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Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant in Pasadena, California

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'Wait Wait' for November 4, 2023: With Not My Job guest Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant

9:26am November 04, 2023

Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant is a large carnivore ecologist and one of the new hosts of Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom. She's an expert in bears, but can she answer our questions about gummy bears?

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'Wait Wait' for October 28, 2023: With Not My Job guest Bernie Taupin

8:32am October 28, 2023

This week, guest host Peter Grosz talks with Oscar-winning lyricist Bernie Taupin about his new memoir Scattershot. Then, he tries to answer our questions about burn-y topping: hot condiments.

In Hijabs Off, comic Zainab Johnson jokes about dating and growing up Muslim in Harlem, one of 13 siblings.

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With 12 siblings, comic Zainab Johnson has plenty to joke about in new special

5:02am October 24, 2023

by Elizabeth Blair

Comedian, writer and actor Zainab Johnson turns personal chaos into comedy. In her new special, Hijabs Off, she talks about being a Black Muslim, growing up in Harlem, having 12 siblings, and dating.

James Patterson signing books in New York City

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'Wait Wait' for October 21, 2023: Live from Connecticut with James Patterson!

10:24am October 21, 2023

This week, we're in Connecticut with James Patterson, the best-selling author of all time! His books are staples of airports, but what does he know about OTHER things you can buy at airports?

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'Wait Wait' for October 14, 2023: 25th Anniversary Spectacular, Part VII!

8:24am October 14, 2023

We're celebrating 25 years on the air with another dive into our archive. Enjoy interviews with John Goodman, Sam Waterston, Jenny Slate, and a never-before-heard Bluff game!

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Official photo of Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar

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'Wait Wait' for October 7, 2023: With Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar

9:13am October 07, 2023

Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar is one of the country's top lawyers, responsible for arguing cases before the Supreme Court. But, can she answer our questions about door-to-door solicitors?

Bob and Erin Odenkirk take a selfie in California

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'Wait Wait' for September 30, 2023: Live in LA with Bob and Erin Odenkirk!

9:49am October 02, 2023

We're back at the Greek in LA with comedy legend Bob Odenkirk and his daughter Erin! They're on to promote their new book Zilot, but can they answer our questions about Kirkland, Costco's house brand?

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John Wilson arrives for the 74th Emmy Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

'Wait Wait' for September 23, 2023: With Not My Job guest John Wilson

9:00am September 23, 2023

John Wilson is the creator and star of HBO's How To with John Wilson. It's a show all about teaching you how to do basic tasks (in unique ways), but can he answer our questions about what NOT to do?

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Women, aged 40 and older, gathered in Chicago to jump Double Dutch during the club's annual playdate.

Jumping for joy and sisterhood, the 40+ Double Dutch Club holds a playdate for women

11:36am September 20, 2023

by Cheryl Corley

Hundreds of women aged 40 and older gathered in Chicago recently to jump rope and play other games from their youth. It was the 3rd national playdate held by the Double Dutch Club.

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Hillary Rodham Clinton on stage in Las Vegas

'Wait Wait' for September 16, 2023: With Not My Job guest Hillary Rodham Clinton

11:59am September 16, 2023

This week, we're joined by Hillary Rodham Clinton, who joins us to talk about the Clinton Global Initiative and Pete Davidson. She may be part of one CGI, but what does she know about CGI'd movies?

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