Homelessness is up 12% nationwide. And cities around the country are holding memorials to honor people who died this year while experiencing homelessness. Niki Wattson, who helps unhoused people in Indianapolis, joins us. And, this year is expected to see record spending on holiday gifts, and a big chunk of that spending goes toward gifts for children. University of Virginia Professor Allison Pugh joins us to talk about raising kids who aren't materialistic in a world defined by consumerism. Then, looking for a board game to play over the holidays with friends or family? NPR's gaming lead James Perkins Mastromarino breaks down the best releases of the year.

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