Aaron Schachter

Boston

International Editor at NPR

Editor @The World; Foreign editor @NPR. Editor @GBHNews. Mideast reporter/editor. Bad mountain biker. Dog lover. Follow left, right and center.

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The Office cast confesses: what they really did at their desks (spoiler: it’s not work)

6 days ago | wokv.com | Aaron Schachter

Ever watch The Office and wonder what Phyllis, Stanley, or Kevin were actually doing at their desks during those long, awkward silences or while Michael Scott was having another meltdown? Were they diligently inputting sales data? Crafting TPS reports? Nope. Turns out, they were probably shopping online or checking their fantasy football scores, just like the rest of us degenerates pretending to work.
You can’t keep a good assassin down: the John Wick universe grows!

3 weeks ago | wokv.com | Aaron Schachter

If you watched John Wick: Chapter 4, and you saw the ending, you might have shed a tear (no judgment). You thought, “Welp, that’s it...must be the end”... ...think again! The John Wick universe isn’t just alive and kicking; it’s expanding faster than the guest list at the Continental. Posted by Ballerina Movie on Tuesday, April 1, 2025First up, we’ve got the Ballerina spin-off hitting theaters soon, starring Ana de Armas.
Forget the dad-bod, here come grandpa-feet!

3 weeks ago | wokv.com | Aaron Schachter

There’s a shift happening in the sneaker world - a trend so unexpected, so dorky, it’s actually brilliant!New Balance Allerdale “White” Brings Elegance to Everyday Wear byu/Creative-Good-6498 inNewbalanceNew Balance, the brand synonymous with supportive soles and suburban dads, is doubling down on the “Grandpa Shoe” aesthetic, and somehow, they’re making it cool again. Remember those chunky, vaguely orthopedic-looking sneakers your grandpa wore? The ones you swore you’d never be caught dead in?
The Great Animated Couple Debate

4 weeks ago | wokv.com | Aaron Schachter

NewsWeatherTrafficElection 2024On AirOn DemandContestsMoreEntertainmentBy Aaron on 96.9 The EagleMarch 27, 2025 at 9:46 am EDTHomer and Marge Simpson Homer and Marge had their ups and downs, but they were always madly in love By Aaron on 96.9 The EagleMarch 27, 2025 at 9:46 am EDTEntertainment Weekly just dropped a list ranking the “Best Animated Couples” on TV, and you know this is going to stir things up.
74% of Americans swear when they stub their toe (the other 26% are lying!)

1 month ago | wokv.com | Aaron Schachter

That excruciating moment when your unsuspecting pinky toe makes violent contact with the corner of a table leg, a door frame, or some other strategically placed instrument of torture can be savage. In that moment, what comes out of YOUR mouth? A polite “Oh, dear”? I think not. According to a new YouGov poll, a whopping 74% of Americans unleash a torrent of profanity when they stub their toe or experience other sudden pain. And honestly, I’m calling shenanigans on the other 26%.
Here are the next generations of Classic Rock Nepo-Babies

1 month ago | wokv.com | Aaron Schachter

Throughout the history of music, bands have been littering the earth with dozens of babies who could someday take the torch from dad or mom as their run comes to a close. Some of these kids grew up backstage, while others stayed far away from touring life...but now all of them are trying to make their own mark on the music world. The latest example? Noah Weiland, son of the late, great Stone Temple Pilots front-man Scott Weiland.
5 ways to cope with the daylight savings time change

1 month ago | wokv.com | Aaron Schachter

We all just “sprung forward,” which, let’s be honest, feels more like being violently flung forward into a state of perpetual exhaustion. I mean, who decided that stealing an hour of sleep was a good idea? Probably someone who doesn’t have kids...or a job...or a life. But here we are, stumbling through the week like zombies, fueled by caffeine and the faint hope that maybe, just maybe, we’ll eventually adjust. The good news is you are not alone.
Heart returns to Jacksonville for “An Evening with Heart!”

1 month ago | wokv.com | Aaron Schachter

DUUUVAL, get ready to rock! The legendary band Heart is finally making their way back to Jacksonville, and it’s about time! Ann and Nancy Wilson are bringing their powerhouse vocals and iconic hits to the Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena on June 24th!Get ready to sing your heart out to “Barracuda,” “Crazy on You,” “Magic Man,” “Alone,” and all the other anthems that have made them rock and roll royalty. This is a show you absolutely do not want to miss.
Here's a look at the unhealthiest "healthy" foods you are buying

1 month ago | wokv.com | Aaron Schachter

We’ve all been there. You’re trying to eat healthy, so you reach for that seemingly virtuous option, patting yourself on the back for making such a “good” choice. But what if I told you that some of those “healthy” foods are actually wolves in sheep’s clothing? What if your salad is a liar? Prepare to have your world rocked, because I’m about to expose some of the biggest nutritional imposters out there. Smoothies: The Sugar BombsSmoothies are not healthy.
To tee or not to tee: can you wear a band's shirt to their concert?

1 month ago | wokv.com | Aaron Schachter

It’s the fashion dilemma that’s plagued concertgoers for decades - the dreaded band t-shirt conundrum: Can you wear a band’s t-shirt to their own concert? It’s a question that sparks heated debates, inspires eye-rolls, and generally makes people question their entire existence. The “rule,” as it were, is that it’s uncool. Tacky. Try-hard. Like you’re screaming, “I’M A FAN!” at the top of your lungs while simultaneously proving you don’t understand the subtle nuances of concert culture.