Weekend Edition Saturday
Saturday, 7 - 10 a.m.
Whether revealing events in small-town America or overseas, or profiling notable personalities, Weekend Edition from appreciates the extraordinary details that make up every story.
Weekend Edition 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 on Saturdays, and Rachel Martin on Sundays.
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NPR's Danielle Kurtzleben plays the puzzle along with Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz and KXJZ listener Nori Aquino of Sacramento, Calif. -
NPR's Danielle Kurtzleben talks to meteorologist Robert Ballard of National Weather Service about Hurricane Lala's impact on Hawaii.
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Millions of drivers across the country are encountering speed cameras for the first time, or will soon. Many don't like it, but advocates say there's clear evidence that cameras make roads safer.
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A rundown of some of the wackiest and most creative foods at the Iowa State Fair this year.
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NPR's Danielle Kurtzleben speaks with Kevin Book of ClearView Energy about the United States' dwindling oil reserves as they hit the lowest level seen in more than four decades.
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NPR's Danielle Kurtzleben speaks with journalist Nick Thorpe about the changes made by the Hungarian government since Victor Orban's Fidesz party lost power following elections in April.
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NPR's Danielle Kurtzleben speaks to Wall Street Journal business reporter Theo Francis about refunds some businesses are getting on the billions of dollars they've paid on President Trump's tariffs.
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After a historically dry winter, some Colorado towns are running out of drinking water, requiring extraordinary measures to keep taps flowing.
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NPR's Danielle Kurtzleben speaks with Weezer's Rivers Cuomo. The band's latest self-titled album is also known as the Gold Album.
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In southwest Florida, ten Republicans are vying for the nomination to replace Rep. Byron Donalds. With the majority of candidates from outside the state - it's raising questions about representation.
