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Mina Kimes on hosting the Scripps National Spelling Bee

Season 2026 Episode 107 | 6m 31s

The Scripps National Spelling Bee begins Tuesday in Washington, D.C., bringing together 247 finalists from all 50 states. These spellers emerged from millions of competitors across the nation who dream that this moment from last year may be theirs: This year, the competition will be hosted by ESPN's Mina Kimes. She sat down with Amna Nawaz to discuss her new role.

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