Weekend Edition Saturday
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Saturday mornings are made for Weekend Edition Saturday, the program 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.
Episodes
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Christopher Moore discusses his book 'Anima Rising'
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Christopher Moore, who brings Gustav Klimt, Sigmund Freud, an undead woman, and a host of other unlikely characters together in his latest book, "Anima Rising."
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Local farmers react to Trump's announcement of tariffs on Mexican tomatoes
NPR's Scott Simon asks Robert Guenther of the Florida Tomato Exchange about new efforts to limit the import of Mexican tomatoes to the U.S.
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Two months after Trump dismantled Voice of America, a look back on what was lost
It's been nearly two months since President Trump silenced Voice of America. NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Jay Sophalkalyan, who says the broadcasts were a lifeline when he was growing up in Cambodia.
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Trump's Middle East trip reflected a shift in policy towards the region
NPR's Scott Simon asks Eurasia Group's Firas Maksad about President Trump's visit to the Middle East and his administration's shifting priorities in the region.
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Saturday Sports: Knicks advance to finals, WNBA season kicks off
NPR's Scott Simon asks Howard Bryant of Meadowloark Media about the NBA and NHL playoffs and the new WNBA season.
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Over 20 dead in Kentucky after overnight storms tear through southern states
Severe storms and tornadose tore through several states overnight Friday. In London, Ky., the mayor says over 20 people died.
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Supreme Court bars the Trump administration from using the Alien Enemies Act
The Supreme Court has barred the Trump administration from using the Alien Enemies Act to quickly deport Venezuelans in custody in northern Texas. The administration says the men are gang members.
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Shipping companies say they're worried about the future despite the U.S.-China trade deal
Despite the recent agreement between the U.S. and China to pause the tariff war, shipping companies remain uncertain about the path ahead.
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Elections in Poland and Romania could shape the future of Europe and Ukraine
Voters go to the polls in presidential elections in Poland and Romania on Sunday with potentially big consequences for Europe and Ukraine.
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Trump's attacks on DEI are complicating corporate sponsorship of Pride events
NPR's Scott Simon asks Twin Cities Pride Executive Director Andi Otto about partnering with corporations amid efforts to roll back diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
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Cannes 2025: new fashion rules, movies in the spotlight, Trump's tariffs
The 2025 Cannes Film Festival is underway. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with New York Magazine critic Alison Willmore about the year's lineup.
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Week in politics: House Republicans block Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'
House Republicans blocked a major funding and tax cut bill and will reconvene Sunday to negotiate further.
