Digest

The episode begins with the NPR news quiz show "Wait Wait Don't Tell Me," hosted by Peter Sagal and guest host Ayesha Rascoe. The show features a listener contestant, Jamie, who plays "Who's Ieasha" and must identify three news quotes. The panel, consisting of Peter Gross, Brian Babylon, and Karen Chee, also participates in a news-related game called "One Triple Eight." The panel continues to play news-related games, including "One Triple Eight" and "Not My Job." Brian Babylon attempts to answer questions about the dating trend "six, six, six," while Peter Gross and Karen Chee also participate in the games. The show transitions to the "Bluff" game, where listener Natalie from Plainfield, Illinois, must identify the true story from three fabricated ones about unusual events at Target stores. The panel, including Peter Gross, Brian Babylon, and Karen Chee, each tell a story, and Natalie must choose the real one. The show features an interview with actor Gary Oldman, known for his role in the Apple TV series "Slow Horses." The conversation focuses on his character, Jackson Lamb, and the unique aspects of the role, including the use of sound effects and CGI for farts. The show continues with the "Limerick Challenge," where listener Alex from Knoxville, Tennessee, must fill in the missing word or phrase in three limericks related to news stories. The panel, including Peter Gross, Brian Babylon, and Karen Chee, provide commentary and jokes throughout the game. The show concludes with the "Lightning Fill in the Blank" game, where each panelist has 60 seconds to answer as many film-related questions as possible. The panelists compete for the title of champion, with Peter Gross ultimately winning.

Outlines

00:00:25

News Quiz and Games

This chapter features the NPR news quiz show "Wait Wait Don't Tell Me" with host Peter Sagal and guest host Ayesha Rascoe. The show includes a listener contestant, Jamie, who plays "Who's Ieasha" and must identify three news quotes. The panel, consisting of Peter Gross, Brian Babylon, and Karen Chee, also participates in news-related games like "One Triple Eight" and "Not My Job."

00:13:35

The Bluff Game

The show transitions to the "Bluff" game, where listener Natalie from Plainfield, Illinois, must identify the true story from three fabricated ones about unusual events at Target stores. The panel, including Peter Gross, Brian Babylon, and Karen Chee, each tell a story, and Natalie must choose the real one.

00:20:34

Interview with Gary Oldman

The show features an interview with actor Gary Oldman, known for his role in the Apple TV series "Slow Horses." The conversation focuses on his character, Jackson Lamb, and the unique aspects of the role, including the use of sound effects and CGI for farts.

00:31:38

Limerick Challenge and Lightning Fill in the Blank

The show continues with the "Limerick Challenge," where listener Alex from Knoxville, Tennessee, must fill in the missing word or phrase in three limericks related to news stories. The panel, including Peter Gross, Brian Babylon, and Karen Chee, provide commentary and jokes throughout the game. The show concludes with the "Lightning Fill in the Blank" game, where each panelist has 60 seconds to answer as many film-related questions as possible. The panelists compete for the title of champion, with Peter Gross ultimately winning.

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Q&A

• What is the "six, six, six" dating trend on social media?

  The "six, six, six" trend refers to women seeking partners who meet three criteria: six feet tall, a six-figure salary, and a six-pack. It's a humorous and somewhat superficial approach to dating app preferences.

• What unusual event happened at a Target store in Ohio?

  An eight-year-old girl drove her mother's car 13 miles to a Target store, spending $400 of her parents' money on a Frappuccino. The incident went viral and sparked discussions about parental supervision and the audacity of young children.

• What is the "fart walk" trend recommended by Marilyn Smith?

  Marilyn Smith, a Canadian actor, TV host, and food blogger, suggests going for a walk with your partner after dinner to help regulate blood sugar and, as a side effect, release gas. She calls these walks "fart walks" and encourages couples to embrace the natural bodily functions.

• What is the "Divorced Mom Core" aesthetic?

  "Divorced Mom Core" is a home decor style that reflects the taste and preferences of recently divorced women. It emphasizes natural light, personal style, and a sense of freedom and self-expression, often involving the removal of generic decor like "live, laugh, love" signs.

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