Margo Price Joins Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! for Weekly News Quiz
NPR's beloved news quiz show Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! welcomed Grammy-nominated country artist Margo Price to the program in an October 10, 2026 episode featuring guest host Negin Farsad. The weekly broadcast, which reaches approximately 3.2 million radio listeners and ranks as the 35th most popular podcast in the United States with over 909,000 weekly downloads, offered its signature blend of comedy and current events.
Farsad, a regular panelist on the Chicago-produced program and host of the political comedy podcast Fake the Nation, stepped into the hosting role typically held by Peter Sagal, who has helmed the show since May 1998. Named one of the 50 Funniest Women by Huffington Post and selected as a TED Fellow for her work in social justice comedy, Farsad guided the panel through the week's news alongside comedians Joyelle Nicole Johnson, Katie Nolan, and Mo Rocca.
Margo Price's Musical Impact
Price's appearance on the program comes as she continues to make waves in the music industry with her socially conscious work. Her 2025 album Hard Headed Woman earned Grammy nominations for Best Traditional Country Album and Best Country Duo/Group Performance, establishing her as a leading voice in contemporary country music. More recently, on July 3, 2026, Price released Days of Unrest, a nine-track protest mixtape addressing prison reform, marijuana legalization, immigration, farming and labor rights.
The episode featured the show's traditional segments, including discussions about Digger and humorous takes on billionaires. Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! has been a fixture of public radio since its debut in 1998, produced by WBEZ and National Public Radio in Chicago, Illinois.
How to Listen
Listeners can access the 47-minute episode through various platforms including the NPR App, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and iHeart Radio. The show also offers enhanced experiences through NPR+, a subscription service launched in 2022 that provides bonus episodes, sponsor-free listening, and early access to content from over 25 NPR podcasts. The service requires a minimum recurring donation of $8 per month or $96 per year to local member stations, with Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! subscribers gaining access to bonus episodes and the opportunity to participate as contestants in special segments.
