Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! WWDTM: Kara Jackson
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Oct 5, 2024 Kara Jackson, a rising star as a singer, songwriter, and former Youth Poet Laureate, joins Alzo Slade, Scaachi Koul, and Joyelle Nicole Johnson for a lively discussion. They explore the hilarity of couch sleeping dilemmas and the absurdities of password management. Kara shares creative insights into her artistic journey, while the panel humorously debates future food innovations, including predictions inspired by chicken tenders. From whimsical ranch antics to urban pest control, the conversation is packed with laughter and unexpected twists.
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T-Ball Memories
- Peter Sagal coached Kara Jackson's t-ball team when she was eight.
- Jackson remembers Sagal's creative cheers and her own height advantage.
Early Poems
- Kara Jackson, a former Youth Poet Laureate, has a collection of early poems.
- She has mixed feelings about them, finding some cringey but also appreciating her younger self.
Youth Poet Laureate
- The National Youth Poet Laureate program was still new when Jackson held the title.
- It was still defining its role and responsibilities.