Hosts and listeners select their favorite stories from the National Public Radio archives, celebrating life, love, hope—and cookies.
Every NPR listener has had at least one “driveway moment” and probably more. You’re so captivated by a story on All Things Considered, Weekend Edition, Morning Edition, News & Notes, or another NPR program that you stay in the car to hear it through—even if you've arrived at your own driveway. This eclectic collection gathers all-time favorites, including some suggested by listeners themselves.
These literate, intelligent, profoundly touching stories are worth hearing over and over again, and now you don’t have to stay in your car.
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"Not every one of these was a gem, but most were interesting and one had me in tears as it transported me to the heart tearing grief that existed for one family's loss."
— Catharine (4 out of 5 stars)
" Better than the other "Driveway Moments" I've listened to, but still hit and miss. I liked the announcers talking about why they liked these stories. The rescue story was quite sad. "
— Jay, 10/23/2013" Cute and quick. Great for when I'm between audiobooks. "
— cassie, 7/9/2013" Love the radio spots! Loved the book! "
— Deb, 5/17/2013" This recording was a reminder that individual perspectives of a great story can vary widely. I liked some of them. "
— Peter, 1/8/2013NPR is a mission-driven, multimedia news organization and radio program producer of news, talk, music, and entertainment programs with a strong base of member stations and supporters nationwide. Since 1971, NPR and its journalists and programs have won hundreds of awards, including some of the most prestigious honors in journalism.