Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! Spirit Airlines, The Book of Mormon, and Grunting
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May 9, 2026 They unpack Spirit Airlines abruptly shutting down and stranded passengers. A lively conversation celebrates the 15th anniversary of The Book of Mormon and its origins. Quick news quizzes, limericks, and a goofy segment about cereal box toys add rapid-fire laughs.
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Why Spirit Shut Down Overnight
- Spirit Airlines' sudden overnight shutdown stranded passengers because the airline had to cease operations only when no planes were airborne.
- Peter Sagal joked regulators needed to avoid rogue Spirit planes, highlighting the logistical/legal reason for closing between flights.
The Pope Called His Bank And Got Hung Up On
- Pope Francis personally called his U.S. bank as Robert Prevost to change his address and was told to come in person.
- When he explained he was the Pope the bank employee still hung up, illustrating his hands-on approach to finances and mundane bureaucracy.
Toys Return To Cereal Boxes With Familiar Tie Ins
- Kellogg's is bringing back toys in cereal boxes, aiming to rekindle childhood rituals and boost sales.
- The first toy is a novelty Toy Story–themed spoon, a safe choice that kids already have, showing cautious product rollout.