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NPR Weekend Edition Saturday

Weekend Edition Saturday wraps up the week"s news and offers a mix of analysis and features on a wide range of topics, including arts, sports, entertainment, and human interest stories. The two-hour program is hosted by NPR"s Peabody Award-winning Scott Simon.

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4:42

Week in politics: Democrats reckon with a bruising...

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/09

We look at the resounding Republican victory in Tuesday's elections and the road ahead for the Democrats, who suffered a bruising defeat in the White House as well as in Congressional races.

7:30

Christina Lynch's new novel follows a detective pony...

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/09

A cute, but bitter pony is on the trail of his previous owner, who is herself in a world of trouble. NPR's Scott Simon talks with Christina Lynch about her novel, "Pony Confidential."

4:46

With Trump’s win, Elon Musk stands to benefit

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/07

The billionaire businessman has spent weeks campaigning relentlessly for Donald Trump. That dedication could lead to major benefits for him and his companies.

1:50

Happy 90th birthday to Bill Siemering

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/02

Bill Siemering is 90 years old. You may not know his name, but he was one of the founding members of NPR’s board of directors.

3:59

Over 200 people have died in flash floods in eastern...

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/02

Four days after massive flash floods in eastern Spain, authorities say they have recovered more than 200 bodies. People were trapped in their vehicles, homes and businesses.

2:34

Former Louisville detective found guilty of violating...

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/02

Former Louisville police detective Brett Hankison was found guilty of violating the civil rights of Breonna Taylor during a botched 2020 raid that killed Taylor.

4:52

An influencer thought someone dropping off ballots...

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/02

Even before Election Day, unsubstantiated rumors about voter fraud are beginning to focus on specific public servants and voters, leading to harassment and threats.

3:38

Some organizations are questioning election results...

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/02

Independent polling organizations say that the results of parliamentary elections in the Eurasian country of Georgia indicate "manipulation" of the vote.

5:01

A new rule could make it easier to fix the McDonald's...

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/02

Ice cream machines at McDonald's famously break frequently. NPR's Scott Simon speaks to journalist Jason Koebler from 404 Media about a new exemption that allows third parties to fix them.

3:47

What the latest numbers tell us about the economy...

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/02

This year's presidential campaign has focused heavily on economic issues. We look at the last set of indicators to come out before Election Day.

4:24

Harris will make her last campaign stop in the...

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/02

A profile of Lehigh Valley in eastern Pennsylvania, which has turned politically from blue to red to blue again. Vice President Harris will visit Sunday.

4:24

The Lehigh Valley has changed drastically. Now, it...

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/02

Vice President Harris is in Allentown, Pennsylvania on Sunday — a key part of a key state. The Lehigh Valley with its purple politics, economic history and demographic shifts could swing it all.

8:11

Mike Thomas on co-writing a new Johnny Carson biography

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/02

NPR's Scott Simon interviews Mike Thomas about the new Johnny Carson biography, "Carson the Magnificent," co-written by Bill Zehme.

4:21

Saturday Sports: Dodgers beat the Yankees, NFL...

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/02

NPR's Scott Simon and Howard Bryant of Meadowlark Media discuss the latest in sports.

4:32

Week in politics: Will swing state campaigning worth it?

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/02

As the election enters its final days, former President Trump tries out another attention-getting gambit.

7:48

Scottish musician Nina Nesbitt on her new album...

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/02

NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Scottish musician Nina Nesbitt about her new album, "Mountain Music."

8:55

'Here' reunites Tom Hanks, Robin Wright & Robert...

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/02

NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Tom Hanks and Robert Zemeckis their working relationship, now in its fourth decade. Their latest film, "Here," takes place in a single living room and spans centuries.

2:54

A new virtual reality experiences recreates the...

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/02

Ever wonder how we ended up with the Electoral College? A new virtual reality experience lets you get inside the 1787 debate over how a U.S. president should be elected.

4:33

Sikhs march across California urging protections...

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/02

Sikh activists marched 350 miles across California in October to mark the 40th anniversary of a massacre and call for protections from what they say is a growing threat from the Indian government.

3:46

Wisconsin Democrats are hoping new voting maps will...

NPR Weekend Edition Saturday ·

2024/11/02

In Wisconsin, campaign spending on state races are breaking records.

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