NPR Weekend Edition Saturday
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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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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.
Language:
English
Episodes
It's Christmastime — and if you live in the Alps, watch out! Krampus is coming
12/13/2025
In Salzburg, Austria, Christmas involves both St. Nick and Krampus, a mythological punisher with roots stretching back to late antiquity and many fans in the present-day Central Alps.
Duration:00:08:04
The latest updates on the flooding in Washington state
12/13/2025
People in Washington state who have evacuated from floods may have to wait for weeks before returning home.
Duration:00:03:44
Some Republicans express views on restrictions for Afghans coming to the U.S
12/13/2025
The Trump administration has paused visas and other programs allowing Afghans to come to the U.S. legally, including those who helped American troops. Some Republicans are pushing back.
Duration:00:02:56
Why tariffs on Chinese imports matter for Mexican trade with the U.S.
12/13/2025
NPR's Rob Schmitz talks with Antonio Ortiz Mena of Georgetown University about Mexico's recently imposed tariffs on Chinese imports and why they matter in relation to Mexican trade with the U.S.
Duration:00:04:38
U.S. military members fear personal legal consequences related to boat strikes
12/13/2025
Mixed opinions about the legality of U.S. strikes against suspected drug boats is putting service members in a tough spot and prompting some to seek outside legal advice.
Duration:00:03:53
Japan is under a megaquake watch. What does this mean?
12/13/2025
Japan is learning what life is life under a megaquake watch. NPR's Rob Schmitz talks to Richard Allen, director of the Berkeley Seismology Lab, about what it means.
Duration:00:03:53
Saturday Sports: Michigan's football coach fired; World Cup downhill skiing win; NFL
12/13/2025
NPR's Rob Schmitz and sportswriter Howard Bryant discuss the latest on Sherrone Moore's case after his firing as head coach of Michigan football and subsequent arrest for assault.
Duration:00:04:10
An international relations expert explains U.S.-Europe political split over Ukraine war
12/13/2025
There are tensions between the U.S. and Europe over how to end the Ukraine war. NPR's Rob Schmitz talks to Nathalie Tocci from Johns Hopkins University about what's fueling these political divisions.
Duration:00:04:59
A new study reveals an unprecedented discovery of new species
12/13/2025
There are roughly 2.5 million known species on the planet, but scientists estimate that's only a fraction of the biodiversity on Earth. A new study shows we're finding new species like never before.
Duration:00:03:00
Week in Politics: Redistricting; Trump's economic messaging; Obamacare subsidies
12/13/2025
We discuss the week's political news, including the latest developments in congressional redistricting, President Trump's economic messaging, and the expiration of Obamacare subsidies.
Duration:00:04:18
Exploring the underlying causes of corporate bankruptcies in the U.S.
12/13/2025
Corporate bankruptcies in the U.S. are on pace to reach a 15-year high this year. NPR's Rob Schmitz explores the underlying causes of this trend with Edward Altman, a professor at New York University who specializes in corporate bankruptcies.
Duration:00:05:00
What happened when immigration agents showed up at this North Carolina woman's house
12/13/2025
A North Carolina woman left her front yard Christmas tree half-decorated after immigration agents questioned men helping her. The unfinished tree stands as a symbol of the immigration crackdown.
Duration:00:03:24
Max Walker-Silverman discusses his new film, 'Rebuilding'
12/13/2025
NPR's Rob Schmitz speaks with filmmaker Max Walker-Silverman about his new film, "Rebuilding."
Duration:00:06:35
How the rapid turnover has affected the work of the Justice Department
12/13/2025
Thousands of civil servants have departed the Justice Department this year as judges and juries cast a more skeptical eye at prosecutors' arguments and briefs.
Duration:00:06:05
Martha Ackmann discusses her new book on the life of the iconic Dolly Parton
12/13/2025
NPR's Rob Schmitz talks to author Martha Ackmann about her new book on "American icon" Dolly Parton and the ambition it took the young Tennessean to reach success.
Duration:00:08:43
Elizabeth McCracken talks about her new book, 'A Long Game: Notes on Writing Fiction'
12/13/2025
How do you cope with a blank page? NPR's Rob Schmitz talks to Elizabeth McCracken about her new book, "A Long Game: Notes on Writing Fiction."
Duration:00:06:19
Pink Floyd's drummer Nick Mason reflects on 50 years of 'Wish You Were Here'
12/13/2025
NPR's Rob Schmitz speaks with Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason about the band's epic album "Wish You Were Here" as it's reissued 50 years after its release.
Duration:00:09:35
This metalworker is creating suits of armor for mice
12/6/2025
Calgary artist Jeff De Boer has spent decades learning, perfecting, and teaching the art of making suits of armor. For mice.
Duration:00:03:53
Film industry reacts to news that Netflix is set to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery
12/6/2025
Netflix's winning bid for Warner Bros. Discovery reverberated through Hollywood and Washington, prompting worries from labor unions and theater owners.
Duration:00:05:01
Week in Politics: Defense Secretary Hegseth; gerrymandering; birthright citizenship
12/6/2025
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is under scrutiny over strikes in the Caribbean and Yemen, and the Supreme Court sided with Republicans in a case over gerrymandering in Texas.
Duration:00:04:24