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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.Hate free content? Try a subscription to Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!+. Your subscription supports public radio and unlocks fun bonus episodes along with sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org/waitwait

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Recent Guests

Austan Goolsbee
Rock star of the economics world, former chair of Barack Obama's Council of Economic Advisors, and president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.
Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
Episode: WWDTM: Austan Goolsbee
Jason Isaacs
Star of The White Lotus and known for his role as Lucius Malfoy in the Harry Potter series.
Episode: HTDE: Study Break with Jason Isaacs of "The White Lotus"
Sterling K. Brown
Emmy and Golden Globe winning actor known for his roles in This Is Us and Paradise
Episode: WWDTM: Sterling K. Brown
Christian McBride
Grammy-winning jazz bassist
Newport Jazz Festival, Jazz House Kids
Episode: WWDTM: Eric Idle, Bridget Everett + Jeff Hiller, and more!
Bridget Everett
Comedian and star of HBO's Somebody Somewhere
HBO
Episode: WWDTM: Eric Idle, Bridget Everett + Jeff Hiller, and more!
Jeff Hiller
Actor and comedian, shares roles in Somebody Somewhere
HBO
Episode: WWDTM: Eric Idle, Bridget Everett + Jeff Hiller, and more!
Moe Wagner
Star center for the Orlando Magic, played college basketball at the University of Michigan, and is known for his humorous takes on the game.
Orlando Magic
Episode: WWDTM: Moe Wagner
Amanda Seyfried
Emmy-winning actor known for roles in Mean Girls and Mamma Mia
NBC
Episode: WWDTM: Amanda Seyfried
Lauren Graham
Star of The Gilmore Girls and currently in Z Suite
Z Suite
Episode: WWDTM: Lauren Graham

Host

Peter Sagal
Host of the show, recognized for his engaging and humorous style as he interacts with guests and contestants in the quiz format.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 41.9k ratings
  • Getting midder and more mediocre

    What happened to the original jokes and humor of comedians like maz jobrani and hari condobolu? It’s now just celebrities stating their opinions on things people don’t care about.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Thehonestreviewer2341
    United Statesa month ago
  • Amanda Seyfried

    That woman came out to play. Nailed it. Have her back as often as possible please. Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Susie385651
    United Statesa month ago
  • Pencils!!

    I was searching for a correction or comment link I could use, but this is as good as it gets. I would expect Peter to be old enough to remember that people chewed on their pencils when they did crossword puzzles.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Where is Waldo
    United Statesa month ago
  • THE standard

    The winner is… the listener. Always.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Caramel Toby
    United Statesa month ago
  • Really love this show!

    So entertaining!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gilieguy
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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Overall, the show maintains a loyal following with broad appeal to fans of comedy and trivia.
Critics mention a shift in tone towards celebrity features rather than deeper comedic content.
Many find the show entertaining and a delightful source of current events.
Listeners appreciate the humor and witty banter among the comedians and guests.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#194
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Spotify
#46
United States/Comedy
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#192
United States/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#23
United States/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#122
Canada/Comedy
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#149
France/Comedy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

WWDTM: Sterling K. Brown
Q: What inspired you to leave the law and go into mental health counseling?
The speaker found that being a lawyer was toxic, which affirmed their decision to move into counseling.
WWDTM: Moe Wagner
Q: What kind of trash talk do you use while playing?
They speak German to trash talk about other players.
WWDTM: Moe Wagner
Q: Do you hold a home court advantage with your brother?
Yes, they live together and have a full court set up in their house.
WWDTM: Moe Wagner
Q: How big is basketball in Germany?
Basketball is growing in Germany, especially with the influence of Dirk Nowitzki.
WWDTM: Amanda Seyfried
Q: Were you influenced by watching cops on TV growing up?
Amanda watched The First 48, revealing her interest in real crime narratives and humorous take on how it shaped her, saying it could explain her anxiety.

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