Weekend Edition Saturday
Weekend Edition Saturday 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.
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SAT 5am-10am
8 min
Inside 'Oh, Hello: The P'dcast' With Gil Faizon And George St. Geegland
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Faizon and St. Geegland, who sound oddly like comedians John Mulaney and Nick Kroll, about their podcast.
4 min
Week In Sports: Minnesota Teams Respond To Death Of George Floyd
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with ESPN's Bryant Howard about the week in sports news.
5 min
Philando Castile's Uncle On Bridging The Gap Between The Public And Police
After his nephew was killed by police in 2016, Clarence Castile became a St. Paul, Minn., reserve police officer to understand the divisions. He speaks with NPR's Scott Simon about the experience.
2 min
Opinion: Larry Kramer, A Remembrance Of A Fierce AIDS Activist
NPR's Scott Simon remembers AIDS activist Larry Kramer who died this week. He was 84.
3 min
Amid COVID-19 Pandemic, Georgia Landlord Steps Up To Assist Tenants
During the first month of shutdowns, Atlanta commercial landlord Robert Fransen decided to work with his tenants to cut them a break on their rent and help them adapt their businesses to the pandemic.
3 min
A Look At The Latest Updates In Hong Kong
After China's central government asserted more direct authority over Hong Kong, President Trump announced his intent to revoke Hong Kong's special customs status and take other steps.
6 min
Libertarians Name 2020 Candidate: Meet Jo Jorgensen
After four days of online campaigning and speechmaking, the Libertarian Party has selected its nominee. NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Jorgensen, an activist who teaches psychology at Clemson University.
4 min
As Protests For George Floyd Continue Nationwide, All Eyes Are On How Police Respond
Images of a burning precinct in Minneapolis raised questions about police tactics during unrest. When emotions are running high, law enforcement has to decide when to stay — and when to go.