Best Weekend Edition Saturday Podcasts (2025)

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It's Christmastime —– and if you live in the Alps, watch out! Krampus is coming 8:04

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In Salzburg, Austria, Christmas involves both St. Nick and Krampus, a mythological punisher with roots stretching back to late antiquity and many fans in the present-day Central Alps.By Rob Schmitz

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Part 1 - False Comforts For Sinners - Job 21:34 30:00

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Job 21:34 KJV How then comfort ye me in vain, seeing in your answers there remaineth falsehood?

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Are We in Agreement With Each Other? - Matthew 18:19 30:00

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Matthew 18:19 KJV Again I say unto you, That if two of you shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven.

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The latest updates on the flooding in Washington state 3:44

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People in Washington state who have evacuated from floods may have to wait for weeks before returning home.By Scott Greenstone

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Some Republicans express views on restrictions for Afghans coming to the U.S 2:56

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The Trump administration has paused visas and other programs allowing Afghans to come to the U.S. legally, including those who helped American troops. Some Republicans are pushing back.By Ximena Bustillo

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Why tariffs on Chinese imports matter for Mexican trade with the U.S. 4:38

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NPR's Rob Schmitz talks with Antonio Ortiz Mena of Georgetown University about Mexico's recently imposed tariffs on Chinese imports and why they matter in relation to Mexican trade with the U.S.By Rob Schmitz

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U.S. military members fear personal legal consequences related to boat strikes 3:51

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Mixed opinions about the legality of U.S. strikes against suspected drug boats is putting service members in a tough spot and prompting some to seek outside legal advice.By Ryan Lucas

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Japan is under a megaquake watch. What does this mean? 3:53

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Japan is learning what life is life under a megaquake watch. NPR's Rob Schmitz talks to Richard Allen, director of the Berkeley Seismology Lab, about what it means.By Rob Schmitz

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Saturday Sports: Michigan's football coach fired; World Cup downhill skiing win; NFL 4:28

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NPR's Rob Schmitz and sportswriter Howard Bryant discuss the latest on Sherrone Moore's case after his firing as head coach of Michigan football and subsequent arrest for assault.By Rob Schmitz

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An international relations expert explains U.S.-Europe political split over Ukraine war 5:05

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There are tensions between the U.S. and Europe over how to end the Ukraine war. NPR's Rob Schmitz talks to Nathalie Tocci from Johns Hopkins University about what's fueling these political divisions.By Rob Schmitz

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A new study reveals an unprecedented discovery of new species 3:00

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There are roughly 2.5 million known species on the planet, but scientists estimate that's only a fraction of the biodiversity on Earth. A new study shows we're finding new species like never before.By Nathan Rott

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Week in Politics: Redistricting; Trump's economic messaging; Obamacare subsidies 4:18

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We discuss the week's political news, including the latest developments in congressional redistricting, President Trump's economic messaging, and the expiration of Obamacare subsidies.By Rob Schmitz

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Are We in Agreement With God? - Matthew 18:19 30:00

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Matthew 18:19 KJV Again I say unto you, That if two of you shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven.

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Likely Stories - Recommendations from Reviews in 2025 3:30

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With the momentum of the holiday season starting to pick up, this week's Likely Stories is dedicated to an always dependable gift option. Whether it's for loved ones, or as a treat for yourself, today we're picking out a few titles our eclectic team of reviewers highlighted in 2025. A collection of page turners that would make for great additions t…

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Episode 5: Latino Music Lab EP. 76 ((Ft. DJ KD)) 1:01:58

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Heavy Hitters, Suckas! He is the official DJ for MLS New York Red Bulls, Has toured in Spain, Portugal. Candada, and is the youngest member of the world famous Heavy Hitters DJ Crew; it's the one and only DJ KD! New music from Bad Bunny, Jezzy, El Alfa, Teriyaki Boyz, DJ Snake & more! This episode is powered by Munchies! Visit DeltaMunchies.Com & F…

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Part 2 - Repentance Before Revival - James 4:8-10 30:00

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James 4:8-10 KJV 8 Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded. 9 Be afflicted, and mourn, and weep: let your laughter be turned to mourning, and your joy to heaviness. 10 Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.…

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This metalworker is creating suits of armor for mice 3:55

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Calgary artist Jeff De Boer has spent decades learning, perfecting, and teaching the art of making suits of armor. For mice.By Deena Prichep

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Film industry reacts to news that Netflix is set to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery 5:04

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Netflix's winning bid for Warner Bros. Discovery reverberated through Hollywood and Washington, prompting worries from labor unions and theater owners.By Eyder Peralta

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Week in Politics: Defense Secretary Hegseth; gerrymandering; birthright citizenship 4:27

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is under scrutiny over strikes in the Caribbean and Yemen, and the Supreme Court sided with Republicans in a case over gerrymandering in Texas.By Eyder Peralta

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What does the CDC's advisors' vote to overturn hepatitis B vaccines for infants mean? 3:55

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Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s efforts to overhaul how children get vaccines took a major step forward. An advisory committee voted to narrow hepatitis B immunization guidance for newborns.By Eyder Peralta

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How consumers feel about the economy as the holidays approach 3:53

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New numbers from the Commerce Department show inflation is still elevated, but it doesn't appear to be getting worse. The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates next week by another quarter percentage point.By Scott Horsley

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Linguist Esteban Touma from Babbel reviews the app's 2025 most mispronounced words 4:10

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NPR's Eyder Peralta speaks with Esteban Touma, language expert from the app Babbel about 2025's most mispronounced words.By Eyder Peralta

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The San Francisco Bay Area's beloved albino alligator, Claude, has died at age 30 2:49

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The San Francisco Bay Area lost a beloved resident this week. Claude, an albino alligator that lived at the California Academy of Sciences, died at the age of 30.By Eyder Peralta

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What's your college football gameday ritual? Some fans share theirs 3:54

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It's college football championship weekend. Many fans have rituals to make sure their team wins. It goes beyond just wearing the same clothes or eating the same snacks.By Melanie Peeples

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Saturday Sports: FIFA World Cup 2026 matchups; MLS finals; NFL; College football 4:17

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NPR's Eyder Peralta talks to sports reporter Michele Steele about the FIFA World Cup draw, the MLS Cup Final this afternoon, and a classic NFL rivalry matchup this weekend.By Eyder Peralta

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The aftermath of the assassination of Carlos Manzo, a former mayor in Mexico 10:06

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Carlos Manzo was the mayor of a city in Michoacan, Mexico. He launched a full-frontal assault on organized crime. Last month he was assassinated by a lone gunman, sparking protests across the country.By Eyder Peralta

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Part 1 - Repentance Before Revival - James 4:8-10 30:00

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James 4:8-10 KJV 8 Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded. 9 Be afflicted, and mourn, and weep: let your laughter be turned to mourning, and your joy to heaviness. 10 Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.…

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Part 2 - Human Rights, The Gospel and Revivals - Galatians 3:28-29 30:00

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Galatians 3:28-29 KJV 28 There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus. 29 And if ye be Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise.

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Opinion: My kind of holiday song 2:19

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NPR's Scott Simon explains why The Pogues' "Fairytale of New York" is a holiday song for those who have troubles and heartache.By Scott Simon