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NYT Daily • August 26, 2025

Former NPR host Hansen

Answer:

LIANE

Hint:

Think of the longtime voice behind Weekend Edition Sunday who shared stories with warmth.

Explanation:

This clue refers to Liane Hansen, a well-known radio host who worked for NPR (National Public Radio) for decades. She co-hosted Weekend Edition Sunday from 1989 to 2011, making her a familiar name to public radio listeners. The clue is straightforward—no wordplay—just a direct reference to her last name, "Hansen," with "Former NPR host" as the hint. If you recognize her, the answer "LIANE" (her first name) fits perfectly.

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