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NPR | By Michel Martin,

Steve Inskeep

Published November 26, 2025 at 5:02 AM EST

Leaked transcripts reveal U.S. envoy coaching Putin aide on pitching peace plan, Trump's desire for recognition appear to drive push to end Ukraine war, millions expected to fly this Thanksgiving.

Michel Martin

Michel Martin is the weekend host of All Things Considered, where she draws on her deep reporting and interviewing experience to dig in to the week's news. Outside the studio, she has also hosted "Michel Martin: Going There," an ambitious live event series in collaboration with Member Stations.

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Steve Inskeep

Steve Inskeep is a host of NPR's Morning Edition, as well as NPR's morning news podcast Up First.

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