Weekend Edition Saturday
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Saturday mornings are made for Weekend Edition Saturday, the program 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.
Episodes
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Daniel Pazmino, 53: Marta Sanchez's 'Desesperada'
The beloved uncle was a big fan of the Spanish singer.
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In The Story Of U.S. Immigration, Black Immigrants Are Often Left Out
Nana Gyamfi, Executive Director of the Black Alliance for Just Immigration, tells NPR's Scott Simon about challenges Black immigrants to the U.S. face.
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OPINION: It's Hard To Shake Hands And Kiss Babies On Zoom
Pandemic social distancing has made candidates for New York mayor both more and less accessible.
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Saturday Sports: Former USA Gymnastics Coach Charged With Sex Crimes Dies By Suicide
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Tom Goldman about John Geddert's suicide and what it means for USA gymnastics. Then they move on to women's soccer: A guest from 2009 and the US women's national team.
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Julien Baker Gets Vulnerable In 'Little Oblivions'
After taking a two-year step back from the spotlight, Julien Baker returns with a self-produced album titled Little Oblivions.
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New York Law Gives Nursing Homes Protection In COVID-19 Death Suits
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Tracey Alvino, assistant director of Voices for Seniors, about nursing home liability during the pandemic.
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Ugandan Opposition Leader Says Country's Leader Is Capturing Dissenters
NPR's Scott Simon asks Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine about Wine's claims the ruling regime is abducting dissidents.
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Saturday Sports: Naomi Osaka Wins Australian Open, Earning Fourth Grand Slam Title
NPR's Scott Simon talks to ESPN's Howard Bryant about the men and women's Australian Open finals and what's next for Serena Williams.
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Javelin Thrower Kara Winger Breaks Down Her Pandemic Training Routine
The pandemic has forced many athletes to modify their training. Olympian Kara Winger talks to NPR's Scott Simon about the backyard "muscle deck" she created to hone her javelin throwing.
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Ali Benjamin Explores The Fallout Of The 2016 Election In Her New Novel
The 2016 election turned many lives upside down, including the characters in Ali Benjamin's new novel, The Smash-Up. NPR's Scott Simon asks Benjamin about her portrait of a family in upheaval.
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Senate Unexpectedly Votes To Subpoena Witnesses And Documents In Impeachment Trial
Who will testify in Former President Donald Trump's Senate trial, and how many witnesses will be called? At this point, it's still unclear.
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'I'll Meet You There': A Dancer Finds New Rhythm In Her Culture
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to fimmaker Iram Parveen Bilal about her new movie, set in a Pakistani Muslim community in Chicago.