Dec 24th, 2008 · Faced with lagging holiday sales, a few retailers decided to stay open 24 hours a day over Christmas week. We stop by a Macy's in New York early on Christmas Eve to see whether procrastinators are biting.
Jun 12th, 2008 · Why do today what you can do the day after tomorrow? Procrastination expert Timothy Pychyl and self-professed "structured procrastinator" John Perry discuss the latest research on this type of behavior and how to prioritize what's really important.
Feb 1st, 2007 · The RPM Challenge encourages bands from around the world to produce their own CD in 28 days. We hear about the contest from one of the organizers and from Bob Boilen, All Things Considered director and an entrant in this year's challenge.
Apr 12th, 2005 · Tax Day Doom and Gloom April 12, 2005 · NPR's Madeleine Brand talks with Day to Day personal finance contributor Michelle Singletary about the feeling of doom many taxpaying procrastinators feel as the date gets closer to the April 15 income tax deadline.
Aug 15th, 2004 · Singer, screenwriter, and novelist Chris Belden admits to frequent procrastination when it comes to his work. NPR's Liane Hansen speaks to him about his new album Songs About Anything.