Ray Romano

Ray Romano, the beloved comedian and actor of 'Everybody Loves Raymond' fame, shares his amusing insights on family dynamics during the holidays. Laura Coates, CNN's chief legal analyst, dives into the political nuances surrounding holiday traditions and representation. Walter Kirn, novelist and cultural commentator, reflects on nostalgia and how classic sitcoms like Archie Bunker shape societal discussions on race and class. The trio blends humor with deep cultural reflections, addressing the complexities of inclusion in today's media landscape.

Ray Romano joins panelists Tom Papa, Matt Rogers, and Helen Hong to talk about the secret to marriage, rewatching yourself on TV 15 years later, and having a good poker face. Support NPR by signing up for Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Ray Romano joins for a chat on his post-Raymond acting career and comedy journey. They share funny cruise ship encounters, struggles in stand-up comedy, downplaying achievements, and reflections on rough gigs and comedy dynamics.

Ray Romano jokes about marriage, Ramy Youssef's funny uncle, Rachel Feinstein's spot-on impressions, Mike's deep confessions about friendships with Tom Papa and Gary Gulman, and Ira Glass helps work out Mike's jokes and life.

Ray Romano, the beloved three-time Emmy winner from Everybody Loves Raymond, joins the conversation alongside musician ROSÉ. They dive into the fun and chaos of adulthood, discussing Korean drinking games and celebrating the joys of turning 20. Ray shares hilarious anecdotes on parenting and family life, while also reflecting on music's impact throughout his journey. Listeners are treated to a lively songwriting challenge featuring audience participation and the premiere of original comedic holiday songs, blending laughter with creativity.