shantira Jackson, and Katie Nolan Se…

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Friday, April 24, 2026

‘Schmigadoon!’ co-creator Cinco Paul satirizes Broadway by NPR

‘Schmigadoon!’ is now on Broadway. Adapted from the Apple TV series that lovingly satirized musicals of the ‘40s and ‘50s, we’ll hear from the co-creator, co-writer and songwriter …

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Saturday, April 18, 2026

We beef with the pontiff and admire the Stanley Cup by NPR

This week, Phil Pritchard, NHL's Keeper of the Stanley Cup, joins us to about taking the cup jet-skiing and panelists Alonzo Bodden, Adam Burke, and Dulcé Sloan beef with the Pope and get m…

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Wednesday, April 15, 2026

HTDE: Crushes and Smells by NPR

This week: How to tell your crush you like them. Plus, do smells really linger in your nose?You can email your burning questions to howto@npr.org.How To Do Everything is available with…

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Saturday, April 11, 2026

Wait Wait goes wild on spring break by NPR

This week, we're celebrating spring break with our friends Rhea Seehorn, Delroy Lindo, Andy Richter, and Jon M. Chu. Plus, the panel gets in on the fun with some of our favorite questions fr…

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Saturday, April 4, 2026

We become friends and neighbors with Olivia Munn by NPR

Olivia Munn talks casing Steve Martin's house and being the only actor to talk too fast for Aaron Sorkin. Plus, panelists Rachel Coster, Peter Grosz, and Joyelle Nicole Johnson visit the Sup…

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Wednesday, April 1, 2026

HTDE: Sheets and Blankets by NPR

This week: Ian and Mike help a couple figure out who exactly is responsible for stealing the covers at night.You can email your burning questions to howto@npr.org.How To Do Everything …

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Saturday, March 28, 2026

We meet America's robo-teachers and take a nap in coach by NPR

This week, we're live in Savannah with actor and director D.W. Moffett and panelists Adam Burke, Shantira Jackson, and Joyelle Nicole JohnsonTo manage podcast ad preferences, review the link…

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Saturday, March 21, 2026

We admire dimes and Aasif Mandvi gives breakup advice by NPR

This week, we talk new dimes and where to spend them, and special guest Aasif Mandvi tells us the best way to get over an ex.To manage podcast ad preferences, review the links below:See pcm.…

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Wednesday, March 18, 2026

HTDE: Crickets and Clowns by NPR

This week: How to tell the temperature outside without a thermometer. Plus, how clowns trademark their unique looks.Featuring Marlene Zuk and Julie Proctor.You can email your burnin…

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Saturday, March 14, 2026

John Cusack rides his Vespa straight into our hearts by NPR

This week, John Cusack joins us to talk high school reunions, graphic novels, and the secrets to keeping your Vespa's tank full. Plus, panelists Rachel Coster, Adam Felber, and Joyelle Nicol…

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Saturday, March 7, 2026

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…

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Wednesday, March 4, 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 …

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Saturday, February 28, 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 …

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Saturday, 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…

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Wednesday, February 18, 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…

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Saturday, February 14, 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…

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Wednesday, February 11, 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…

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Saturday, February 7, 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 …

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Wednesday, February 4, 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,…

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Saturday, January 31, 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…

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Saturday, January 24, 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

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Saturday, January 17, 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

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Monday, January 12, 2026

WWDTM: Pedro Pascal, Chris Perfetti, Heather Gay, and more! by NPR

This week, we anticipate good things from 2026 by remembering the moments that made 2025 so funLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

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Saturday, January 10, 2026

WWDTM: Delroy Lindo by NPR

This week, special guest Delroy Lindo joins Paula Poundstone, Joyelle Nicole Johnson, and Roy Blount, Jr. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy…

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Saturday, December 27, 2025

WWDTM: Carissa Moore, Bob Costas, and Jim Rice by NPR

This week, we celebrate the holidays with some of our favorite guests and a trip back to Hawaii!Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

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2025-2026 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 12, 2025: Call Me Izzy - Studio 54
Sep 16, 2025: Art - Music Box Theatre
Oct 08, 2025: Beetlejuice - Palace Theatre
Nov 13, 2025: Oedipus - Studio 54
Nov 16, 2025: Chess - Imperial Theatre
Mar 23, 2026: Giant - Music Box Theatre
Apr 06, 2026: Becky Shaw - Hayes Theater
Apr 16, 2026: Proof - Booth Theatre
Apr 26, 2026: Drama Desk Cut-Off