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On tap for the holidays: A blend of multicultural drink traditions and fond memories

5:00am December 22, 2024

For this year's All Things Considered holiday cocktail interview, we visited Providencia in Washington, D.C., a bar that brings its owners' personal stories to life.

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'Wait Wait' for December 21, 2024: With Not My Job guests Melissa McCarthy and Ben Falcone

12:01pm December 21, 2024

This week, Wait Wait is live in Chicago with special guests Melissa McCarthy and Ben Falcone and panelists Dulcé Sloan, Roy Blount, Jr., and Hari Kondabolu

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Netflix is dreaming of a glitch-free Christmas with 2 major NFL games set

11:52am December 21, 2024

It comes weeks after Netflix's attempt to broadcast live boxing between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson was rife with technical glitches.

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The jury's in: You won't miss anything watching this movie from the couch

7:00am December 21, 2024

There's been a bit of consternation flying around about the fact that the theatrical release of Juror #2, directed by Clint Eastwood, was very muted. But this movie is perfect to watch at home.

How casting makes this 'Gypsy' hit different

5:00am December 21, 2024

Gypsy has been called the best musical of all time. Audra McDonald is starring in a new Broadway revival, and the race-conscious casting gives the production a new frame.

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What makes a good Hollywood sequel? 'The Godfather Part II' turns 50

5:40pm December 20, 2024

NPR's Scott Detrow talks to NPR producer Marc Rivers about the 50th anniversary of The Godfather Part II and what makes a good movie sequel.

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Connecticut leans into its role as holiday Hallmark movie backdrop

5:31pm December 20, 2024

We're in the thick of holiday movie season. One New England state has been the backdrop for lots of these films in recent years and this year it's capitalizing on that role.

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What's Making Us Happy: A guide to your weekend scrolling, listening and viewing

5:00pm December 20, 2024

Each week, guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: JamesEarl333 on TikTok, The Dick Van Dyke Show and the songs "Young Lion" and "Kid on Christmas."

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A fire closed a bookstore named Friends to Lovers. Romance readers kept it afloat

2:51pm December 20, 2024

Jamie Fortin's romance-centric bookstore shut down shortly after its grand opening due to a fire. She says the romance community has been integral in helping her rebuild.

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From exploring the sun to the dating scene, NPR's can't-miss podcasts from 2024

1:36pm December 20, 2024

2024 was an epic year for podcasts across the NPR Network. With less than two weeks left before 2025, now is the time to catch up on a few of our favorite shows and seasons of the year.