NPR News: Getting ready for a July 4th barbecue? Life Kit has some tips

Getting ready for a July 4th barbecue? Life Kit has some tips
Intimidated by grilling? Learn the basics, from which type of grill to choose, to how to maintain a fire and create different temperature zones. Plus handy tips on tools and safety.

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NPR News: 'Wait Wait' for June 29, 2024: With Not My Job guest Christian Mcbride

'Wait Wait' for June 29, 2024: With Not My Job guest Christian Mcbride
This week, Wait Wait is live in Philly with special guest Christian McBride and panelists Dulcé Sloan, Joyelle Nicole Johnson, and Peter Grosz

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NPR News: In 'Timid,' there is bravery under the surface

In 'Timid,' there is bravery under the surface
Many assume that timidity -- or its close cousin, shyness -- is solely a negative trait. But longtime cartoonist Jonathan Todd shows this is not always the case in this semi-autobiographical tale.

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NPR News: A robot gets a face of living ‘skin’ that allows it to smile

A robot gets a face of living ‘skin’ that allows it to smile
If humanoid robots make you a bit queasy — would it help if they had fleshy faces that can smile at you?

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NPR News: Live in Philly with jazz legend Christian McBride!

Live in Philly with jazz legend Christian McBride!
This week, we're live in Philly with jazz legend Christian McBride. He talks about the secret power all bassists possess and translates Philly slang for panelists Peter Grosz, Joyelle Nicole Johnson, and Dulcé Sloan.

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NPR News: Martin Mull, comedian and actor in 'Arrested Development' and 'Roseanne,' dies at 80

Martin Mull, comedian and actor in 'Arrested Development' and 'Roseanne,' dies at 80
Martin Mull came to national fame with a recurring role on the Norman Lear-created satirical soap opera “Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman,” and the starring role in its spinoff, “Fernwood Tonight."

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NPR News: The Bear's Lionel Boyce dishes on acting, growth, and the romance on fans' minds

The Bear's Lionel Boyce dishes on acting, growth, and the romance on fans' minds
NPR's Juana Summers speaks with actor Lionel Boyce, from FX's Emmy-winning show The Bear, about the debut of season three and his character's development.

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NPR News: Sharply funny 'Janet Planet' perfectly captures the feel of a long, hot summer

Sharply funny 'Janet Planet' perfectly captures the feel of a long, hot summer
Writing and directing her first film, playwright Annie Baker exhibits uncanny powers of observation. Not much happens in this mother-daughter movie, but something momentous seems to have taken place.

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NPR News: Fairport Convention band cofounder Richard Thompson looks back on his life in music

Fairport Convention band cofounder Richard Thompson looks back on his life in music
The British singer/guitarist spoke to Fresh Air in 1994 and '22 about about his formative years, and about pioneering a new musical genre that blended rock with traditional music of the British isles.

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NPR News: Debate between Biden and Trump is expected to be a test of competence and character

Debate between Biden and Trump is expected to be a test of competence and character
New York Times political correspondent Shane Goldmacher says the debate will look different from the one four years ago, with no audience and mics that can be muted should things get unwieldy.

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NPR News: FDA warns top U.S. bakery not to claim foods contain allergens when they don't

FDA warns top U.S. bakery not to claim foods contain allergens when they don't
The FDA found Bimbo Bakeries USA — which includes brands such as Sara Lee and Ball Park buns and rolls — listed ingredients such as sesame or tree nuts on labels even when they weren't in the foods.

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NPR News: More than 60 ice cream products recalled over possible listeria contamination

More than 60 ice cream products recalled over possible listeria contamination
The Food and Drug Administration says more than 60 products made by Totally Cool Inc. of Owings Mills, Md., are part of the recall, including brands such as Hershey's, Friendly's, Chipwich and Jeni's.

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