Opinion A Champagne Primer December 29, 2004 • As preparations begin for New Year's Eve celebrations, commentator Tony Roque says champagne has become an integral part of the festivities. But where did that tradition come from -- and more importantly, how do you get that cork out without killing someone? A Champagne Primer Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4249422/4249423" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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New Year's Eve in Orbit December 27, 2003 • Astronaut Mike Foale and cosmonaut Alexander Kaleri talk about their plans for New Year's Eve. Living aboard the International Space Station, they raise a glass during celebrations in Moscow and in Houston six hours later. New Year's Eve in Orbit Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1571824/1572715" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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For Auld Lang Syne December 31, 2001 • For most of four decades, bandleader Guy Lombardo practically owned New Year's Eve. Commentator Mal Sharpe recalls the era of "Mr. New Year's Eve" -- and a Boston band offers a new New Year's Eve tune to replace "Auld Lang Syne." For Auld Lang Syne Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1135648/135648" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Opinion Injury Report: A Bad Day to Get Hurt January 1, 1999 • Commentator Bill Harley tells about his childhood tendency to get injured -- especially on holidays. His parents were always rushing him off to the emergency room. He tells the story of one New Year's Day when his father was deeply involved in the Rose Bowl game and once again Harley was in need of immediate medical attention. Injury Report: A Bad Day to Get Hurt Only Available in Archive Formats. Real Media