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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · 3d

Macario Martínez lleva el sonido de México a Tiny Desk

NPR music celebra el mes de la Latinidad con Macario Martínez en Tiny Desk. El cantautor mexicano llevó a las oficinas en Washington el sonido de la

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · 5d

“Qué lindo hacer que la gente se sienta cerca a algo que se parece a un hogar”: Jani Dueñas tras el éxito de 31 Minutos en el Tiny Desk

La aclamada presentación de 31 Minutos actualmente supera los 2,5 millones de visitas en YouTube.

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · 11d

NPR is thrilled to announce that Miles Parks will be joining the NPR Politics Podcast as a co-host, joining Tamara Keith and Sarah McCammon. In addition to hosting the podcast, Parks will continue his work reporting for the Washington Desk, where he focuses on voting and election security.

NPR Politics Podcast Turns 10 and Gets a New Host

Miles Parks Named Co-Host of NPR Politics Podcast as Show Marks 10th Anniversary with Special Live Event

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · 12d

Calling all college students! NPR's fifth annual College Podcast Challenge is now open. Enter now for a chance to win the $5,000 grand prize, and hear your story on NPR. Deadline is Jan. 16. Good luck!

Students, listen up! NPR's College Podcast Challenge is back for 2025

Our national podcasting contest for college students is now open for entries. Submit your story for a chance to win our $5,000 grand prize, and hear your podcast on NPR.

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · 12d

Adrian Quesada Brings ‘Boleros Psicodélicos’ To Life For ‘Tiny Desk Concert’

Adrian Quesada Brings 'Boleros Psicodélicos' To Life For 'Tiny Desk Concert'

Adrian Quesada's 'Tiny Desk Concert' saw the Austin, Texas-based musician offering songs from his 'Boleros Psicodélicos' albums.

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · 13d

Today marks the first day in public media’s history without federal funding. And we’re not going anywhere.

Listeners like you keep our mission alive. Protect one of the last places where America comes together to hear itself. Stand with us today – donate at the link below.

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · 13d

Wild Card has the best questions. How To Do Everything has the best answers.
Tomorrow, the writers of the Pod Club newsletter are going live with the hosts of BOTH shows. Get ready for quality podcast recs, and fun with a few of your favorite hosts.
Wednesday at 2pm ET on YouTube.

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · 17d

Chuwi inicia otro capítulo: nueva música, gira y un “Tiny Desk”

La banda puertorriqueña acompañó a Bad Bunny durante los 31 espectáculos que dio como parte de su residencia en el Coliseo de Puerto Rico

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · 20d

This outgoing ATC host appeared on Jeopardy! last night. Answer: Who is Ari Shapiro?
Ari read a full category of clues called: “Ari Shapiro on Talking & Listening” Even Nina Totenberg gets a shout out. Check out the segment here:

Ari Shapiro on Listening | Category | JEOPARDY!

YouTube video by Jeopardy!

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · 27d

Sonali Mehta named Executive Director of NPR Music

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · 28d

This All Things Considered host is appearing on Jeopardy! Monday, 9/22.

Answer: Who is Ari Shapiro?

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · Sep 11

NPR is pleased to announce two key leadership appointments, both from within the organization: Thomas Evans as Editor in Chief and Marta McLellan Ross as Chief of Staff.

Congratulations to Thomas and Marta!

NPR Names Thomas Evans as Editor in Chief and Marta McLellan Ross as Chief of Staff

NPR today announced the appointment of Thomas Evans as Editor in Chief and Marta McLellan Ross as Chief of Staff, further strengthening the organization's leadership team as it builds the future of pu...

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · Sep 11

Here they are: The best student podcasts in America

For the 2025 NPR Student Podcast Challenge, we've listened to nearly 2,000 entries from around the U.S., and narrowed them down to 11 middle school and 10 high school finalists.

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · Sep 3

Ryland Barton Named NPR Newscast Anchor

NPR announced today that Ryland Barton will be joining the Newscast team as a PM anchor.

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · Sep 3

Join NPR Hosts and Journalists In Conversation at the National Book Festival

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · Sep 3

We’ve been dreaming up this giveaway for months, and now it’s *almost* time to choose a winner!
🕐 Time is running out to enter for your shot at a live Tiny Desk experience.
🎟️ You can still enter (free!) and grab bonus entries through merch & donations.
👕🖤 Don’t miss out: tinyurl.com/22kyj72s

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · Sep 2

Don’t miss NPR’s CEO Katherine Maher on The Late Show with Stephen #Colbert airing Thursday, 9/4 at 11:35 EST

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · Aug 27

We are very pleased to announce that Scott Detrow will become a full-time weekday host of All Things Considered starting September 29!

Scott Detrow Named Host of All Things Considered

NPR announced today that, beginning September 29, Scott Detrow will become a full-time weekday host of All Things Considered.

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · Aug 26

He brings extensive experience reporting on Native communities, including coverage of Indigenous history for WBEZ and political reporting as an intern with ICT.

Please join me in welcoming Kadin to NPR! We are looking forward to the stories he will share!

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · Aug 26

Kadin Mills is joining NPR as the 2025-2026 Reflect America Fellow.

During his 12 months at NPR, Kadin will work on the Education Team covering the intersection of education and Indigenous communities.

Kadin Mills named NPR's 2025-2026 Reflect America Fellow

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · Aug 26

👕🔥 This isn’t just merch — it could be your ticket to THE Tiny Desk!
Support NPR and you’ll unlock exclusive limited-run items and earn more entries to win a trip to a live Tiny Desk Concert!
T-shirts, hoodies, patches, stickers… all supporting public media.
🎁 See the goods: tinyurl.com/22kyj72s

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · Aug 22

Ty Segall Shreds NPR's Tiny Desk

Ty Segall Shreds NPR's Tiny Desk │ Exclaim!

Watch the band tear through their five-song set

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · Aug 22

Nduduzo Makhathini Delivers Spiritual Devotion at NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert

Nduduzo Makhathini Delivers Spiritual Devotion at NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert - Chicago Music Guide

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The intimate setting of NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert was transformed into a sacred, sonic journey when Nduduzo Makhathini, South African

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · Aug 19

The NPR Network wins 33 Edward R. Murrow Awards

The Radio Television Digital News Association announced the 2025 National Edward R. Murrow award recipients, and the NPR Network won 33 in total!

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NPRExtra @nprextra.bsky.social · Aug 14

Enter (for free!) for a chance to win a trip to D.C. to see a live show at THE Tiny Desk! Plus you can get extra entries AND cool stuff while supporting public media when you grab a limited-edition t-shirt, hoodie, patch, or sticker ⭐️

Enter today: tinyurl.com/22kyj72s

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