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Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! runs an interview format and publishes roughly every 7 days. Signals we read: interview language in episodes; interview framing in show description. Pitch a specific episode idea rather than a description of yourself, reference an episode you have actually heard, and lead with one checkable proof point. Shows at this cadence typically book two to six weeks out.
Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! FAQ
Does the Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! podcast accept guest pitches?
Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! runs an interview format, which means guest pitches are realistic. Whether a specific pitch lands still depends on topic fit and how the show is approached.
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NPR's weekly news quiz hosted by Peter Sagal. Have a laugh and test your knowledge with today's funniest comedians and a celebrity guest. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org . You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, and Wait Wait's perks include bonus episodes, the chance to be a contestant in those bonus episodes(!), and sponsor-free listening.
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