Weekend Edition Sunday
Weekend Edition Sunday features interviews with newsmakers, artists, scientists, politicians, musicians, writers, theologians and historians.
Episodes
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A peek inside London's old war office, the place of inspiration for James Bond
NPR explores a secret vault under London’s Old War Office, where the UK kept fake passports for undercover agents abroad. Behind door #007 is where Ian Fleming hatched his famous character in WWII.
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Summer of soccer: Euros 2024 kick off with Copa America to follow
NPR's Lauren Frayer talks to soccer commentator Roger Bennett about the two major international soccer tournament this summer: the European Championship and Copa America, which the US will host.
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In 'Ghostlife', a real-life family plays their reel selves
NPR's Lauren Frayer speaks with actors Keith Kupferer, Tara Mallen and Katherine Mallen Kupferer, a real family of actors, about playing a fictional family in the new movie "Ghostlight."
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Caitlin Clark is still drawing massive crowds to the WNBA, despite some bumps
Caitlin Clark, the top pick in this year's WNBA Draft, has electrified fans despite her team's struggles. She's also received her share of hard knocks from opponents and others.
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Israel rescues 4 hostages in operation that kills over 270 Gazans
An Israeli rescue operation freed four Israeli hostages and, according to sources at a hospital in Gaza, resulted in the deaths of more than 200 people.
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How Biden's asylum policy is affecting one Venezuelan family
President Biden’s moves to temporarily halt most asylum claims at the southern border leaves one Venezuelan family in limbo, with one member in Florida and others waiting at the U.S.-Mexico border.
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An aid kitchen in Gaza is trying to stay afloat amidst growing restrictions
The aid group Rebuilding Alliance has relocated to central Gaza from Rafah and is struggling to feed people in need.
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Video game creators are working to make games more accessible for disabled people
In an excerpt from NPR's The Sunday Story podcast, we look at how video game companies are adding features to make their products easier to use by people with disabilities.
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Why do we musicians use alter egos?
Musician Sturgill Simpson says he's releasing a new album under a new name: "Johnny Blue Skies." We look — and listen — to some of music's other notable alter egos, such as Ziggy Stardust.
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Politics chat: Biden seeks to differentiate himself from Trump
President Biden is seeking to contrast himself with former President Trump, who has been vowing revenge after his New York court guilty verdicts.
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It's Donald Duck's birthday! A film historian charts his 90-year evolution
June 9 is Donald Duck's birthday. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with film historian J.B. Kaufman about how the Disney character has changed since his debut 90 years ago.
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The driving tactic that could make your morning commute easier
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Marshall Zelinger of 9News Denver about his reporting on and advocacy for zipper merging, a driving tactic that can ease traffic congestion.