# John Cusack rides his Vespa straight into our hearts

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Podcast: [Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/wait-wait-don-t-tell-me-55813)
Published: 2026-03-14T08:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.npr.org/2026/03/14/nx-s1-5747104/john-cusack-rides-his-vespa-straight-into-our-hearts
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## Resource

This week, John Cusack joins us to talk high school reunions, graphic novels, and the secrets to keeping your Vespa's tank full. Plus, panelists Rachel Coster, Adam Felber, and Joyelle Nicole Johnson go on spring break See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences. NPR Privacy Policy

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