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Jul 13, 2024 • 47min
WWDTM: Sam Sanders & Zach Stafford
Journalists Sam Sanders and Zach Stafford join the show for a fun-filled episode covering topics like Vice President Kamala Harris potentially assuming the presidency, managing tourism challenges in different cities, the concept of 'micro-cheating' in relationships, a hilarious Pringles can job mishap, and lighthearted news quizzes.

Jul 6, 2024 • 47min
WWDTM: Happy Independence Day!
This podcast episode features discussions on iconic voice acting roles, jazz music, unique ant colony behavior, survival stories, squirrel anecdotes, superhero costume design, Richard E. Grant's passion for perfume-making, and trivia about Ulysses S. Grant.

Jun 29, 2024 • 47min
WWDTM: Christian McBride
Jazz legend Christian McBride shares bassist secrets and Philly slang translation. The podcast includes playful banter, news quotes game, menopause research insights, humorous anecdotes, Bluff the Listener game, lawsuit stories, quiz with McBride, unconventional topics, current events quiz, and future trends in airplanes.

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Jun 22, 2024 • 48min
WWDTM: Erik Weihenmayer
Erik Weihenmayer, the first blind person to summit Mt. Everest, talks about his adventurous life. The podcast covers humorous news quotations, social media regulations, Olympic humor, celebrity dads' unique parenting styles, seniors living on college campuses, legal battles over deleted texts, a baby name expert, and funny news recap.

Jun 15, 2024 • 47min
WWDTM: Michelle Williams
Actor and singer Michelle Williams shares insights on growing up in the church and auditioning for Destiny's Child. Plus, panelists discuss humorous news stories, reality TV mishaps, and lighthearted news limericks.

Jun 8, 2024 • 48min
WWDTM: Charlamagne tha God
Charlamagne tha God, author of a new book, discusses growing up as a nerd and loving Judy Blume. The podcast also features humorous banter on various topics like rockets, spaceships, Dr. Pepper's rise in popularity, medical puns, divorce registries, marriage, sponsorships, vegan hunting dog named Peter, geese prison guards, and interviewing lesser-known gods. The episode wraps up with quiz performances, current events fill in the blank game, and Alzo winning the championship with Pepsi predictions.

Jun 1, 2024 • 47min
WWDTM: Summer Is (Almost) Here Edition!
Legendary guests Bob Seger, Dakota Johnson, Michelle Rodriguez, John Wilson, and Molly Seidel join in for a fun episode covering topics like rock and roll nostalgia, unexpected Olympic success, Hollywood royalty upbringing, quirky South Dakota landmarks, humor in reality TV, quirky safety labels quiz, driving challenges, and Dungeons & Dragons adventures.

May 25, 2024 • 48min
WWDTM: J. Kenji López-Alt
Food genius J. Kenji López-Alt discusses food-science magic, Winnie the Pooh onesies, parenting, Seattle food scenes, and a quirky game on football kickers. The panelists engage in humorous quizzes on state slogans, soccer, and talents, alongside discussions on stain protecting paint skincare, AI voices, and unique security systems. Weather, blue horses, and teenage hygiene habits add to the entertaining mix.

May 18, 2024 • 47min
WWDTM: Maya Hawke
Maya Hawke, known for Stranger Things, discusses childhood songs, folk music beefs, and bird watching. The podcast covers debates, Chucky Cheese, Slack relationships, and the overuse of the word 'journey'. Fun quizzes, outdoor time benefits, and humorous reflections on global interactions are also included.

May 11, 2024 • 47min
WWDTM: Chappell Roan
Queer pop icon Chappell Roan joins panelists to discuss drag personas, Ke$ha's influence, and her unexpected record deal. The podcast also covers quirky topics like etiquette of seat swapping, fast food rip offs in Iran, and humorous banter with a chief of staff.