'Wait Wait' for August 10, 2024: Summer Break Edition!
This week, Wait Wait celebrates the dog days of summer with some of our favorite guests!
Human Interest
Did the U.S. need to drop two atomic weapons on Japan in order to end World War II?
In The Road to Surrender, Evan Thomas examines the closing months of WWII, exploring the motivations of key U.S. leaders, and of Japanese commanders and diplomats. Originally broadcast June 20, 2023.
After two months, astronauts stranded at the ISS may have a way back home
For two astronauts, an eight day mission to the International Space Station has stretched into two months due to vehicle issues. Now, NASA says it's considering bringing them back in a SpaceX capsule.
Forgotten — and surprising — Olympic events
Sports like skateboarding, surfing or break dancing have been added to the Olympics in recent years, but there are lots of events that have been taken out -- like hot air ballooning and arts.
The beloved Perseid meteor shower peaks next week
The meteor shower creates an opportunity to sit outside at night and watch shooting stars. It's also an opportunity for researchers to do some science.
How does space change the human body? The answer will shapes future missions
Space X’s highly anticipated Polaris Dawn mission is set to launch later this summer – with an all-civilian crew. And a big part of their mission is researching how space changes the human body.
A giant sea monster shows up on Nantucket 87 years after an elaborate hoax
Eighty-seven years after an elaborate hoax on the island of Nantucket, islanders recreated the event. A giant sea monster appeared on the island Monday.
Lucille Ball’s hometown is a comedy destination. No joke
Acts range from family-friendly slapstick to edgy standup at the four-day comedy event held in Jamestown, N.Y., home of the I Love Lucy star.
Sunday Puzzle: An A.C. puzzle to beat the heat
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with this week's winner John Nacy from Jefferson City, Missouri and puzzle master Will Shortz.
'Wait Wait' for August 3, 2024: Live at Wolf Trap with Dr. Fauci
This week, Wait Wait is live at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts with special guest Dr. Anthony Fauci and panelists Negin Farsad, Karen Chee, and Tom Papa