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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

Rhea Seehorn
Star of Better Call Saul and Pluribus
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Lucy Dacus
Singer-songwriter and member of Boy Genius
Boy Genius
Episode: WWDTM: Lucy Dacus
Patton Oswalt
Comedian and actor known for his diverse performances.
Episode: HTDE: One-Liners and Free Throws
Tig Notaro
Stand-up comedian and actress well-known for her unique humor surrounding personal experiences.
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Mohanad El-Sheikhi
Comedian known for his sharp wit and observations.
Episode: HTDE: One-Liners and Free Throws
Andy Richter
A comedian and actor known for his work on Late Night with Conan O'Brien and Dancing with the Stars.
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Kevin Bacon
Actor known for his role in Apollo 13
NASA (for filmmaking context)
Episode: HTDE: Carsickness And Traffic Jams
Kenny G
Jazz saxophonist and musician
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Li Jiajong
Individual experienced in a lengthy traffic jam in China
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Host

Peter Sagal
Host of a weekly news quiz known for his humor and engaging style.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 43.4k ratings
  • Wonderful

    Always entertaining!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bricycle1
    United States19 days ago
  • Love this show!

    My favorite ritual on the weekends is to listen to WWDTM while I work my puzzle. I laugh, I learn, and I want to keep listening. All the interviews are both insightful and funny, the panelists are so varied and witty. I’ve been and will remain a devoted listener, every weekend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jmrazor
    United States20 days ago
  • Amazing

    WWDTM is prolly the best show to listen to when politics is getting serious

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sleepyhead 123ejdvx
    United States21 days ago
  • Andy Richter episode

    First time I disliked Peter. What a jerk. Not even funny as a joke. Disappointed. 😔

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sunnysweetheart
    United States21 days ago
  • Amazing!

    Best podcast EVER!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CappieMo
    United States23 days ago

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There are concerns about political bias in some episodes, with some listeners feeling that it can overshadow the humor.
Many long-time fans express their loyalty, enjoying the consistent quality of content and the chemistry between hosts and guests.
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We ask Peter about the guest who's most surprised him, plus other listener questions
Q: If you had to catch yourself in a Hollywood movie about the history of Wait Wait Don't Tell Me, what actor working in Hollywood today would you catch as yourself?
Sagal humorously suggests he could be played by Stanley Tucci or Jason Alexander, depending on his current health and appearance.
We ask Peter about the guest who's most surprised him, plus other listener questions
Q: When you run, do you listen to music, podcasts or adjust your thoughts?
Sagal argues that running is a great time to be alone with your thoughts rather than listening to distractions, although he occasionally listens to podcasts.
We ask Peter about the guest who's most surprised him, plus other listener questions
Q: What hobby or sport did you try but fail miserably at?
Sagal reflects on trying various activities like bread baking and soccer but highlights that running is the one pursuit he has consistently stuck with.
We ask Peter about the guest who's most surprised him, plus other listener questions
Q: Which guest has surprised you in the most good or bad way?
Sagal mentions RZA from Wu-Tang Clan as a surprising guest who brought humor and unexpected enthusiasm for HGTV.
WWDTM: Lucy Dacus
Q: Have you considered taking on a mindless day job again just to reignite the creative spirit?
I haven't really thought about that, but I might be ready for it.

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